Meaning and Usage
The verb '전시되다' means 'to be exhibited' or 'to be displayed.' It is commonly used in contexts related to museums, galleries, exhibitions, and any situation where objects or artworks are shown publicly.
Common Contexts
You will often hear '전시되다' when talking about art exhibitions, museum displays, or product showcases. It emphasizes the passive state of something being put on display rather than the act of displaying it.
Collocations and Patterns
- 전시되다 + 장소 (e.g., 박물관에 전시되다): to be exhibited at a place
- 전시회에서 전시되다: to be exhibited at an exhibition
- 처음 전시되다: to be exhibited for the first time
Register and Politeness
'전시되다' is a neutral formal verb often used in written and spoken Korean, especially in formal or academic contexts.
Common Mistakes
Learners sometimes confuse '전시되다' with '전시하다' (to exhibit/display actively). Remember, '전시되다' is passive, focusing on the object being displayed, not the person displaying it.