Meaning and Usage
The Korean noun '배송' refers to the act of delivering goods or parcels. It is commonly used in contexts related to shopping, online orders, and logistics.
Common Contexts
'배송' is frequently mentioned when discussing the speed or cost of delivery, such as '배송비' (delivery fee) or '빠른 배송' (fast delivery). It is a neutral term used in both formal and informal settings.
Collocations and Patterns
- 배송비: delivery fee, used when asking or talking about the cost of delivery.
- 빠른 배송: fast delivery, emphasizing speed.
- 무료 배송: free delivery, often a promotional term.
- 배송 예정: scheduled delivery, indicating when the item will arrive.
Usage Tips
When using '배송', it often appears with words related to time, cost, or quality of delivery. Learners should note that '배송' is a noun, so it is combined with verbs like '하다' (to do) or used in compound nouns. Avoid confusing '배송' with '배송', which is a less common variant but not used in everyday conversation.