Meaning and Usage
The verb '전달되다' means 'to be delivered' or 'to be conveyed.' It is often used when information, messages, feelings, or objects are passed from one person or place to another. This verb is in the passive form, emphasizing that something is received or transmitted rather than actively sent by the speaker.
Common Contexts
You will frequently see '전달되다' in formal or business contexts, such as meetings, emails, or official communications, where accurate transmission of information is important. It is also used in everyday situations when confirming that a message or feeling has been understood or received.
Collocations and Patterns
- '정확하게 전달되다': to be delivered accurately; used when emphasizing precision.
- '잘 전달되다': to be well conveyed; common in both formal and informal contexts.
- '감정이 전달되다': emotions are conveyed; often used when talking about feelings or non-verbal communication.
- '메시지가 전달되다': a message is delivered; typical in communication contexts.
Register and Politeness
'전달되다' is neutral and can be used in both formal and informal speech, but it is more common in written or formal spoken Korean. It is polite and appropriate for professional settings.
Common Mistakes
Learners sometimes confuse '전달되다' with '전달하다' (to deliver). Remember that '전달되다' is passive, focusing on the reception or transmission of something, while '전달하다' is active, focusing on the act of delivering.
Using '전달되다' correctly helps you express that information or feelings have been successfully passed on or received, which is essential in clear communication.