Level 4

주고받다

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Meaning and Usage

The verb '주고받다' means 'to give and receive' or 'to exchange.' It is commonly used when two or more people share things like letters, opinions, gifts, or messages back and forth. The action implies a mutual or reciprocal exchange.

Common Contexts

You will often hear '주고받다' in social or formal settings such as meetings (exchanging opinions), friendships (exchanging letters or gifts), or communication (exchanging messages).

Collocations and Patterns

  • 의견을 주고받다: to exchange opinions, often used in meetings or discussions.
  • 편지를 주고받다: to exchange letters, common in personal communication.
  • 선물을 주고받다: to exchange gifts, often during holidays or celebrations.

Register and Politeness

'주고받다' is neutral and can be used in both formal and informal contexts. It is a versatile verb suitable for everyday conversation and written language.

Common Mistakes

Learners sometimes confuse '주고받다' with just '주다' (to give) or '받다' (to receive). Remember that '주고받다' always implies a two-way exchange, not a one-sided action.

Example Sentences

우리는 편지를 주고받으며 오랜 친구가 되었다.

Urineun pyeonjireul jugobatmyo orae chinguga doeeotda.

We became long-time friends by exchanging letters.

회의에서 의견을 주고받는 것이 중요하다.

Hoeuieseo uigyeoneul jugobanneun geosi jungyohada.

It is important to exchange opinions during the meeting.

친구들과 선물을 주고받으며 즐거운 시간을 보냈다.

Chingudeulgwa seonmureul jugobamyeo jeulgeoun siganeul bonaetda.

I had a good time exchanging gifts with my friends.