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철저하다

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Meaning and Usage

The adjective '철저하다' means to be thorough, complete, or meticulous in doing something. It often implies careful attention to detail and no room for negligence.

Common Contexts

You will frequently see '철저하다' used in contexts related to planning, preparation, management, or control where completeness and precision are important.

Collocations and Patterns

  • 철저한 준비 (thorough preparation): emphasizes careful and complete readiness.
  • 철저하게 조사하다 (to investigate thoroughly): used in formal or official contexts.
  • 철저한 관리 (strict/thorough management): often used in business or quality control.

Register and Politeness

'철저하다' is neutral and can be used in both formal and informal contexts, but it is more common in written or formal speech.

Common Mistakes

Learners sometimes confuse '철저하다' with '완벽하다' (perfect). While both imply completeness, '철저하다' focuses on thoroughness and diligence, not necessarily flawlessness. Use '철저하다' when emphasizing careful and complete effort rather than perfection.

Example Sentences

그는 철저하게 계획을 세워서 일을 진행했다.

Geuneun cheoljeohage gyehoeg-eul seowoseo il-eul jinhaenghaetda.

He proceeded with the work by making a thorough plan.

철저한 준비 없이는 좋은 결과를 기대하기 어렵다.

Cheoljeohan junbi eobs-ineun joheun gyeolgwa-reul gidae-hagi eoryeopda.

Without thorough preparation, it is difficult to expect good results.

그 회사는 철저한 품질 관리를 자랑한다.

Geu hoesa-neun cheoljeohan pumjil gwanlireul jaranghanda.

That company prides itself on thorough quality control.