잠수함

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Understanding '잠수함' (Submarine)

The Korean word '잠수함' specifically refers to a submarine, a naval vessel capable of underwater operation. It is a compound of '잠수' (diving or submersion) and '함' (ship or vessel).

Usage Context

'잠수함' is primarily used in military or maritime contexts. When Koreans mention '잠수함,' they usually imply a military submarine rather than civilian underwater vehicles. It is a formal noun and appears in news, documentaries, and technical discussions.

Common Collocations

  • 잠수함 작전 (submarine operation): Refers to missions or tactical activities involving submarines.
  • 잠수함 발사 (submarine launch): Often used when discussing missile launches from submarines.
  • 잠수함 승무원 (submarine crew): The personnel operating the submarine.

Tips for Learners

Avoid confusing '잠수함' with '잠수' alone, which means 'diving' or 'submersion' and can be used more broadly. '잠수함' always refers to the vessel itself. Also, note that '잠수함' is a noun and does not conjugate.

Using '잠수함' in sentences about naval technology or military topics will sound natural and precise.

Example Sentences

잠수함은 수중에서 적의 움직임을 감시하는 데 사용됩니다.

Jamsuham-eun sujung-eseo jeog-ui umjigim-eul gamsi-haneun de sayongdoemnida.

Submarines are used to monitor enemy movements underwater.

그 잠수함은 깊은 바다 속에서 오랜 시간 동안 작전을 수행했다.

Geu jamsuham-eun gipeun bada sog-eseo oraen sigan dongan jakjeon-eul suhaenghaetda.

That submarine carried out a mission for a long time deep in the ocean.

잠수함이 수면 위로 떠오르자 승무원들이 신속히 준비를 시작했다.

Jamsuham-i sumyeon wiro tteooreuja seungmuwondeul-i sinsokhi junbireul sijakhaetda.

As the submarine surfaced, the crew quickly began preparations.