Meaning and Usage
The Korean noun '관리' primarily means 'management' or 'maintenance.' It refers to the act of overseeing, controlling, or taking care of something, such as assets, equipment, projects, or even health. It is not used to mean 'a government official,' which is a common misunderstanding.
Common Contexts
'관리' is frequently used in business, technical, and everyday contexts. For example, '자산 관리' (asset management), '건물 관리' (building maintenance), and '건강 관리' (health care) are common collocations.
Collocations and Patterns
- 관리하다: to manage or maintain something.
- 정기적인 관리: regular maintenance.
- 프로젝트 관리: project management.
- 건강 관리: health management.
Register and Politeness
'관리' is a neutral noun used in both formal and informal contexts. When combined with verbs like '하다,' it forms a standard expression.
Common Mistake
Learners sometimes confuse '관리' with a person who manages (like 'manager'). However, '관리' refers to the act or process, not the person. To refer to a manager, use '관리자.'