Meaning and Usage
"인심" refers to human kindness, generosity, or the warm-hearted nature of people. It often describes how people share or show goodwill, especially in social or community contexts.
Common Contexts
This word is frequently used when talking about generosity during holidays, neighborly kindness, or a person's warm character. It can imply both emotional warmth and practical generosity, such as sharing food or helping others.
Collocations and Patterns
- 인심이 좋다: to have a kind or generous heart
- 인심이 후하다: to be generous
- 인심이 넉넉하다: to be plentiful in generosity
These phrases are common when describing people or communities known for their kindness.
Register and Nuance
"인심" is a neutral noun used in both formal and informal contexts. It carries a positive connotation and is often used to praise someone's character or the spirit of a community.
Common Mistakes
Learners sometimes confuse "인심" with "인심(人心)" meaning "public opinion" or "people's mind" in a more abstract sense. Here, "인심" focuses on kindness and generosity, not general sentiment or opinion.