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일대

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Meaning and Usage

The word '일대' refers to an entire region or the surrounding area of a specific place. It is often used to describe a geographical zone or neighborhood in a broad sense.

Common Contexts

'일대' is frequently used in news reports, weather forecasts, and descriptions of natural or urban areas. It can imply the whole district or vicinity around a landmark or city.

Collocations and Patterns

  • '일대에' (in the entire area): used to indicate something happening throughout the region.
  • '일대는' (the area is): often followed by descriptions or conditions of the region.
  • '일대의' (of the area): used to describe something belonging to or characteristic of the region.

Register and Nuance

This term is neutral and formal, suitable for written and spoken language, especially in formal contexts like news or official announcements.

Common Mistakes

Learners sometimes confuse '일대' with '지역' (area/region) or '구역' (zone), but '일대' emphasizes the entire surrounding area or district rather than a specific administrative boundary. Use '일대' when you want to highlight the broad vicinity rather than a precise location.

Example Sentences

그 산 일대는 자연 보호 구역으로 지정되어 있다.

Geu san ildae neun jayeon boho guyeok euro jijeong doeeo itda.

The entire area around that mountain is designated as a nature reserve.

일대에 큰 변화가 예상된다.

Ildae e keun byeonhwa ga yesang doenda.

Significant changes are expected in the whole area.

그 일대는 관광객들로 항상 붐빈다.

Geu ildae neun gwangwanggaegdeul ro hangsang bumbinda.

That entire area is always crowded with tourists.