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장식

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Meaning and Usage

The Korean noun '장식' means 'decoration' or 'ornament'. It refers to objects or designs used to beautify or embellish a space, item, or event. It is commonly used in everyday conversation when talking about decorating rooms, events, or objects.

Common Collocations

  • 장식을 달다: to hang or attach decorations
  • 화려한 장식: elaborate or fancy decoration
  • 장식용: for decoration purposes

Usage Notes

'장식' is a neutral noun and can be used in both formal and informal contexts. It often appears in compound nouns or phrases related to interior design, fashion, or event planning. Avoid confusing it with '장식하다', which is the verb form meaning 'to decorate'.

Common Mistake

Learners sometimes confuse '장식' with '장식하다'. Remember, '장식' is a noun, so it cannot be used as a verb without '하다'. For example, say '방을 장식하다' (to decorate a room), not '방을 장식'.

Example Sentences

크리스마스 트리에 예쁜 장식을 달았어요.

keuriseumaseu teurie yeppeun jangsigeul darasseoyo.

I hung pretty decorations on the Christmas tree.

이 방은 화려한 장식으로 꾸며져 있어요.

i bangeun hwaryeohan jangsigeuro kkumyeojyeo isseoyo.

This room is decorated with elaborate ornaments.

장식이 너무 과하면 오히려 촌스러워 보여요.

jangsigi neomu gwahamyeon ohiryeo chonseureowo boyeoyo.

If the decoration is too much, it looks tacky instead.