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계약서

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Understanding 계약서

The word '계약서' refers to a written contract or agreement between parties. It is a formal document that legally binds the involved parties to the terms specified within.

Usage in Daily Life

You will often encounter '계약서' in business, rental agreements, employment, and service contracts. When discussing contracts, Koreans typically emphasize the importance of reading the '계약서' carefully before signing.

Common Collocations

  • 계약서에 서명하다: to sign a contract
  • 계약서 작성: drafting a contract
  • 계약서 내용: contract contents

These collocations are frequently used in formal and semi-formal contexts.

Register and Politeness

'계약서' is a neutral, formal noun used in professional and legal contexts. It is not used in casual conversation unless discussing contracts.

Learner Tips

A common mistake is confusing '계약서' with just '계약' (contract/agreement). '계약' can be verbal or written, but '계약서' specifically means the written document. Always use '계약서' when referring to the physical contract paper.

Example Sentences

계약서에 서명하기 전에 내용을 꼼꼼히 확인하세요.

Gyeyakseoe seomyeonghagi jeone naeyongeul kkomkkomhi hwaginhaeseyo.

Make sure to carefully check the contents before signing the contract.

이 계약서는 양 당사자의 권리와 의무를 명확히 규정합니다.

I gyeyakseoneun yang dangsajaui gwolli wa uimul-eul myeonghwakhi gyujeonghamnida.

This contract clearly defines the rights and obligations of both parties.

계약서 작성 시 변호사의 도움을 받는 것이 좋습니다.

Gyeyakseo jakseong si byeonhosaui doumeul batneun geosi joheumnida.

It is advisable to get help from a lawyer when drafting a contract.