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주장

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Meaning and Usage

"주장" means an assertion or a strong insistence on a particular opinion or fact. It is often used in formal or semi-formal contexts such as debates, legal settings, or discussions where someone expresses their firm viewpoint.

Common Contexts

You will frequently see "주장" used when someone is defending their position, making a claim, or emphasizing their belief. For example, in court cases, political debates, or personal arguments.

Collocations and Patterns

  • "의견을 주장하다" (to assert an opinion): used when expressing a personal or group viewpoint strongly.
  • "무죄를 주장하다" (to claim innocence): common in legal contexts.
  • "주장을 펼치다" (to put forward an assertion): to present or elaborate on one's claim.

Register and Nuance

"주장" is neutral to formal in tone. It is not casual and is appropriate in written and spoken language where clarity and formality are needed.

Common Learner Mistake

Learners sometimes confuse "주장" with "요구" (demand). "주장" focuses on stating or insisting on an opinion or fact, while "요구" implies asking or demanding something from others. Remember, "주장" is about expressing a viewpoint, not necessarily requesting action.

Example Sentences

그는 자신의 의견을 강하게 주장했다.

Geuneun jasinui uigyeoneul ganghage jujanghaetda.

He strongly asserted his opinion.

법원에서 피고는 무죄를 주장했다.

Beobwoneseo pigo neun mujoe reul jujanghaetda.

In court, the defendant claimed innocence.

그의 주장은 많은 사람들의 반박을 받았다.

Geuui jujangeun maneun saramdeului banbakeul badasda.

His assertion was met with many people's objections.