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사용되다

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Meaning and Usage

The verb '사용되다' is the passive form of '사용하다' and means 'to be used' or 'to be employed.' It is commonly used to describe objects, words, or methods that are utilized by people or systems.

Common Contexts

You will often see '사용되다' in contexts related to technology, language, tools, or any situation where something is put into practical use. It is neutral in tone and suitable for both formal and informal contexts.

Collocations and Patterns

  • 사용되다 + 에서: indicates the place where something is used (e.g., 공장에서 사용되다 - used in a factory).
  • 자주 사용되다: means 'to be used frequently,' often describing common usage.
  • 다양한 분야에서 사용되다: used to express usage across various fields or areas.

Tips

Learners sometimes confuse '사용되다' with '사용하다.' Remember, '사용되다' is passive and focuses on the object being used, while '사용하다' is active and focuses on the subject using something.

Use '사용되다' when you want to emphasize that something is in use or employed by others rather than the action of using it yourself.

Example Sentences

이 기계는 공장에서 널리 사용된다.

I gigeneun gongjangeseo neolri sayongdoenda.

This machine is widely used in factories.

이 단어는 일상 대화에서 자주 사용된다.

I danoneun ilsang daehwaeseo jaju sayongdoenda.

This word is often used in everyday conversation.

새로운 기술이 다양한 분야에서 사용되고 있다.

Saeroun gisuri dayanghan bunyaeseo sayongdoego itda.

New technology is being used in various fields.