대회
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- 대회 (dae-hoe) means 'competition' or 'tournament' and is used for large, organized events rather than small private matches.
- It is a noun that often combines with other words (e.g., 축구 대회) and takes particles like -에 (to) and -에서 (in/at).
- The word implies a grand scale and formal structure, originating from the Hanja for 'Big' and 'Meeting'.
- Common verbs used with it include 참가하다 (to participate), 우승하다 (to win), and 개최하다 (to host).
The Korean word 대회 (Dae-hoe) is a foundational noun that English speakers typically translate as 'competition,' 'contest,' 'tournament,' or 'convention.' At its linguistic core, it is derived from two Hanja (Sino-Korean) characters: 大 (대 - big/grand) and 會 (회 - meeting/gathering). Therefore, the literal meaning is a 'grand gathering.' Unlike smaller-scale words for matches or games, 대회 implies a level of organization, scale, and often a formal prize or recognition at the end. It is the go-to word when you are talking about something larger than a simple friendly match between two people. For instance, a school-wide spelling bee, a national taekwondo championship, or an international film festival would all be categorized under this term.
- Scale and Scope
- When you use 대회, you are signaling to the listener that the event has a structured bracket, a set of rules, and likely multiple participants or teams. It is rarely used for a one-off game of rock-paper-scissors, unless that game is part of a massive, organized event.
- Professionalism
- The word carries a certain weight of prestige. Whether it is an 'e-sports 대회' or a 'writing 대회,' there is an implication that the participants have prepared specifically for this moment. It is the culmination of practice and effort.
내일 학교에서 수학 대회가 열려요. (A math competition is being held at school tomorrow.)
In everyday life, you will encounter this word in news headlines, school posters, and sports broadcasts. If you are a fan of K-pop or Korean culture, you might hear about '아이돌 육상 대회' (Idol Star Athletics Championships), which is a famous annual event. The versatility of 대회 allows it to attach to almost any subject matter—music, art, sports, science, or even beauty. It is the umbrella term that organizes human competitive spirit into a formal structure.
이번 테니스 대회의 우승자는 누구인가요? (Who is the winner of this tennis tournament?)
Furthermore, 대회 can also refer to large-scale conferences or summits, though this is slightly more formal. For example, a '세계 여성 대회' (World Women's Conference) uses the same word. In this context, it moves away from 'competition' and toward the literal 'grand gathering' meaning. However, for a learner at the A2 level, focusing on the 'competition' or 'contest' aspect will cover 90% of your daily interactions. Whether you are watching a cooking show or talking about your hobby, 대회 is the essential word for any organized challenge.
- Common Verbs Used with 대회
- 대회에 참가하다: To participate in a competition.
- 대회를 개최하다: To host/hold a competition.
- 대회에서 우승하다: To win first place in a competition.
그는 전국 노래 대회에서 1등을 했습니다. (He won first place in the national singing contest.)
Finally, remember that 대회 implies a public or semi-public nature. It’s not something that happens privately between two friends in a living room. It requires an audience, a stage (physical or metaphorical), and a sense of occasion. When you hear this word, think of the excitement, the nerves, and the glory of a structured event where people strive to be the best in their field.
Using 대회 correctly requires understanding its grammatical placement and the specific particles that typically accompany it. As a noun, it functions as the subject, object, or part of a prepositional phrase. The most common particle you will see with 대회 is -에 (to/in), used when you are participating in or going to a competition. For example, '대회에 나가다' (to go out to/enter a competition) is a very natural way to express participation.
- As an Object
- When you are the organizer or the observer, you use the object markers -을/를. Example: '우리는 이번 대회를 준비하고 있어요' (We are preparing for this competition).
- As a Subject
- When the competition itself is doing something (like starting or being difficult), use -가/이. Example: '대회가 생각보다 힘들었어요' (The competition was harder than I thought).
어떤 대회에 참가하고 싶으세요? (Which competition do you want to participate in?)
One of the most powerful ways to use 대회 is by prefixing it with the specific type of event. Korean is a very agglutinative language, meaning words stick together. You don't always need a space between the subject and the word '대회' in common compound nouns. For instance, 축구대회 (soccer tournament), 요리대회 (cooking contest), and 말하기대회 (speech contest) are used as single concepts. This makes your Korean sound much more fluent and natural than saying '축구의 대회'.
그는 수영 대회에서 금메달을 땄습니다. (He won a gold medal in the swimming competition.)
Another important aspect is the use of the particle -에서 (at/in). While -에 is used for the destination or target of participation, -에서 is used when describing an action that happens within the context of the competition, such as winning a prize or making a mistake. '대회에서 1등 했어요' (I got 1st place in the competition) is the correct way to describe the result. If you use '-에' here, it sounds like you are saying 'I did 1st place to the competition,' which is incorrect.
이번 대회는 규모가 아주 큽니다. (This competition is very large in scale.)
Finally, consider the verb 열리다 (to be held/opened). This is the passive form of '열다' (to open). You will often see the sentence structure '[Event Name] 대회가 열리다'. This is the standard way to announce that a competition is taking place. For example, '서울에서 마라톤 대회가 열립니다' (A marathon competition is being held in Seoul). Mastering these three verbs—참가하다/나가다, 우승하다, and 열리다—will allow you to handle almost any conversation regarding competitions in Korean.
