연락하다

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Usage and Nuance

The verb '연락하다' means 'to contact' or 'to get in touch with' someone. It is commonly used in both formal and informal contexts when referring to communication via phone, message, email, or other means.

Common Collocations

  • 연락하다 + 에게: to contact someone (e.g., 친구에게 연락하다)
  • 연락을 주다/받다: to give or receive contact
  • 연락이 없다/있다: to have or not have contact

Register and Politeness

'연락하다' is neutral and can be used in polite speech by adding appropriate endings (e.g., 연락해 주세요). It is suitable for everyday conversation and business communication.

Common Mistakes

Learners sometimes confuse '연락하다' with '전화하다' (to call). '연락하다' is broader and includes any form of communication, not just phone calls. Use '연락하다' when you want to express contacting someone by any means.

Example Sentences

내일 회의 시간에 대해 꼭 연락해 주세요.

Naeil hoeui sigane daehae kkok yeonrakhae juseyo.

Please be sure to contact me about the meeting time tomorrow.

친구에게 연락해서 약속 장소를 확인했어요.

Chinguege yeonrakaeseo yaksok jangsoleul hwaginhaesseoyo.

I contacted my friend and confirmed the meeting place.

급한 일이 생기면 바로 연락하세요.

Geupan iri saenggimyeon baro yeonrakhaseyo.

If something urgent happens, contact me immediately.