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도움말

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Meaning and Usage

"도움말" refers to help messages or instructions provided within software, websites, or devices to assist users in understanding how to operate or use a feature. It is commonly seen as a button, menu, or popup that offers guidance.

Common Contexts

You will often encounter 도움말 in computer programs, mobile apps, and online platforms where users might need quick instructions or troubleshooting tips.

Collocations and Patterns

  • 도움말 버튼: help button, used to access help information.
  • 도움말 창: help window or popup that appears to provide guidance.
  • 도움말 페이지: help page, often on websites with FAQs and manuals.

Register and Politeness

도움말 is a neutral noun used in both formal and informal contexts, mostly in technical or instructional settings.

Learner Tips

A common confusion is mixing 도움말 with 도움 (help or assistance). 도움말 specifically means "help message" or "instructions," not general help. Use 도움말 when referring to written or displayed guidance, and 도움 when referring to actual help or support from a person.

Example Sentences

이 프로그램에서 도움말을 눌러 사용법을 확인하세요.

I peurogeuraemeseo doummareul nulleo sayongbeopeul hwakinhaeseyo.

Press the help button in this program to check how to use it.

도움말 창이 자동으로 뜨면 내용을 잘 읽어 보세요.

Doummal changi jadongeuro tteumyeon naeyongeul jal ilgeo boseyo.

If the help window pops up automatically, please read the content carefully.

웹사이트의 도움말 페이지에서 자주 묻는 질문을 확인할 수 있습니다.

Websaiteuui doummal peijeseo jaju mutneun jilmun-eul hwakinha hal su itsseumnida.

You can check frequently asked questions on the website's help page.