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덕택

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Meaning and Usage

"덕택" is a formal and somewhat literary noun used to express gratitude or acknowledge the positive influence or help received from someone. It often appears in polite or respectful contexts, such as speeches, letters, or formal conversations.

Common Collocations

  • 덕택으로: used to indicate 'thanks to' or 'due to' someone's help or influence.
  • 여러분의 덕택: 'thanks to everyone' often used in public speeches.
  • 부모님의 덕택: 'thanks to parents' care or support.'

Nuances

Using "덕택" implies a respectful recognition of someone's contribution or kindness. It is more formal than simply saying "덕분에" and is often used in written or formal spoken Korean.

Common Mistakes

Learners sometimes confuse "덕택" with "덕분에," which is more casual and common in everyday conversation. Use "덕택" in formal contexts to avoid sounding too casual or informal.

Example Sentences

선생님의 덕택으로 좋은 대학에 합격했습니다.

Seonsaengnimui deoktaekeuro joeun daehage hapgyeokhaetseumnida.

Thanks to the teacher's help, I was accepted into a good university.

여러분의 덕택으로 행사가 성공적으로 마무리되었습니다.

Yeoreobunui deoktaekeuro haengsaga seonggongjeogeuro mamuridoeeotseumnida.

Thanks to everyone's support, the event was successfully completed.

부모님의 덕택으로 건강하게 자랄 수 있었습니다.

Bumonimui deoktaekeuro geonganghage jaral su isseotseumnida.

I was able to grow up healthy thanks to my parents' care.