Meaning and Usage
The verb '발표되다' means 'to be announced' or 'to be published.' It is a passive form often used when official information, results, or findings are made public by an authority or organization.
Common Contexts
You will frequently see '발표되다' used in contexts such as announcements of policies, exam results, research findings, or event schedules. It emphasizes that the subject is not the one announcing but rather the information being made public.
Collocations and Patterns
- '공식적으로 발표되다' (to be officially announced): used when emphasizing formal or official announcements.
- '결과가 발표되다' (results are announced): common in academic or testing contexts.
- '학회에서 발표되다' (to be presented at a conference): used in academic or professional settings.
Register and Politeness
'발표되다' is neutral and formal enough for written and spoken Korean, especially in news, academic, and official contexts. It is not casual.
Common Learner Mistake
Learners sometimes confuse '발표하다' (to announce) with '발표되다' (to be announced). Remember, '발표하다' is active, focusing on the announcer, while '발표되다' is passive, focusing on the announcement itself.