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옥상

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Meaning and Usage

"옥상" refers to the flat roof area of a building, often accessible and used for various activities. It is a common noun used in everyday conversation, especially when talking about places to relax, gather, or observe views.

Common Contexts

People often mention "옥상" when describing social gatherings like barbecues or parties, or when talking about weather effects such as rainwater collecting there. It is also a popular spot for enjoying city views.

Collocations and Patterns

  • 옥상에서 (on the roof): used to indicate location for events or actions.
  • 옥상에 올라가다 (to go up to the roof): describing movement to the roof.
  • 옥상에 물이 고이다 (water collects on the roof): describing a natural phenomenon.

Register and Usage Notes

"옥상" is neutral in formality and can be used in both casual and formal contexts. It is not a technical term but a common everyday word.

Common Mistakes

Learners sometimes confuse "옥상" with "지붕" (roof in general, including sloped roofs). "옥상" specifically refers to flat rooftop areas, often accessible, while "지붕" is the general term for any roof structure.

Example Sentences

옥상에서 친구들과 바비큐 파티를 했어요.

Oksangeseo chingudeulgwa babikyoo patireul haesseoyo.

I had a barbecue party with friends on the roof.

비가 와서 옥상에 물이 고였어요.

Biga waseo oksange muri goyeosseoyo.

It rained, so water collected on the roof.

옥상에 올라가면 도시 전경이 한눈에 보여요.

Oksange ollagamyeon dosi jeongyeongi hannune boyeoyo.

If you go up to the roof, you can see the cityscape at a glance.