Meaning and Usage
The Korean noun '수용' primarily means 'acceptance' or 'accommodation.' It is used in contexts where something or someone is being accepted, received, or physically accommodated. This can range from accepting ideas or criticism to accommodating people or objects in a space.
Common Contexts
- Acceptance of ideas or criticism: When someone '수용하다' criticism or suggestions, it means they are open to receiving and considering them.
- Accommodation of people or things: Often used in official or formal contexts, such as facilities that can '수용하다' a certain number of people.
- Policy or social acceptance: For example, refugee acceptance policies use '수용' to indicate official acceptance.
Collocations and Patterns
- 수용 정책 (acceptance policy): used in political or social contexts.
- 수용 인원 (capacity, number of people accommodated): used when talking about space or facilities.
- 비판을 수용하다 (accept criticism): used in interpersonal or professional contexts.
Register and Nuance
'수용' is a formal noun often found in written language, official documents, and formal speech. It is less common in casual conversation where simpler verbs like '받다' (to receive) might be used.
Common Mistakes
Learners sometimes confuse '수용' with '사용' (usage) due to similar pronunciation. Remember, '수용' relates to acceptance or accommodation, not usage.
Understanding '수용' helps learners express acceptance or capacity in formal and official contexts accurately.