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자세

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Meaning and Usage

The Korean word '자세' primarily means 'posture' or 'position' but also extends to mean 'detailed' or 'in detail' when used as an adjective (자세한). It is commonly used in contexts related to physical stance, attitude, or the level of detail in explanations.

Common Contexts

  • Physical posture: Talking about how someone holds their body, especially in exercise, presentations, or daily life.
  • Detailed information: When asking for or giving thorough explanations or opinions.

Collocations and Patterns

  • 자세를 유지하다: to maintain posture
  • 자세히 설명하다: to explain in detail
  • 자세한 내용: detailed content
  • 자신감 있는 자세: confident posture

Usage Notes

When using '자세' to mean 'detailed,' it is often combined with the adjective form '자세한.' Learners sometimes confuse '자세' with '자세히,' which is an adverb meaning 'in detail.' Remember that '자세' as a noun refers to posture or position, while '자세히' modifies verbs to indicate detailed action.

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'자세' is neutral and appropriate in both formal and informal contexts. The adjective form '자세한' is frequently used in formal writing and speech when requesting or providing detailed information.

Example Sentences

운동할 때 올바른 자세를 유지하는 것이 중요해요.

Undonghal ttae olbareun jasereul yujihaneun geosi jungyohayo.

It is important to maintain the correct posture when exercising.

그는 자세한 설명을 부탁했어요.

Geuneun jasehan seolmyeongeul butakhaesseoyo.

He asked for a detailed explanation.

회의에서 자세한 의견을 말해 주세요.

Hoeuieseo jasehan uigyeoneul malhae juseyo.

Please give detailed opinions in the meeting.

그는 항상 자신감 있는 자세로 발표를 한다.

Geuneun hangsang jasinkam inneun jasero balpyoreul handa.

He always gives presentations with a confident posture.