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A2 noun #4,500 الأكثر شيوعاً 9 دقيقة للقراءة

청중

cheongjung الأكثر شيوعاً #4,500

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الشرح 청중 in your Level:

At the A1 level, you only need to know that '청중' means 'audience' in the context of listening. Think of it as a group of people at a concert or a talk. You might use it in very simple sentences like '청중이 많아요' (There are many audience members). You don't need to worry about the complex Hanja roots yet. Just remember that when people gather to hear music or a speech, we call them '청중.' It is a noun, so it usually comes before a verb or is followed by basic particles like '-이' or '-은.' Even at this early stage, try to distinguish it from '사람들' (people) when you want to sound a bit more specific about a crowd at a performance. Most A1 learners might not use this word frequently, but you will see it in beginner textbooks when describing a scene at a school auditorium or a music room.

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At the A2 level, you should start using '청중' to describe specific scenes. You should know common verbs that go with it, such as '박수를 치다' (to clap) or '조용히 하다' (to be quiet). You can now form sentences like '청중이 박수를 쳤습니다' (The audience clapped). You should also begin to understand the difference between '청중' and '관객' (viewers). At this level, focus on the physical setting: '청중' are the people sitting in chairs listening to a speaker. You might encounter this word in listening exercises where a narrator describes a public event. Practice using the possessive particle '-의' to say '청중의 반응' (the audience's reaction) to describe how people felt about a performance. This helps you move beyond just naming the group to describing their behavior and feelings.

At the B1 level, you should be comfortable using '청중' in more complex sentence structures, including those with adjectives and adverbs. You can describe the quality of the audience: '열성적인 청중' (an enthusiastic audience) or '냉담한 청중' (a cold/indifferent audience). You should also be able to use '청중' as an object in sentences about persuasion or influence: '연설가는 청중을 감동시켰다' (The speaker moved the audience). At this stage, you are expected to understand the nuance that '청중' implies a focused listening group. You might use this word when writing a short essay about a concert you attended or a speech you heard. You should also start recognizing the word in news reports or more formal announcements, where it is used to give a professional tone to the description of a crowd.

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At the B2 level, you should use '청중' to discuss abstract concepts and social dynamics. You can talk about '청중의 심리' (audience psychology) or '청중과의 교감' (rapport with the audience). You should be able to use the word in the context of public speaking tips, such as '청중의 눈을 맞추는 것이 중요하다' (It is important to make eye contact with the audience). At this level, you should also understand the Hanja roots (聽 - listen, 衆 - crowd) and how they relate to other words like '관중' or '청취자.' You can participate in discussions about the effectiveness of a presentation by analyzing how the '청중' received the message. Your vocabulary should include sophisticated collocations like '청중을 압도하다' (to overwhelm the audience) or '청중의 환호를 이끌어내다' (to draw cheers from the audience).

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At the C1 level, '청중' becomes a tool for precise academic and professional communication. You should be able to analyze the '청중' as a demographic or a social variable in communication theory. For example, you might write about '청중의 다원성' (the plurality of the audience) or '청중의 비판적 수용' (the audience's critical reception of a message). You should be able to distinguish between '청중' and other similar terms in highly nuanced ways, such as discussing why a certain event attracted '관객' (viewers) but failed to engage them as '청중' (active listeners). You will encounter this word in high-level literature, legal or political discourse, and complex social critiques. You should be able to use it effortlessly in formal speeches and presentations, addressing the audience with appropriate honorifics and stylistic flair.

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At the C2 level, you have a masterly command of '청중' and its place within the broader spectrum of Korean vocabulary. You can use the word in philosophical contexts, perhaps discussing the '익명의 청중' (the anonymous audience) in the age of mass media or the '청중의 부재' (the absence of an audience) in modern art. You understand the historical evolution of the word and how its usage has changed with the advent of digital technology. You can write sophisticated critiques of public performances where the interaction between the performer and the '청중' is analyzed as a complex semiotic exchange. You are also capable of using the word in creative writing to evoke specific atmospheres, using it as a metaphor for society or a judgmental collective. Your use of '청중' is indistinguishable from that of a highly educated native speaker, characterized by perfect placement, natural collocations, and a deep understanding of its formal weight.

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청중 في 30 ثانية

청중 (Cheongjung) means 'audience' or 'listeners' at a live event like a speech or concert.
It comes from the Hanja roots for 'listening' and 'multitude,' distinguishing it from visual audiences.
It is a formal word used in news, academic settings, and professional event hosting.
Commonly paired with verbs like 'clapping,' 'focusing,' or 'captivating' in a collective sense.

