Meaning and Usage
The Korean noun '검색' primarily means 'search' or 'inspection.' It is commonly used in contexts involving looking up information, especially on the internet, or conducting a physical search or inspection, such as by police or security.
Common Contexts
- Digital search: '인터넷 검색' (internet search) is a very frequent collocation.
- Security or police searches: '수색과 검색' (search and inspection) often appear together.
- Data or history management: '검색 기록' (search history) is common when discussing deleting or managing past searches.
Collocations and Patterns
- '검색하다': to search or look up.
- '검색 기록': search history.
- '인터넷 검색': internet search.
- '수색과 검색': search and inspection (usually by authorities).
Register and Usage Notes
'검색' is a formal noun and is often used in written and spoken language related to technology, law enforcement, or administrative contexts. It is not casual slang but a standard term.
Common Mistakes
Learners sometimes confuse '검색' with '수색' (search, usually physical search by police). Remember, '검색' can be broader, including digital searches, while '수색' is more about physical searching.