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설치

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Meaning and Usage

The noun '설치' refers to the act of installing or setting up equipment, machines, software, or facilities. It is commonly used in technical, workplace, and everyday contexts when preparing something for use.

Common Collocations

  • 설치하다: to install (a verb form derived from the noun)
  • 프로그램 설치: program installation
  • 기계 설치: machine installation
  • 장비 설치: equipment installation

These collocations are frequently used when talking about setting up devices, software, or infrastructure.

Register and Politeness

'설치' is a neutral noun and can be used in both formal and informal contexts. When combined with verbs like '하다', it forms a verb phrase that is standard and polite enough for workplace or technical discussions.

Common Mistakes

Learners sometimes confuse '설치' with '설립' (establishment) or '설명' (explanation). Remember, '설치' specifically relates to physical or software installation, not founding or explaining.

Practical Tips

When using '설치', think about the process of preparing something to function properly. It often involves technical steps and sometimes requires permissions, especially for software or machinery.

Example Sentences

새 컴퓨터를 설치하는 데 시간이 좀 걸렸어요.

Sae keompyuteoreul seolchihaneun de sigani jom geollyeosseoyo.

It took some time to install the new computer.

이 프로그램을 설치하려면 관리자 권한이 필요합니다.

I peurogeuraemeul seolchiharyeomyeon gwanrija gwonhani piryohamnida.

You need administrator rights to install this program.

공장에 새로운 기계 설치가 완료되었습니다.

Gongjange saeroun gigye seolchiga wallyo doeeotseumnida.

The installation of new machines at the factory has been completed.