The Korean word 청중 (聽衆) is a specialized noun that refers specifically to an audience whose primary mode of engagement is listening. While English often uses the broad term 'audience' for movies, sports, and speeches alike, Korean is more precise. The word is composed of two Hanja characters: 청 (聽), meaning 'to listen' or 'to hear,' and 중 (衆), meaning 'the masses' or 'a crowd.' Therefore, 청중 is the 'listening crowd.' This nuance is vital for learners because using it in the wrong context—like at a football match or a silent art gallery—would sound unnatural to native ears. You use this word when the focus is on an auditory experience, such as a lecture, a classical music concert, a political speech, or a radio broadcast's live studio audience.

Etymological Root: The character 聽 (Cheong) also appears in words like '청취' (listening/reception) and '경청' (active listening), emphasizing the act of paying close attention with one's ears.
Social Context: In Korean society, the '청중' is often viewed as a collective entity that grants respect to a speaker. The interaction between a speaker and their '청중' is governed by formal etiquette, especially in academic or professional settings.

그 연설가는 뛰어난 화술로 청중의 마음을 사로잡았다. (The speaker captured the hearts of the audience with their excellent oratory skills.)

Furthermore, the word 청중 carries a level of formality. In casual settings, people might use more specific terms like '사람들' (people) or '팬들' (fans), but when discussing the dynamics of a performance or a public address, 청중 is the standard choice. It implies a certain distance and respect between the performer/speaker and the group. For example, a professor lecturing to a hall of students would refer to them as students in person, but in a report about the lecture, they might be described as the 청중. It is also important to note that this word is almost always used for a group; you would rarely refer to a single person as a '청중'—instead, you would use '청취자' (listener) or simply '듣는 사람' (the person listening).

음악회에 모인 청중은 연주가 끝나자 기립 박수를 보냈다. (The audience gathered at the concert gave a standing ovation as soon as the performance ended.)

Colloquial Usage: While '청중' is formal, it is frequently used in news headlines and documentaries to describe public reaction to events.

In the modern era, the definition has expanded slightly to include digital audiences who listen to podcasts or live streams, though '청취자' remains more common for radio. However, if a live stream is treated as a 'digital town hall' or a formal presentation, 청중 is perfectly appropriate. It evokes the image of a focused, attentive group of people waiting to receive information or art through their ears. Understanding this word helps you navigate formal Korean media and academic texts where precise terminology is highly valued.

Using 청중 correctly requires pairing it with verbs that describe collective behavior. Common actions for an audience include listening, reacting, being moved, or gathering. Because it is a collective noun, it functions similarly to 'people' but is treated grammatically as a singular or plural group depending on the context. Most often, it is followed by particles like -이/가 (subject), -을/를 (object), or -에게 (to the audience).

Subjective Use: When the audience is doing the action: "청중이 조용해졌다" (The audience became quiet).
Objective Use: When the speaker is doing something to the audience: "연설가는 청중을 설득했다" (The speaker persuaded the audience).

그녀의 노래는 모든 청중을 눈물짓게 만들었다. (Her song made the entire audience cry.)

Advanced learners should focus on 'collocations'—words that naturally go together with 청중. For instance, to describe an audience's reaction, we use '반응' (reaction). "청중의 반응이 뜨겁다" (The audience's reaction is 'hot' or enthusiastic). To describe the size, we use '압도적인' (overwhelming) or '수많은' (countless). When a speaker interacts with them, we use '청중과 소통하다' (to communicate/interact with the audience). This specific verb '소통' is highly valued in modern Korean public speaking contexts.

청중의 박수 소리가 강당을 가득 메웠다. (The sound of the audience's applause filled the auditorium.)

In formal writing, such as an essay about communication, you might discuss the 'role of the audience.' You would write: "청중은 단순히 듣는 존재가 아니라, 메시지를 완성하는 주체이다" (The audience is not merely a listening entity, but the subject that completes the message). This demonstrates how 청중 is used to discuss the abstract concept of an audience in rhetorical theory. In everyday conversation, however, you're more likely to use it when recounting an experience: "어제 강연에 청중이 정말 많이 왔더라" (A lot of audience members came to the lecture yesterday). Note that even in casual speech, the word maintains its respectful, slightly formal tone.

Common Verbs: 모으다 (to gather), 매료시키다 (to fascinate), 압도하다 (to overwhelm), 사로잡다 (to captivate).

You will encounter 청중 in several specific environments. The most common is in the media, particularly during news reports about concerts, political rallies, or academic seminars. A reporter might say, "수천 명의 청중이 광장에 모였습니다" (Thousands of audience members gathered in the square). In these contexts, the word provides a professional tone that '사람들' (people) lacks. It emphasizes that the people are there for a specific purpose: to listen to what is being said or played.

