Meaning and Usage
"희망자" refers to a person who hopes or wishes to do something, often translated as "applicant" or "candidate" in English. It is commonly used in formal or official contexts such as job applications, project participation, or volunteer recruitment.
Common Contexts
You will often see "희망자" in announcements or notices inviting people to apply or participate. It implies a voluntary desire to join or take part in something.
Collocations and Patterns
- 희망자 신청 (applicant registration): used when asking people to sign up.
- 희망자 명단 (list of applicants): a list compiling those who have expressed interest.
- 희망자 모집 (recruitment of applicants): used in recruitment or call for volunteers.
Register and Politeness
"희망자" is a neutral, formal noun suitable for written and spoken Korean in professional or official settings. It is not used in casual conversation.
Common Mistake
Learners sometimes confuse "희망자" with "희망" (hope) alone. Remember, "희망자" specifically refers to a person who hopes or wishes, not just the abstract concept of hope.