Level 6

집중하다

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Meaning and Usage

The verb '집중하다' means 'to concentrate' or 'to focus.' It is commonly used when someone directs their attention or effort toward a specific task or object.

Common Contexts

You will often hear '집중하다' in academic, work, or sports settings where focus is necessary. For example, students concentrate on studying, employees focus during meetings, and athletes pay attention to their form.

Collocations and Patterns

  • 집중하다 + 에 (location or object of focus): e.g., '공부에 집중하다' (to concentrate on studying)
  • 집중해서 + verb: e.g., '집중해서 듣다' (to listen attentively)
  • 집중력이 좋다/나쁘다: describing good or poor concentration ability

Register and Politeness

'집중하다' is a neutral verb and can be used in both formal and informal contexts. It is often combined with polite endings like '-세요' or '-합니다' depending on the situation.

Common Mistakes

Learners sometimes confuse '집중하다' with '집중되다.' The former is active (to concentrate), while the latter is passive (to be concentrated). Remember to use '집중하다' when the subject is actively focusing.

Example Sentences

시험 공부를 할 때는 주변 소음을 차단하고 집중해야 한다.

Siheom gongbureul hal ttaeneun jubyeon so-eumeul chadanhago jipjunghaeya handa.

When studying for an exam, you need to block out surrounding noise and concentrate.

회의 중에는 다른 생각을 하지 말고 발표자에게 집중하세요.

Hoeuijungeneun dareun saenggageul haji malgo balpyojaege jipjunghaseyo.

During the meeting, don't think about other things and focus on the presenter.

운동할 때는 자세에 집중하는 것이 부상을 예방하는 데 중요하다.

Undonghal ttaeneun jasee jipjunghaneun geosi busangeul yebanghaneun de jungyohada.

When exercising, concentrating on your posture is important to prevent injuries.