Meaning and Usage
The Korean word '인도' primarily means 'sidewalk' or 'pavement'—the pedestrian path alongside a road. It is a common noun used in everyday conversation when talking about walking areas in cities or towns.
Common Contexts
You will often hear '인도' in contexts related to walking safety, urban planning, or describing locations. For example, mentioning slippery sidewalks after rain or discussing rules about riding bicycles on sidewalks.
Collocations and Patterns
- 인도가 미끄럽다: the sidewalk is slippery (often used in weather-related contexts)
- 인도에서 걷다: to walk on the sidewalk
- 인도에 나무를 심다: to plant trees on the sidewalk (urban beautification)
Register and Usage Notes
'인도' is a neutral, standard noun suitable for both formal and informal contexts. It is not to be confused with '인도' meaning 'India' (the country), which is distinguished by context.
Common Learner Mistake
A frequent confusion arises because '인도' can also mean 'India' in Korean. Pay attention to context: when talking about roads or walking, it means 'sidewalk'; when discussing countries or geography, it means 'India'.