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안내판

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Meaning and Usage

The word '안내판' refers to a signboard or information board that provides guidance, directions, or important information in public places such as stations, museums, or streets. It is a compound noun made from '안내' (guidance) and '판' (board or plate).

Common Contexts

You will often see 안내판 in places where people need directions or explanations, such as transportation hubs, tourist attractions, or public buildings. It helps people navigate unfamiliar environments or understand rules and information.

Collocations and Patterns

  • 안내판을 보다: to look at or read a signboard
  • 안내판이 설치되어 있다: a signboard is installed
  • 안내판을 따라가다: to follow the directions on a signboard

These collocations are useful when talking about finding directions or following instructions.

Register and Politeness

안내판 is a neutral noun used in both formal and informal contexts. It is commonly used in everyday speech and written notices.

Common Mistakes

Learners sometimes confuse 안내판 with 안내서 (guidebook) or 표지판 (traffic sign). 안내판 usually refers to a fixed signboard with information, while 안내서 is a booklet and 표지판 is specifically for traffic or road signs.

Example Sentences

역 입구에 큰 안내판이 있어서 길 찾기가 쉬웠어요.

Yeok ipgu-e keun annaepan-i isseoseo gil chatgiga swiwosseoyo.

There was a large signboard at the station entrance, so it was easy to find the way.

박물관 안에는 여러 개의 안내판이 설치되어 있어서 전시물에 대한 설명을 쉽게 볼 수 있어요.

Bangmulgwan aneneun yeoreo gaeui annaepan-i seolchidoeeo isseoseo jeonsimul-e daehan seolmyeong-eul swipge bol su isseoyo.

Inside the museum, several signboards are installed, so you can easily see explanations about the exhibits.

안내판을 잘 읽고 안전 수칙을 따라야 합니다.

Annaepan-eul jal ilggo anjeon suchig-eul ttarayaha hamnida.

You should read the signboard carefully and follow the safety rules.