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장수

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Meaning and Usage

The Korean word '장수' primarily means 'longevity' or 'long life.' It is often used to describe people who live to an old age, especially those who reach 90, 100 years, or more. The term carries a positive connotation, implying not only a long lifespan but also a healthy and fulfilling life.

Common Contexts

You will frequently encounter '장수' in discussions about health, aging, and cultural traditions related to living a long life. For example, '장수 마을' refers to villages known for their high number of elderly people living long and healthy lives.

Collocations and Patterns

  • 장수하다: to live a long life; used to describe someone’s lifespan.
  • 장수 마을: longevity village; places famous for many long-lived residents.
  • 장수 비결: secret to longevity; often used when talking about health tips or lifestyle.

Register and Nuance

'장수' is a neutral term suitable for both formal and informal contexts. It is respectful when referring to elderly people who have lived long lives.

Common Learner Mistake

Sometimes learners confuse '장수' with '장수' meaning 'general' (military rank), which is a homonym but different in meaning and usage. Context usually clarifies which meaning is intended, but be careful when reading or listening.

Example Sentences

그 할아버지는 100세가 넘도록 장수하셨어요.

Geu harabeojineun baegsega neomdorok jangsu hasyeosseoyo.

That grandfather lived a long life, over 100 years.

장수 마을에서는 건강하게 오래 사는 비결을 배울 수 있어요.

Jangsu maeureseoneun geonganghage orae saneun bigyreoreul baeul su isseoyo.

In longevity villages, you can learn the secrets to living healthily for a long time.

장수는 단순히 오래 사는 것뿐만 아니라 건강한 삶을 의미해요.

Jangsuneun dansunhi orae saneun geotppunman anira geonganghan salmeul uimiwaeyo.

Longevity means not just living long but also having a healthy life.