Meaning and Usage
The Korean noun '성립' refers to the establishment or coming into existence of something, such as an agreement, contract, or logical condition. It often implies that certain conditions or requirements have been met for something to be valid or effective.
Common Contexts
You will frequently encounter '성립' in legal, business, or logical contexts where agreements, contracts, or arguments are discussed. For example, a contract ('계약') is said to '성립되다' when both parties agree.
Collocations and Patterns
- 계약이 성립되다: a contract is established; used when both parties agree.
- 논리/이론이 성립하다: a logic or theory holds true; used in academic or intellectual discussions.
- 합의가 성립되다: an agreement is reached; common in negotiations.
Register and Politeness
'성립' is a formal noun often used in written language, official documents, and formal speech. It is not commonly used in casual conversation.
Common Mistakes
Learners sometimes confuse '성립' with '설립' (establishment of an organization or institution). Remember, '성립' focuses on the validity or coming into effect of agreements or logical conditions, while '설립' refers to founding or setting up entities like companies or schools.