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고집하다

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Meaning and Usage

The verb '고집하다' means to stubbornly insist on something or to persist in a particular opinion or behavior. It often carries a slightly negative nuance, implying inflexibility or unwillingness to compromise.

Common Contexts

This word is frequently used when describing someone who refuses to change their mind or behavior despite advice or evidence. It can apply to opinions, habits, or ways of doing things.

Collocations and Patterns

  • 고집을 부리다: to act stubbornly or insist on something strongly.
  • 고집하지 마세요: a polite request to stop being stubborn.
  • 자신의 의견을 고집하다: to insist on one's own opinion.

Register and Politeness

'고집하다' is neutral in formality but often appears in everyday conversation and written Korean. It can be softened or intensified depending on context and particles used.

Common Learner Mistake

Learners sometimes confuse '고집하다' with simply 'to want' or 'to try hard.' Remember, '고집하다' emphasizes stubbornness or persistence even when it might be unreasonable, not just effort or desire.

Example Sentences

그는 자신의 의견을 끝까지 고집했다.

Geuneun jasinui uigyeoneul kkeutkkaji gojiphada.

He stubbornly insisted on his opinion until the end.

고집하지 말고 다른 사람의 말을 들어 봐.

Gojiphaji malgo dareun saramui mareul deureo bwa.

Don’t be stubborn; listen to what others have to say.

그는 항상 자기 방식을 고집해서 문제가 생긴다.

Geuneun hangsang jagi bangsigeul gojiphaseo munjega saengginda.

He always insists on his own way, which causes problems.