Meaning and Usage
The noun '외침' refers to a loud vocal expression such as a shout or cry. It often conveys strong emotion like urgency, anger, or desperation.
Common Contexts
You will frequently encounter '외침' in contexts involving protests, emergencies, or emotional outbursts. It is a formal noun and can be used in both spoken and written Korean.
Collocations and Patterns
- 외침을 지르다: to shout a cry; emphasizes the act of shouting loudly.
- 절박한 외침: a desperate cry; expresses urgency or distress.
- 외침이 들리다: a shout is heard; used to describe the perception of a shout.
Usage Notes
'외침' is different from casual words like '소리' (sound) or '비명' (scream) because it specifically implies a loud vocal expression with emotional weight. Avoid confusing it with '외치다', the verb meaning 'to shout'.
Common Mistake
Learners sometimes confuse '외침' with '외치다'. Remember, '외침' is a noun meaning 'a shout', while '외치다' is the verb 'to shout'. Use '외침' when referring to the shout itself, and '외치다' when describing the action.