오늘 밤, 청중 여러분을 모시고 특별한 강연을 시작하겠습니다. (Tonight, we will begin a special lecture with all of you, the audience.)

Another frequent location is at formal events themselves. The master of ceremonies (MC) or the speaker will often address the group as 청중 여러분 (Audience members/Ladies and Gentlemen). It is a polite way to acknowledge the collective presence of the listeners. You'll also see this word in literature and academic papers discussing social psychology or communication studies. For example, a textbook might analyze '청중의 심리' (the psychology of the audience) to explain how speakers can be more persuasive.

In the world of performing arts, particularly classical music or traditional Korean music (Gugak), reviews will consistently use 청중. A critic might write, "연주자는 청중과 하나가 되어 호흡했다" (The performer breathed as one with the audience). This suggests a deep, spiritual connection through sound. If you watch Korean variety shows that involve singing competitions (like 'Immortal Songs' or 'King of Mask Singer'), the judges often refer to the '청중 평가단' (audience judging panel). Here, the word highlights their role as critical listeners who decide the winner based on the vocal performance.

Media Usage: Headlines like '청중을 울린 명연설' (A great speech that moved the audience to tears) are very common in Korean journalism.
Academic Usage: Used in research regarding '청중 분석' (audience analysis) for marketing or public speaking training.

그의 농담에 청중석 여기저기서 웃음이 터져 나왔다. (Laughter broke out here and there in the audience seats at his joke.)

The most frequent mistake English speakers make is using 청중 as a universal word for 'audience.' In English, 'audience' covers moviegoers, theater-watchers, and sports fans. In Korean, this is a major error. If you are at a movie theater, you must use 관객 (觀客). If you are at a baseball stadium, you must use 관중 (觀衆). Using 청중 at a baseball game would imply that the people are there primarily to listen to the sounds of the game rather than watch it, which sounds bizarre.

Mistake: Audience at a Movie: Incorrect: 영화관에 청중이 많아요. (Wrong)
Correct: 영화관에 관객이 많아요. (Right)
Mistake: Audience at a Stadium: Incorrect: 야구장에 청중이 가득해요. (Wrong)
Correct: 야구장에 관중이 가득해요. (Right)

틀린 예: 청중들이 축구 경기를 보고 있다. (Incorrect: The audience/listeners are watching a soccer match.)

Another common error is confusing 청중 with 청취자. While both involve listening, 청취자 is specifically used for radio listeners or podcast audiences who are not physically present with the speaker. If you are standing on a stage looking at the people in front of you, they are 청중. If you are speaking into a microphone in a soundproof booth to people at home, they are 청취자. Mixing these up can make your speech sound technically inaccurate.

Lastly, avoid overusing the plural marker '-들' with 청중. While '청중들' is not strictly grammatically incorrect, 청중 itself already implies a 'multitude' (the '중' character). In many cases, adding '-들' is redundant. Stick to '청중' unless you are specifically trying to emphasize the individual members within the group. For example, "청중의 반응" is more natural than "청중들의 반응" in most professional writing.

맞는 예: 청중의 박수가 이어졌다. (Correct: The audience's applause continued.)

To truly master Korean, you must understand the subtle differences between the various words for 'audience' or 'group of people.' As mentioned, 청중 is for listening. Let's compare it with its closest relatives. 관객 (觀客) combines 'see' and 'guest.' It is used for theater, cinema, and performances where visual elements are key. 관중 (觀衆) combines 'see' and 'masses.' It is almost exclusively reserved for sports spectators.

청중 vs. 관객: 청중: Focused on hearing (Lectures, Concerts).
관객: Focused on seeing (Movies, Plays).
청중 vs. 청취자: 청중: Physically present (Live audience).
청취자: Remote (Radio/Podcast listeners).

라디오 청취자와 현장의 청중 모두가 즐거운 시간이었습니다. (It was a fun time for both the radio listeners and the live audience.)

There is also 시청자 (視聽者), which combines 'see' and 'hear.' This is the standard word for 'TV viewers.' Since TV involves both seeing and hearing, this word is used for anyone watching a broadcast at home. If you are talking about the people who watch your YouTube videos, you should use 시청자. If you are talking about the people who attend your live TED talk, you use 청중. Another alternative is 독자 (讀者), which means 'readers' (books, newspapers). Understanding these distinctions is a hallmark of an advanced speaker.

Finally, in very formal or old-fashioned contexts, you might hear 청강생 (聽講生). This refers specifically to 'auditors' or students who are attending a lecture just to listen without receiving credit. While 청중 is the general group, 청강생 describes their specific status as students. By choosing the right word from this 'audience' family, you can convey precise information about the setting, the medium, and the relationship between the speaker and the listeners.

