Level 4

연결하다

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Meaning and Usage

The verb '연결하다' means 'to connect' or 'to attach.' It is commonly used when talking about linking physical objects, such as cables or devices, as well as abstract connections like ideas or experiences.

Common Contexts

  • Technology: connecting devices, internet, or networks.
  • Physical attachment: joining two objects.
  • Abstract linking: relating concepts or experiences.

Collocations and Patterns

  • '인터넷을 연결하다' (connect to the internet): used when setting up network access.
  • '케이블로 연결하다' (connect with a cable): specifying the method of connection.
  • '경험을 상황과 연결하다' (connect experience with situation): linking abstract ideas.

Register and Politeness

'연결하다' is a standard verb suitable for both formal and informal contexts. Adding polite endings like '-요' makes it polite.

Common Mistakes

Learners sometimes confuse '연결하다' with '접속하다' (to access/connect, often for networks). '연결하다' emphasizes the act of physically or logically linking, while '접속하다' focuses more on accessing or logging in. Use '연결하다' when emphasizing the connection itself.

Example Sentences

인터넷을 연결하려면 먼저 와이파이에 접속해야 해요.

Inteonesseul yeongyeolharyeomyeon meonjeo waipai-e jeobsokhaeya haeyo.

To connect to the internet, you first need to access the Wi-Fi.

이 두 컴퓨터를 케이블로 연결하세요.

I du keompyuteoreul keibeullo yeongyeolhaseyo.

Connect these two computers with a cable.

그는 자신의 경험을 현재 상황과 연결해서 설명했다.

Geuneun jasinui gyeongheomeul hyeonjae sanghwanggwa yeongyeolhaeseo seolmyeonghaetta.

He explained by connecting his experience to the current situation.