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열중하다

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Meaning and Usage

The verb '열중하다' means to be deeply absorbed or enthusiastic about something. It often implies a strong focus and passion, usually for an activity or task.

Common Contexts

You will frequently hear '열중하다' used when talking about studying, hobbies, games, or work where someone is fully engaged and not easily distracted.

Collocations and Patterns

  • 공부에 열중하다: to be absorbed in studying
  • 게임에 열중하다: to be engrossed in a game
  • 일에 열중하다: to be focused on work

These collocations highlight the object of enthusiasm or focus.

Register and Politeness

'열중하다' is a standard verb suitable for both formal and informal contexts. It is neutral in politeness and can be used in everyday conversation as well as in writing.

Common Mistakes

Learners sometimes confuse '열중하다' with '집중하다' (to concentrate). While both involve focus, '열중하다' emphasizes enthusiasm and passion, whereas '집중하다' stresses mental concentration. Use '열중하다' when you want to express being passionately absorbed in something.

Example Sentences

그는 공부에 열중해서 시간 가는 줄 몰랐다.

Geuneun gongbue yeoljunghaeseo sigan ganeun jul mollatda.

He was so absorbed in studying that he lost track of time.

아이들은 게임에 열중하고 있어서 말을 걸기 어려웠다.

Aideureun geime yeoljunghago isseoseo mareul geolgi eoryeowotda.

The children were so engrossed in the game that it was hard to talk to them.

그는 새로운 취미에 열중하기 시작했다.

Geuneun saeroun chwimie yeoljunghagi sijakhaetda.

He started to become enthusiastic about a new hobby.