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주장하다

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Meaning and Usage

The verb '주장하다' means 'to assert' or 'to maintain' a point of view, fact, or right. It is commonly used in formal and informal contexts when someone firmly expresses their opinion or claim.

Common Contexts

You will often hear '주장하다' in discussions, debates, legal contexts, or when someone insists on their rights or beliefs. It conveys a strong sense of conviction.

Collocations and Patterns

  • '의견을 주장하다' (to assert an opinion): Used when expressing personal views strongly.
  • '사실을 주장하다' (to assert facts): Used in legal or factual disputes.
  • '권리를 주장하다' (to assert rights): Common in legal or social rights discussions.

Register and Politeness

'주장하다' is neutral and can be used in both formal and informal speech. It is often found in written language, news reports, and formal speeches.

Common Mistakes

Learners sometimes confuse '주장하다' with '요구하다' (to demand). '주장하다' emphasizes stating or asserting a position, while '요구하다' focuses on demanding something. Use '주장하다' when you want to express a firm opinion or claim rather than a demand.

Example Sentences

그는 자신의 의견을 강하게 주장했다.

Geuneun jasinui uigyeoneul ganghage jujanghaetda.

He strongly asserted his opinion.

피해자는 사건에 대해 사실을 주장했다.

Pihaejaneun sageone daehae sasireul jujanghaetda.

The victim asserted the facts about the incident.

그는 자신의 권리를 끝까지 주장할 것이다.

Geuneun jasinui gwollireul kkeutkkaji jujanghal geosida.

He will assert his rights to the very end.