Level 6

예습하다

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Meaning and Usage

The verb '예습하다' specifically means to prepare or review lesson material before the actual class or study session. It is commonly used in educational contexts where students study the upcoming lesson in advance to better understand the material during class.

Common Contexts

This word is often used when talking about study habits, exam preparation, or daily school routines. It implies a proactive approach to learning, showing responsibility and diligence.

Collocations and Patterns

  • 예습을 하다: to prepare lessons
  • 예습을 꼭 하다: to definitely prepare lessons (emphasizing necessity)
  • 예습하는 습관: the habit of preparing lessons

Register and Politeness

'예습하다' is a neutral verb suitable for both formal and informal contexts. It is commonly used in spoken and written Korean related to education.

Common Mistakes

Learners sometimes confuse '예습하다' (preparing lessons before class) with '복습하다' (reviewing lessons after class). Remember, '예습하다' is about preparation ahead of time, while '복습하다' is about reviewing what was already taught.

Example Sentences

시험 전에 꼭 예습을 해야 좋은 성적을 받을 수 있어요.

Siheom jeone kkok yesupeul haeya joheun seongjeogeul badeul su isseoyo.

You must definitely prepare your lessons before the exam to get good grades.

매일 학교 수업 전에 예습하는 습관을 들이면 공부가 훨씬 쉬워져요.

Maeil hakgyo sueop jeone yesuphaneun seupganeul deulimyeon gongbuga hwolssin swiwojyeoyo.

If you develop a habit of preparing lessons before school classes every day, studying becomes much easier.

예습을 하지 않으면 수업 내용을 따라가기 힘들어요.

Yesupeul haji anheumyeon sueop naeyongeul ttaragagi himdeureoyo.

If you don't prepare your lessons, it's hard to keep up with the class content.