Meaning and Usage
The verb '포함하다' means 'to include' or 'to contain.' It is commonly used in both formal and informal contexts to indicate that something is part of a whole or group. For example, prices including tax, groups including certain members, or documents containing specific information.
Common Collocations
- '포함되어 있다' (to be included): Often used to describe something that is already included.
- '포함하다 + object': Directly states what is included.
- '포함시키다': A causative form meaning 'to make something included.'
Usage Notes
'포함하다' is a transitive verb and usually takes a direct object. It is often used in written and spoken Korean when specifying what is part of a set or list. It is polite and neutral in tone, suitable for formal writing and everyday conversation.
Common Mistakes
Learners sometimes confuse '포함하다' with '들다' (to contain) or '가지다' (to have). While similar, '포함하다' emphasizes inclusion as part of a group or set, not just possession or physical containment.
Example Patterns
- 가격에 세금이 포함되어 있다 (The price includes tax)
- 명단에 이름이 포함되다 (A name is included in the list)
- 자료에 사진을 포함시키다 (To include a photo in the materials)