Meaning and Usage
"적용" (jeokyong) primarily means "application" or "to apply" in contexts such as laws, rules, technology, or discounts. It is a noun often used in formal or semi-formal settings.
Common Contexts
You will frequently see "적용" when talking about applying laws, policies, technologies, or conditions to people, situations, or objects. For example, "법 적용" (law application) or "기술 적용" (technology application).
Collocations and Patterns
- "~에 적용하다": to apply to something (e.g., "규칙을 모든 직원에게 적용하다" - apply rules to all employees)
- "적용되다": to be applied (passive form)
- "적용 범위": scope of application
Register and Nuance
"적용" is neutral to formal in tone and is common in written and spoken Korean, especially in professional, academic, or official contexts.
Common Mistake
Learners sometimes confuse "적용" with "응용" which also means "application" but is more about practical use or adaptation, especially in technology or science. "적용" focuses on the act of applying a rule or condition, while "응용" emphasizes creative or practical use.