Level 4

성공하다

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Meaning and Usage

The verb '성공하다' means 'to succeed' and is used to describe achieving a desired goal or result. It is a common verb in both formal and informal contexts.

Common Collocations

  • 성공하다 + 에 (시험에 성공하다): to succeed in something like an exam or task.
  • 성공을 거두다: to achieve success (a more formal expression).
  • 성공적인 + 명사 (성공적인 사업): successful + noun, used to describe something that has succeeded.

Usage Notes

'성공하다' is often used with specific goals or events, such as exams, projects, or business ventures. It can be combined with various particles to indicate the context of success. Avoid confusing it with '성공시키다,' which means 'to make someone/something succeed.'

Register and Politeness

This verb is neutral and can be used in both casual and formal speech depending on the sentence ending. It is appropriate in everyday conversation, business, and academic contexts.

Example Sentences

그는 시험에 성공했다.

Geuneun siheome seonggonghaetda.

He succeeded in the exam.

사업을 성공하려면 많은 노력이 필요하다.

Sa-eobeul seonggongharyeomyeon manheun noryeogi piryohada.

To succeed in business, a lot of effort is needed.

그 프로젝트가 성공할지 확신할 수 없다.

Geu peurojekteuga seonggonghalji hwaksinhal su eopda.

I cannot be sure if that project will succeed.