문구

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Meaning and Usage

The Korean word '문구' primarily refers to a phrase, passage, or a short piece of text. It can mean a sentence or a group of words used in writing, advertising, or speech.

Common Contexts

  • In literature, '문구' often means a memorable passage or sentence from a book or article.
  • In advertising and marketing, it refers to slogans or catchphrases used to attract attention.
  • It can also mean stationery items in other contexts, but that meaning is less common at TOPIK level 6.

Collocations and Patterns

  • '문구를 적다' (to write down a phrase or passage)
  • '광고 문구' (advertising phrase/slogan)
  • '문구가 마음에 들다' (to like a phrase or passage)

Usage Tips

When using '문구', consider whether you are referring to a literal passage from text or a slogan/phrase used in communication. It is often used in formal or written contexts but can appear in everyday conversation when discussing text or advertising.

Avoid confusing '문구' with '문자' (text message) or '문장' (sentence), as '문구' emphasizes a phrase or short passage rather than a full sentence or message.

Example Sentences

이 문구는 광고에 자주 사용됩니다.

I mungu neun gwanggoe jaju sayongdoemnida.

This phrase is often used in advertisements.

책에서 마음에 드는 문구를 적어 두었어요.

Chaegeseo maeume deuneun mungureul jeoge duosseoyo.

I wrote down a passage I liked from the book.

이 문구는 포스터에 잘 어울립니다.

I mungu neun poseuteoe jal eoulrimnida.

This phrase fits well on the poster.