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우습다

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Meaning and Usage

"우습다" primarily means "to be funny" or "amusing," often describing something that makes people laugh or smile. However, it can also carry a nuance of something being ridiculous or not to be taken seriously.

Common Contexts

It is frequently used to describe jokes, stories, or situations that are humorous. Additionally, it can express a feeling of being underestimated or looked down upon, especially in the phrase "우습게 보다" (to look down on someone).

Collocations and Patterns

  • 우습다 + noun: to describe something as funny or ridiculous (e.g., 우습게 생각하다 - to think something is ridiculous)
  • 우습게 보다: to look down on or underestimate someone
  • 우습기도 하다: to express mixed feelings of amusement and other emotions

Register and Politeness

"우습다" is neutral and can be used in both casual and polite speech, but the tone and context determine the level of politeness.

Common Mistake

Learners sometimes confuse "우습다" with "웃기다" (to make someone laugh). Remember, "우습다" describes the state of being funny, while "웃기다" is an action causing laughter.

Example Sentences

그 사람의 말이 너무 우습다.

Geu saramui mari neomu useupda.

That person's words are very funny.

우습게 보지 마세요.

Useupge boji maseyo.

Don't look down on me.

그 상황이 우습기도 하고 슬프기도 했다.

Geu sanghwangi useupgido hago seulpeugido haetta.

The situation was both funny and sad.