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관습

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Understanding '관습' (Custom)

'관습' refers to traditional customs or established practices within a society or group. It often implies behaviors or rituals passed down through generations.

Usage in Context

This word is commonly used when discussing cultural traditions, social behaviors, or workplace norms. For example, marriage customs or company practices are often described using '관습'.

Common Collocations

  • 관습을 따르다: to follow customs; used when someone respects or adheres to traditional practices.
  • 관습을 깨다: to break customs; used when someone challenges or changes established traditions.
  • 사회적 관습: social customs; refers to norms accepted by society.

Register and Nuance

'관습' is a formal noun often used in written and spoken Korean at a neutral to formal level. It is appropriate in academic, professional, and cultural discussions.

Learner Tip

Do not confuse '관습' with '습관' (habit). '관습' relates to collective customs shared by a group, while '습관' refers to individual habits. Using '관습' when talking about personal routines can sound unnatural.

Example Sentences

한국의 결혼 관습은 지역마다 조금씩 다르다.

Hangukui gyeolhon gwanseupeun jiyeokmara jogeumssik dareuda.

Korean marriage customs vary slightly by region.

새로운 회사에 들어가면 그곳의 관습을 빨리 배우는 것이 중요하다.

Saeroun hoesae deureogamyeon geugosui gwanseupeul ppalli baeuneun geosi jungyohada.

When joining a new company, it is important to quickly learn its customs.

관습을 따르는 것도 좋지만 때로는 변화를 시도하는 용기도 필요하다.

Gwanseupeul ttareuneun geosdo jotjiman ttaeroneun byeonhwareul sidohaneun yonggido piryohada.

Following customs is good, but sometimes courage to try change is also necessary.