Meaning and Usage
The word '입국' specifically refers to the act of entering a country, often used in contexts related to immigration, customs, and border control. It is a formal noun commonly seen in official or travel-related situations.
Common Contexts
You will frequently encounter '입국' when discussing immigration procedures, such as filling out forms, passing inspections, or when governments announce entry restrictions.
Collocations and Patterns
- 입국 심사 (immigration inspection): the process of checking documents and eligibility to enter.
- 입국 신고서 (immigration declaration form): a form travelers fill out upon arrival.
- 입국 제한 (entry restriction): government-imposed limits on entering the country.
Usage Notes
'입국' is a formal term and is not used for casual expressions of 'going into a country' like 여행하다 (to travel). It is often paired with official procedures. A common learner mistake is confusing '입국' with '입장' (entry into a place like a building or event), so remember '입국' is specifically for countries.
Use '입국' when talking about crossing national borders, especially in official or legal contexts.