Meaning and Usage
The noun '젊음' refers to the period of youth or young age, often associated with energy, passion, and potential. It is a common word used in both formal and informal contexts to describe the qualities or time of being young.
Common Collocations
- 젊음의 열정 (passion of youth): emphasizes the enthusiasm and energy typical of young people.
- 젊음은 다시 오지 않는다 (youth does not come back): a common proverb reminding the value of youth.
- 젊음과 경험 (youth and experience): contrasting youth with gained wisdom.
Usage Notes
'젊음' is a noun and often used in abstract or poetic contexts. It can be used to talk about the physical age or the spirit of being young. It is not used as an adjective; instead, related adjectives like '젊다' (to be young) are used.
Common Mistakes
Learners sometimes confuse '젊음' with '젊다'. Remember, '젊음' is a noun meaning 'youth', while '젊다' is an adjective meaning 'to be young'. For example, you say '젊음이 아름답다' (Youth is beautiful) but '그는 젊다' (He is young).