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응원

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Meaning and Usage

The Korean noun '응원' primarily means 'cheering' or 'support' given to encourage someone, especially in contexts like sports, exams, or personal challenges. It conveys emotional backing and motivation.

Common Contexts

You will often hear '응원' in situations involving cheering for athletes, supporting friends or family during important events, or expressing encouragement in daily life.

Typical Collocations

  • 응원하다: to cheer or support someone actively.
  • 응원 메시지: a message of encouragement.
  • 열심히 응원하다: to cheer enthusiastically.

Register and Politeness

'응원' is a neutral noun and can be used in both formal and informal contexts. The verb form '응원하다' is also widely used.

Common Mistakes

Learners sometimes confuse '응원' with '지원' (support in a more formal or financial sense). Remember, '응원' is emotional or moral support, often vocal or visible, while '지원' is more about practical assistance.

Example Sentences

친구가 시험을 잘 보도록 응원했어요.

Chinguga siheomeul jal bodorok eungwonhaesseoyo.

I cheered my friend on so they could do well on the exam.

축구 경기장에서 팬들이 선수들을 열심히 응원하고 있어요.

Chukgu gyeonggijangeseo paendeuri seonsudeureul yeolsimhi eungwonhago isseoyo.

Fans are enthusiastically cheering the players at the soccer stadium.

힘들 때 가족의 응원이 큰 힘이 돼요.

Himdeul ttae gajokui eungwoni keun himi dwaeyo.

Family support is a great strength during difficult times.