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왕비

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Meaning and Usage

The word '왕비' specifically refers to the queen, the wife of a king, often used in historical or formal contexts. It is not used for a queen regnant (a ruling queen) but rather the king's consort.

Cultural Context

In Korean history, especially during the Joseon Dynasty, the 왕비 held significant influence within the royal court. Understanding this term helps learners grasp historical dramas or literature.

Common Collocations

  • 왕비님 (honorific form of queen)
  • 왕비가 되다 (to become a queen)
  • 왕비의 자리 (the position or role of the queen)

Usage Notes

This term is formal and mostly appears in historical or literary contexts. It is not used in everyday conversation to refer to a queen in a modern monarchy. Avoid confusing 왕비 with 여왕, which means a queen who rules in her own right.

Example Sentences

조선 시대의 왕비들은 궁중에서 많은 권력을 가지고 있었다.

Joseon sidaeui wangbideureun gungjungeseo manheun gwollyeogeul gajigo isseotda.

Queens in the Joseon Dynasty held a lot of power within the palace.

왕비가 입은 한복은 매우 화려하고 아름다웠다.

Wangbiga ibeun hanbokeun maeu hwaryeohago areumdawotda.

The hanbok worn by the queen was very splendid and beautiful.

왕비는 왕과 함께 국가의 중요한 결정을 내렸다.

Wangbineun wanggwa hamkke gukgaui jungyohan gyeoljeongeul naeryeotda.

The queen made important decisions for the country together with the king.