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파괴

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Meaning and Usage

The noun '파괴' refers to the act or result of breaking, destroying, or damaging something. It is often used in formal or written contexts to describe physical destruction, such as buildings or objects, as well as abstract concepts like rules or environments.

Common Contexts

  • Physical destruction: buildings, machines, or objects being broken or ruined.
  • Environmental destruction: damage to nature or ecosystems.
  • Rule or system violation: breaking laws, rules, or agreements.

Collocations and Patterns

  • 환경 파괴 (environmental destruction): used when talking about damage to nature.
  • 규칙 파괴 (breaking rules): refers to violating regulations or norms.
  • 완전한 파괴 (complete destruction): emphasizes total ruin.

Register and Usage Notes

'파괴' is a formal noun and is commonly found in news reports, academic texts, and formal discussions. It is less common in casual conversation where simpler verbs like '부수다' (to break) might be used.

Common Mistake

Learners sometimes confuse '파괴' with '파손' (damage), but '파괴' implies more complete destruction, while '파손' often refers to partial damage or breakage. Use '파괴' when the damage is severe or total.

Example Sentences

그 건물은 지진으로 심하게 파괴되었다.

Geu geonmureun jijineuro simhage pagoe doeeotda.

That building was severely destroyed by the earthquake.

환경 파괴를 막기 위해 모두가 노력해야 한다.

Hwangyeong pagoireul makgi wihae moduga noryeokhaeya handa.

Everyone must make efforts to prevent environmental destruction.

그의 행동은 회사의 규칙을 파괴하는 것이다.

Geuui haengdong eun hoesaui gyuchigeul pagoehaneun geosida.

His behavior is breaking the company's rules.