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시대적

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Meaning and Usage

The adjective '시대적' relates to something characteristic or relevant to a particular era or period. It is often used to describe cultural, social, political, or historical aspects that define or reflect the spirit or conditions of the times.

Common Contexts

You will frequently encounter '시대적' in discussions about history, literature, art, and social changes. For example, '시대적 배경' (historical background) or '시대적 변화' (changes of the era) are common collocations.

Collocations and Patterns

  • 시대적 배경: refers to the historical or cultural background of a work or event.
  • 시대적 변화: changes or transformations characteristic of a particular era.
  • 시대적 상황: the circumstances or conditions of the times.

These phrases help specify the temporal context and are often used in academic, journalistic, or formal speech.

Register and Nuance

'시대적' is a formal adjective, suitable for written language and formal spoken contexts. It is not commonly used in casual conversation. When using it, speakers imply a thoughtful reflection on how something fits into or is influenced by the broader historical or social context.

Common Mistakes

Learners sometimes confuse '시대적' with '시대' alone. Remember, '시대' means 'era' or 'period,' while '시대적' is an adjective meaning 'of or relating to the era.' Using '시대적' correctly requires pairing it with nouns that describe aspects of the era, like '배경' or '변화.'

Example Sentences

이 작품은 시대적 배경을 잘 반영하고 있다.

I jakpum-eun sidaejeok baegyeong-eul jal ban-yeonghago itda.

This work reflects the historical background of the times well.

시대적 변화에 맞춰 정책을 수정해야 한다.

Sidaejeok byeonhwa-e matchwo jeongchaeg-eul sujeonghaeya handa.

Policies need to be revised to fit the changes of the times.

그 영화는 시대적 상황을 사실적으로 그려냈다.

Geu yeonghwa-neun sidaejeok sanghwang-eul sasirjeog-euro geuryeonaetda.

That movie realistically depicted the circumstances of the era.