Summary Table: • 청중: Listeners (Live)
• 관객: Viewers (Arts)
• 관중: Spectators (Sports)
• 시청자: TV/Video viewers
• 청취자: Radio listeners

How Formal Is It?

حقيقة ممتعة

The character 聽 (to listen) actually contains the components for 'ear,' 'eye,' and 'heart' in traditional calligraphy, suggesting that true listening involves all three.

دليل النطق

UK /tɕʰʌŋ.dʑuŋ/

US /tɕʰʌŋ.dʑuŋ/

In Korean, syllables generally have equal length, but a slight emphasis may be placed on the first syllable in '청중' when starting a sentence.

يتقافى مع

성중 (Seongjung) 명중 (Myeongjung) 공중 (Gongjung) 동중 (Dongjung) 정중 (Jeongjung) 경중 (Gyeongjung) 형중 (Hyeongjung) 영중 (Yeongjung)

أخطاء شائعة

Pronouncing '청' as '정' (jeong) - failing to aspirate the 'ch' sound.
Pronouncing '중' as '종' (jong) - confusing the 'u' sound with 'o'.
Over-stressing the final 'ng' sound, making it sound like two separate syllables.
Pronouncing the 'eo' in '청' like the 'e' in 'pet'.
Failing to make the 'j' in '중' voiced enough.

مستوى الصعوبة

القراءة 2/5

The word is easy to recognize in context, though the Hanja might be new.

الكتابة 3/5

Requires remembering the specific '청' and '중' characters and avoiding confusion with '관중'.

التحدث 2/5

Pronunciation is straightforward as long as aspiration is handled correctly.

الاستماع 2/5

Easily heard in formal announcements or news reports.

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المتطلبات الأساسية

사람 (Person) 듣다 (To listen) 많다 (To be many) 공연 (Performance) 말하다 (To speak)

تعلّم لاحقاً

관객 (Viewer/Audience) 관중 (Spectator) 청취자 (Radio listener) 시청자 (TV viewer) 연설 (Speech)

متقدم

수사학 (Rhetoric) 심리학 (Psychology) 상호작용 (Interaction) 공감 (Empathy)

قواعد يجب معرفتها

Noun + 의 (Possessive)

청중의 박수 (The audience's applause)

Noun + 에게 (To a person/group)

청중에게 질문하다 (To ask the audience a question)

Noun + 앞에서 (In front of)

청중 앞에서 노래하다 (To sing in front of an audience)

Collective Noun Agreement

청중이 조용하다 (The audience is quiet - singular verb form in Korean)

Noun + 을/를 (Object marker)

청중을 감동시키다 (To move the audience)

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청중이 많아요.

There are many audience members.

Basic subject-adjective sentence.

청중이 웃어요.

The audience is laughing.

Simple present tense.

청중이 박수를 쳐요.

The audience is clapping.

Object-verb construction.

청중은 조용해요.

The audience is quiet.

Topic marker usage.

청중이 노래를 들어요.

The audience listens to the song.

Basic SOV structure.

청중이 의자에 앉아 있어요.

The audience is sitting in chairs.

State of being (-아/어 있다).

청중이 정말 친절해요.

The audience is really kind.

Adverb '정말' modifying an adjective.

청중이 모두 나갔어요.

The audience all left.

Past tense verb.

청중이 강연을 열심히 듣고 있습니다.

The audience is listening to the lecture hard (attentively).

Present progressive (-고 있다).

연주가 끝나자 청중이 일어났습니다.

As soon as the performance ended, the audience stood up.

-자 (as soon as) connector.

청중의 반응이 아주 좋습니다.

The audience's reaction is very good.

Possessive marker -의.

가수는 청중에게 인사를 했습니다.

The singer bowed to the audience.

Dative particle -에게.

청중석에 빈자리가 없어요.

There are no empty seats in the audience area.

Compound word '청중석' (audience seats).

청중은 그의 이야기에 집중했습니다.

The audience focused on his story.

Verb '집중하다' (to focus).

오늘 청중은 대부분 학생들입니다.

Today's audience is mostly students.

Adverb '대부분' (mostly).

청중이 질문을 많이 했습니다.

The audience asked many questions.

Past tense '했습니다'.

연설가는 청중을 설득하기 위해 노력했다.

The speaker made an effort to persuade the audience.

-기 위해 (in order to).

그의 유머는 청중을 웃음바다로 만들었다.

His humor turned the audience into a sea of laughter.

Metaphor '웃음바다' (sea of laughter).

청중의 기대를 저버리지 않는 훌륭한 공연이었다.

It was a great performance that did not disappoint the audience's expectations.

Relative clause '-는'.

그는 청중 앞에서 긴장하지 않고 말을 잘한다.

He speaks well without getting nervous in front of the audience.

