Meaning and Usage
The Korean word '별도' means 'separate' or 'apart' and is often used to indicate something that is handled independently or additionally from the main subject. It is commonly used in formal or business contexts to specify costs, documents, or arrangements that are not included in the main package or process.
Common Collocations
- 별도 비용 (separate cost): used when a fee is charged separately.
- 별도 신청서 (separate application form): indicates a form that must be submitted independently.
- 별도 장소 (separate location): a place different from the usual or main place.
Usage Notes
'별도' is typically used as an adverb or modifier before nouns to emphasize separation or independence. It often appears in official documents, contracts, or announcements. Learners should not confuse '별도' with '별로' (meaning 'not really' or 'not particularly'), which sounds similar but has a very different meaning.
Register and Politeness
'별도' is neutral and formal, suitable for written and spoken Korean in professional or official settings. It is not casual or colloquial.
Example Contexts
- When discussing additional fees in a contract.
- When specifying that a document must be submitted separately.
- When arranging meetings or events in different locations.