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기술하다

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Meaning and Usage

The verb '기술하다' means 'to describe' or 'to give an account of' something in detail. It is often used in formal or written contexts such as reports, resumes, or literary descriptions.

Common Contexts

You will frequently see '기술하다' in academic writing, technical reports, or when someone is explaining detailed information about a subject or experience.

Collocations and Patterns

  • '자세히 기술하다': to describe in detail
  • '구체적으로 기술하다': to describe concretely or specifically
  • '경험을 기술하다': to describe one's experience

These collocations emphasize thoroughness and specificity.

Register and Politeness

'기술하다' is a formal verb and is mostly used in written or formal spoken Korean. It is not commonly used in casual conversation.

Common Mistake

Learners sometimes confuse '기술하다' with '설명하다' (to explain). While both involve conveying information, '기술하다' focuses more on detailed description or documentation, whereas '설명하다' is more about clarifying or explaining concepts or instructions.

Example Sentences

이 보고서에서는 실험 결과를 자세히 기술하였다.

I bogoseoeseoneun silheom gyeolgwareul jasehi gisulhaetda.

This report describes the experimental results in detail.

작가는 자신의 경험을 바탕으로 소설 속 인물의 심리를 기술했다.

Jakkaneun jasinui gyeongheomeul batang-euro sosel sok inmul-ui simlireul gisulhaetda.

The author described the psychology of the characters in the novel based on personal experience.

이력서에 자신의 경력을 구체적으로 기술하는 것이 중요하다.

Iryeokseo-e jasinui gyeonglyeogeul guchejeogeuro gisulhaneun geosi jungyohada.

It is important to describe your career in detail on your resume.