-지 않고 (without doing).

청중은 연주자의 감정에 깊이 공감했다.

The audience deeply empathized with the performer's emotions.

Adverb '깊이' (deeply).

갑작스러운 사고로 청중들이 당황하기 시작했다.

The audience began to feel flustered due to a sudden accident.

-하기 시작하다 (begin to).

청중의 뜨거운 박수가 강당 안에 울려 퍼졌다.

The audience's hot (enthusiastic) applause echoed through the hall.

Compound verb '울려 퍼지다' (echo/resonate).

청중을 매료시키는 비결이 무엇입니까?

What is the secret to captivating the audience?

Question form with '-습니까'.

청중의 심리를 파악하는 것이 성공적인 연설의 핵심이다.

Grasping the psychology of the audience is the key to a successful speech.

Gerund '-는 것' as subject.

그 공연은 청중과 연주자가 하나가 되는 특별한 경험이었다.

The performance was a special experience where the audience and the performer became one.

Relative clause '-는'.

청중의 수준이 높아짐에 따라 공연의 질도 향상되었다.

As the level of the audience rose, the quality of performances also improved.

-함에 따라 (according to/as ... happens).

그는 청중을 압도하는 카리스마를 지니고 있다.

He possesses a charisma that overwhelms the audience.

Verb '지니다' (to possess/carry).

청중의 비판적인 시각을 겸허히 받아들여야 합니다.

We must humbly accept the audience's critical perspective.

-어야 합니다 (must/should).

청중의 시선을 사로잡기 위해 화려한 의상을 입었다.

They wore colorful costumes to catch the audience's eye.

Idiom '시선을 사로잡다' (catch the eye).

청중은 그의 진심 어린 사과에 마음을 돌렸다.

The audience changed their minds (softened) at his sincere apology.

Idiom '마음을 돌리다' (change mind).

청중의 질문에 답변하는 과정에서 오해가 풀렸다.

In the process of answering the audience's questions, the misunderstanding was resolved.

-는 과정에서 (in the process of).

청중의 자발적인 참여는 강연의 역동성을 높여준다.

The voluntary participation of the audience increases the dynamism of the lecture.

Noun '역동성' (dynamism).

청중의 침묵은 때로 어떤 말보다 더 강력한 메시지를 전달한다.

The audience's silence sometimes conveys a more powerful message than any words.

Comparison '보다 더' (more than).

연설가는 청중의 지적 수준과 관심사를 철저히 분석해야 한다.

A speaker must thoroughly analyze the audience's intellectual level and interests.

Adverb '철저히' (thoroughly).

그 예술가는 청중의 고정관념을 깨뜨리는 파격적인 무대를 선보였다.

The artist presented an unconventional stage that shattered the audience's stereotypes.

Verb '선보이다' (to showcase).

청중의 환호성은 연주자에게 무엇과도 바꿀 수 없는 에너지원이다.

The audience's cheers are a source of energy for the performer that cannot be traded for anything.

Noun '에너지원' (energy source).

청중과의 정서적 유대감 형성이 소통의 본질이다.

Forming an emotional bond with the audience is the essence of communication.

Noun '유대감' (sense of bonding).

그는 청중을 선동하여 자신의 정치적 목적을 달성하려 했다.

He tried to achieve his political goals by instigating the audience.

-으려 하다 (try/intend to).

청중의 반응에 따라 연설의 수위를 조절하는 노련함이 필요하다.

One needs the skill to adjust the intensity of the speech according to the audience's reaction.

Noun '수위' (level/intensity).

청중이라는 거대한 집단 속에서 개별적 주체성은 종종 매몰되곤 한다.

Within the massive group called the audience, individual subjectivity is often buried.

-곤 하다 (habitual action).

현대 예술에서 청중은 더 이상 수동적인 관찰자에 머물지 않는다.

In modern art, the audience no longer remains as passive observers.

Negative '더 이상 ... 않다' (no longer).

청중의 무의식을 자극하는 상징적 기표들이 도처에 배치되어 있었다.

Symbolic signifiers stimulating the audience's unconscious were placed everywhere.

Passive '배치되어 있다' (to be placed).

작가는 청중의 기대 지평을 의도적으로 배반함으로써 새로운 미적 충격을 선사한다.

By intentionally betraying the audience's horizon of expectation, the author provides a new aesthetic shock.

-함으로써 (by doing).

청중의 열광은 때로 이성을 마비시키고 맹목적인 추종을 낳기도 한다.

The audience's enthusiasm sometimes paralyzes reason and gives birth to blind following.

Verb '낳다' (to give birth to/result in).

공연의 성패는 청중의 내면적 공명을 얼마나 이끌어내느냐에 달려 있다.

