Meaning and Usage
The word '분야' refers to a specific field or area, often related to study, work, or industry. It is commonly used to specify a domain of expertise or activity.
Common Collocations
- 분야별 (by field): used to categorize or divide by different fields.
- 분야 전문가 (field expert): a person specialized in a particular field.
- 분야 확장 (field expansion): expanding into new areas or fields.
Usage Notes
'분야' is a formal noun often used in professional, academic, or technical contexts. When talking about someone's specialty or the scope of a project, '분야' is the appropriate term. Avoid confusing it with '장소' (place) or '분야' with more general terms like '영역' which can be broader.
Common Mistakes
Learners sometimes confuse '분야' with '분야별' which means 'by field' or 'according to the field.' Remember that '분야' alone means 'field' itself, while '분야별' is used to describe categorization.
Example Contexts
- Talking about career or job sectors.
- Discussing academic disciplines.
- Describing areas of expertise or research.