Meaning and Usage
The verb '입히다' is a transitive verb meaning 'to dress someone' or 'to put clothes on someone.' It is used when someone causes another person or object to wear clothes or coverings. This verb is often used by parents dressing children, or when describing dressing dolls or animals.
Common Collocations
- 옷을 입히다: to dress someone in clothes
- 두꺼운 옷을 입히다: to dress someone in thick clothes
- 아이에게 옷을 입히다: to put clothes on a child
Important Notes
'입히다' should not be confused with '입다,' which means 'to wear clothes' oneself. '입히다' always involves dressing another person or object. This distinction is important for correct usage.
Register and Politeness
'입히다' is a neutral verb and can be used in both formal and informal contexts depending on the sentence ending.
Common Mistake
Learners often confuse '입히다' with '입다.' Remember, '입히다' requires a direct object who is being dressed, while '입다' is intransitive and refers to oneself wearing clothes.