The success or failure of a performance depends on how much internal resonance it draws from the audience.

-느냐에 달려 있다 (depends on whether/how).

청중의 시선은 권력의 눈이 되어 연주자를 끊임없이 감시하고 평가한다.

The audience's gaze becomes the eye of power, constantly monitoring and evaluating the performer.

Metaphor '권력의 눈' (eye of power).

진정한 예술은 청중의 침묵 속에서 비로소 그 존재의 의미를 획득한다.

True art finally acquires the meaning of its existence within the silence of the audience.

Adverb '비로소' (finally/at last).

المرادفات

관객 관중 청취자 시청자 방청객 독자 군중 참석자

الأضداد

연사 발표자 연주자 사회자

تلازمات شائعة

청중을 압도하다

청중을 매료시키다

청중의 반응

청중의 박수

청중과 소통하다

청중석

수많은 청중

청중의 시선

청중을 설득하다

청중의 심리

العبارات الشائعة

청중 여러분

— A polite way to address the audience, like 'Ladies and Gentlemen'.

청중 여러분, 안녕하십니까?

청중을 사로잡다

— To captivate the audience's attention or heart.

그는 뛰어난 유머로 청중을 사로잡았다.

청중이 가득하다

— The audience area is full of people.

공연장에는 청중이 가득했다.

청중의 환호

— The cheering or enthusiastic response of the audience.

청중의 환호 속에 무대가 끝났다.

청중 평가단

— A panel of audience members who judge a performance.

청중 평가단의 점수가 공개되었다.

청중을 동원하다

— To gather or mobilize an audience (sometimes implies artificial gathering).

그 행사는 많은 청중을 동원했다.

청중의 눈높이

— The level of understanding or expectation of the audience.

청중의 눈높이에 맞춰 설명해 주세요.

청중을 웃기다

— To make the audience laugh.

그는 농담으로 청중을 웃겼다.

청중의 외면

— The audience ignoring or turning away from something.

그의 연설은 청중의 외면을 받았다.

청중의 공감

— The audience's empathy or agreement.

그의 이야기는 청중의 공감을 샀다.

يُخلط عادةً مع

청중 vs 관객

Use '관객' for visual arts like movies or plays. Use '청중' for listening-based events.

청중 vs 관중

Use '관중' specifically for sports fans at a stadium.

청중 vs 청취자

Use '청취자' for remote listeners (radio/podcasts). Use '청중' for those physically present.

تعبيرات اصطلاحية

"청중을 들었다 놨다 하다"

— To have the audience in the palm of one's hand; to control their emotions skillfully.

그 강사는 청중을 들었다 놨다 하며 강의를 진행했다.

Neutral/Colloquial

"청중의 마음을 훔치다"

— To steal the audience's heart; to be incredibly charming.

신인 가수가 감미로운 노래로 청중의 마음을 훔쳤다.

Literary

"청중을 얼어붙게 만들다"

— To make the audience freeze; to shock or terrify them.

그의 충격적인 발언은 청중을 얼어붙게 만들었다.

Neutral

"청중의 가슴에 불을 지피다"

— To set the audience's hearts on fire; to inspire great passion.

그의 연설은 청중의 가슴에 불을 지폈다.

Poetic

"청중의 넋을 빼놓다"

— To make the audience lose their souls; to completely entrance them.

화려한 춤사위가 청중의 넋을 빼놓았다.

Neutral

"청중의 입을 다물지 못하게 하다"

— To make the audience unable to close their mouths; to leave them speechless with amazement.

그의 마술은 청중의 입을 다물지 못하게 했다.

Neutral

"청중의 귀를 쫑긋 세우게 하다"

— To make the audience prick up their ears; to make them listen very carefully.

흥미로운 이야기가 청중의 귀를 쫑긋 세우게 했다.

Neutral

"청중의 눈과 귀가 되다"

— To be the eyes and ears of the audience; to represent their perspective.

기자는 청중의 눈과 귀가 되어 현장을 취재했다.

Formal

"청중의 비위를 맞추다"

— To cater to the audience's whims or tastes (often negatively implying pandering).

그는 청중의 비위를 맞추기에만 급급했다.

Neutral

"청중의 찬물을 끼얹다"

— To pour cold water on the audience; to ruin the mood.

분위기 없는 농담이 청중의 찬물을 끼얹었다.

Neutral

سهل الخلط

청중 vs 군중

Both refer to a crowd.

'군중' is a generic, unorganized crowd. '청중' is a group organized specifically to listen.

경찰이 군중을 해산시켰다. (Police dispersed the crowd.)

청중 vs 대중

Both refer to a large group of people.

'대중' refers to 'the public' or 'masses' in a broad societal sense (e.g., mass media).

그는 대중의 인기를 먹고 산다. (He lives off public popularity.)

청중 vs 시청자

Both involve consuming content.

'시청자' is for TV/video. '청중' is for live listening.

시청자 게시판에 글을 남겼다. (I left a post on the viewer bulletin board.)

청중 vs 방청객

Both are present at an event.

'방청객' is specifically for guests at a recording or a trial.

방청객들이 박수로 환영했다. (The recording guests welcomed with applause.)

청중 vs 독자

Both are consumers of information.

'독자' is for reading. '청중' is for listening.

작가는 독자와의 만남을 가졌다. (The author had a meeting with readers.)

أنماط الجُمل

청중이 [Adjective]아요/어요.

청중이 많아요.

청중이 [Verb]고 있어요.

청중이 박수를 치고 있어요.

[Noun]은 청중을 [Verb]게 한다.

그 노래는 청중을 슬프게 한다.

청중의 [Noun]을 파악하다.

청중의 심리를 파악하다.

청중과의 [Noun] 형성이 중요하다.

청중과의 유대감 형성이 중요하다.

청중이라는 [Noun] 속에서...

청중이라는 거대한 집단 속에서...

청중 앞에서 [Verb]기란 쉽지 않다.

청중 앞에서 연설하기란 쉽지 않다.

청중석에 [Noun]이/가 있다/없다.

청중석에 빈자리가 없어요.

عائلة الكلمة

الأسماء

청중석 (Audience seating)

청중단 (Audience group/panel)

청취자 (Listener - radio/remote)

관중 (Spectator - sports)

الأفعال

청강하다 (To audit a lecture/to listen to a talk)

경청하다 (To listen attentively)

청취하다 (To listen/receive a broadcast)

الصفات

청중 친화적인 (Audience-friendly)

청중 지향적인 (Audience-oriented)

مرتبط

강연 (Lecture)

연설 (Speech)

음악회 (Concert)

소통 (Communication)

박수 (Applause)

سجّل مجاناً لرؤية جميع الأمثلة

كيفية الاستخدام

frequency

Common in media, academic, and professional contexts; moderately common in daily speech when referring to events.

أخطاء شائعة

Using '청중' at a movie theater. → 영화관에 관객이 많아요.
'청중' is for listeners. Moviegoers are primarily viewers, so '관객' is the correct term.
Using '청중' for radio listeners. → 라디오 청취자 여러분.
'청중' implies physical presence. For radio or remote listening, use '청취자'.
Using '청중' for sports fans. → 경기장에 관중이 가득해요.
Sports spectators are always '관중'. '청중' sounds out of place in a stadium.
Overusing the plural marker '-들'. → 청중의 반응이 좋았다.
While not wrong, '청중' is already a collective noun. '청중들' can sound a bit repetitive in formal writing.
Confusing '청중' with '대중'. → 대중 문화 (Mass culture) vs 청중의 박수 (Audience's applause).
'대중' refers to the general public/masses. '청중' is a specific group at an event.

نصائح

Focus on the Ears

Whenever the primary activity of the group is listening (music, speech, lecture), '청중' is your go-to word. This helps you sound precise and professional.

Collective Noun Logic

Treat '청중' like a single unit in most cases. You don't always need the plural '-들' because the word itself already means a crowd.

Address with Respect

If you ever have to speak in Korean, addressing people as '청중 여러분' will instantly make you sound more polite and educated.

Music vs. Theater

In a musical theater performance, you can use both '관객' and '청중', but '관객' is more common because of the visual spectacle. Use '청중' for a symphony.

Hanja Hint

Remember that 'Cheong' (청) is the same 'Cheong' as in 'Cheong-ryeok' (hearing ability). If they are using their 'Cheong-ryeok', they are 'Cheong-jung'.

Descriptive Adjectives

Pair '청중' with '뜨거운' (hot/enthusiastic) to describe a great reaction. '뜨거운 청중의 반응' is a very common and natural phrase.

Pause for Effect

When saying '청중 여러분', a slight pause after '여러분' makes the address sound more dramatic and professional.

News Keywords

When you hear '청중' on the news, listen for the next word—it's usually about how many people there were or how they reacted.

Active Listening

In Korean culture, a 'good 청중' is quiet but responsive. Use this word when discussing how to be respectful in a Korean lecture.

No Sports!

Never use '청중' for sports. It's a common mistake that sounds very 'foreign'. Always use '관중' for the stadium crowd.

احفظها

وسيلة تذكّر

Think of 'Cheong' (청) as 'Chant' and 'Jung' (중) as 'Jungle'. Imagine a large 'Jungle' crowd listening to a 'Chant'.

ربط بصري

Imagine a giant ear (청) floating over a crowd of people (중).

Word Web

청중 (Audience) 박수 (Applause) 강연 (Lecture) 경청 (Attentive listening) 환호 (Cheers) 침묵 (Silence) 감동 (Being moved) 소통 (Communication)

تحدٍّ

Try to use '청중' in a sentence describing your favorite TED talk or concert experience.

أصل الكلمة

Derived from Sino-Korean (Hanja) roots.

المعنى الأصلي: 聽 (청 - to listen/hear) + 衆 (중 - many/masses/crowd).

Sino-Korean

السياق الثقافي

When addressing an audience in Korea, always use the honorific form '청중 여러분' to avoid sounding rude or overly casual.

In English, 'audience' is much broader. English speakers often struggle to remember to switch to '관객' for movies or '관중' for sports.

The '청중 평가단' (Audience judging panel) is a staple feature of popular Korean singing competition shows like 'I Am a Singer'. Famous speeches by figures like Kim Gu or modern leaders are often analyzed by their effect on the '청중'. Traditional Pansori performances where the '청중' plays a vital role in the performance rhythm.

تدرّب في الحياة الواقعية

سياقات واقعية

At a Concert

청중의 환호
청중을 매료시키다
청중과 호흡하다
청중이 앙코르를 외치다

During a Speech/Lecture

청중의 집중
청중을 설득하다
청중의 질문
청중의 눈높이

In News Reporting

수천 명의 청중
청중이 운집하다
청중의 반응을 살피다
청중에게 감동을 주다

In an Auditorium

청중석을 채우다
청중의 소란
청중을 안내하다
청중의 입장

Singing Competitions

청중 평가단
청중의 투표
청중을 울리다
청중의 선택

بدايات محادثة

"어제 강연에 청중이 얼마나 왔나요? (How many audience members came to the lecture yesterday?)"

"청중의 반응이 어땠는지 궁금해요. (I'm curious about how the audience's reaction was.)"

"청중을 사로잡는 가장 좋은 방법이 뭐라고 생각하세요? (What do you think is the best way to captivate an audience?)"

"연주자가 청중과 소통하는 모습이 인상적이었어요. (It was impressive to see the performer interacting with the audience.)"

"청중 앞에서 말할 때 긴장하지 않는 비결이 있나요? (Do you have a secret to not getting nervous when speaking in front of an audience?)"

مواضيع للكتابة اليومية

오늘 내가 청중의 한 사람으로서 느꼈던 가장 감동적인 순간은 언제였나? (When was the most touching moment I felt as one of the audience members today?)

내가 만약 수천 명의 청중 앞에서 연설을 한다면 어떤 주제로 말하고 싶은가? (If I were to give a speech in front of thousands of audience members, what topic would I want to speak about?)

좋은 청중이 되기 위해 갖춰야 할 태도는 무엇이라고 생각하는가? (What attitude do you think one should have to be a good audience member?)

청중의 반응에 따라 내 기분이 어떻게 달라졌는지 기록해 보자. (Let's record how my mood changed according to the audience's reaction.)

최근에 본 공연에서 청중과 연주자가 어떻게 하나가 되었는가? (In a recent performance you saw, how did the audience and the performer become one?)

الأسئلة الشائعة

10 أسئلة

No, you should use '관객' (Gwangyek). '청중' is specifically for listening events like concerts or lectures. Using '청중' for a movie would sound like the people are only there to hear the audio, not watch the film.

Both are correct, but '청중' is a collective noun that already implies a group. You only need to use '청중들' if you want to emphasize the individual people within the audience. In formal writing, '청중' is usually sufficient.

'청중' are people physically present at a live event. '청취자' are people listening remotely, usually via radio, podcasts, or audio streams. If you can see them from the stage, they are '청중'.

The most common and polite way is to say '청중 여러분' (Cheongjung yeoreobun). This is used by MCs and speakers to address the audience formally.

Yes, it is quite formal. In a very casual conversation with friends, you might just say '사람들' (people), but '청중' is the standard word for any professional or artistic context.

Yes, but it usually implies a public or semi-public setting. If you are just talking to three friends, you wouldn't call them '청중'. It is typically used for a larger gathering in a hall or auditorium.

Common verbs include '압도하다' (overwhelm), '사로잡다' (captivate), '매료시키다' (fascinate), and '소통하다' (communicate). For the audience's actions, use '박수치다' (clap) and '경청하다' (listen attentively).

No, '시청자' (Sicheongja) is the correct word for video viewers. Even though they are listening, the primary medium is video, so '시청자' is preferred.

'청중석' (Cheongjung-seok) refers to the seating area or the 'house' where the audience sits during a performance or lecture.

No, for sports, you must use '관중' (Gwanjung). This word specifically refers to spectators at a match or game.

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