The word 대회 is ubiquitous in Korean society, reflecting a culture that often emphasizes excellence and achievement. You will hear it most frequently in the following environments: schools, sports media, corporate settings, and television entertainment. In Korean schools, from elementary to high school, 대회 are a constant presence. Whether it's a science fair (과학 대회), a drawing contest (미술 대회), or a sports day (체육 대회), students are constantly encouraged to participate to build their 'spec' (specifications/resume).
- Television and Media
- Turn on any Korean variety show, and you are likely to see a competition format. Programs like 'K-pop Star' or 'Show Me The Money' are essentially massive, televised 대회. The terminology used by the hosts—'이번 대회의 우승 후보' (the candidate for winner of this competition)—is standard professional Korean.
- The World of E-sports
- Korea is the mecca of e-sports. If you follow games like League of Legends or StarCraft, you will hear the word 대회 constantly. Commentators will shout about the '세계 대회' (World Championship) or '지역 대회' (Regional Tournament).
“이번 대회의 상금은 얼마인가요?” (How much is the prize money for this competition?)
In a corporate or professional context, 대회 might refer to an '아이디어 대회' (idea contest/hackathon) where employees pitch new products. It can also refer to industry-wide conventions. If you are walking through a convention center like COEX in Seoul, you will see banners for '국제 대회' (International Conventions/Competitions) everywhere. The word carries a sense of formality and public importance in these settings.
“저는 작년에 한국어 말하기 대회에 나갔어요.” (I entered a Korean speech contest last year.)
Lastly, in the news, you will hear about 대회 in a political or social sense. '전당 대회' (National Convention) is the term used for political party gatherings to elect leaders. While this is a more advanced usage, it shows how the word 대회 scales from a small local 'kid's drawing contest' to the highest levels of national governance. As a learner, simply being aware that 대회 is the 'main event' will help you navigate posters, news snippets, and casual conversations about hobbies or sports.
While 대회 is a relatively straightforward word, English speakers often run into trouble by confusing it with other similar Korean terms like 경기 (gyeong-gi), 시합 (si-hap), or 게임 (ge-im). The most frequent mistake is using 대회 to refer to a single match. If you are playing one game of soccer with your friends, you cannot call it a '축구 대회'. A 대회 is the entire tournament consisting of many games.
- 대회 vs. 경기
- Mistake: "오늘 축구 대회가 재미있었어요." (when referring to one match).
Correction: "오늘 축구 경기가 재미있었어요."
Explanation: '경기' refers to a single sports match or game. '대회' is the event that contains the match. - 대회 vs. 시합
- Mistake: "친구랑 테니스 대회를 했어요."
Correction: "친구랑 테니스 시합을 했어요."
Explanation: '시합' is used for a head-to-head contest or match between two parties. '대회' is too grand for just two friends.
Don't say: “어제 친구랑 게임 대회를 했어요” unless you organized a 20-person bracket in your backyard!
Another common error involves the particle choice. As mentioned in the usage section, using -에 versus -에서 is a frequent stumbling block. Remember: 대회에 is for the direction of your participation (going to/entering), while 대회에서 is for the location/context of an action (winning, playing, performing). If you say '대회에 1등 했어요,' it sounds like you were trying to give the '1st place' to the competition as a gift.
Finally, be careful with the verb 하다 (to do). While you can 'do' a competition, it is much more natural to use 참가하다 (to participate) or 열리다 (to be held). Saying '대회를 했어요' is grammatically okay but can be ambiguous—did you host it, or did you participate in it? Being specific with your verbs will make your Korean much clearer and prevent confusion.
Correct: “대회를 열었어요” (I hosted the competition) vs. “대회에 나갔어요” (I entered the competition).
To truly master the concept of 대회, you should understand the nuances of its synonyms and related terms. Depending on the formality, the subject matter, and the goal of the event, different words might be more appropriate. In Korean, precision in word choice reflects your level of education and social awareness. Below are the most common alternatives and how they differ from 대회.
- 공모전 (Gong-mo-jeon)
- This refers to a 'contest' or 'public competition,' usually involving the submission of a work (like an essay, a design, or a business plan). While a 대회 might involve physical presence (like a race), a 공모전 is usually remote and submission-based.
- 경연 (Gyeong-yeon)
- This is a more formal or artistic term for a 'performance competition.' You will see this used for traditional music, dance, or high-end talent shows. It emphasizes the 'performance' (演) aspect.
- 시합 (Si-hap) & 경기 (Gyeong-gi)
- As discussed, these refer to individual matches or games. If 대회 is the 'World Cup,' then 경기 is the match between Korea and Brazil.
“이번 디자인 공모전에 작품을 제출했어요.” (I submitted a work to this design contest.)
Another interesting term is 콘테스트 (Con-te-seu-teu). This is the English loanword for 'contest.' It is often used for less formal or more 'Western-style' events, like a beauty contest (미인 콘테스트) or a small-scale hobbyist competition. However, 대회 remains the more 'standard' and formal Korean term. If you are writing a formal document, always prefer 대회 over the loanword.
Finally, for very large international gatherings, you might see 총회 (Chong-hoe). This means 'General Assembly.' It is used for things like the UN General Assembly (UN 총회). While it shares the 'grand gathering' DNA of 대회, it is strictly for administrative or legislative meetings rather than competitions. Understanding these distinctions will help you choose the right word for the right occasion, making your Korean sound sophisticated and precise.
“그는 피아노 경연에서 훌륭한 연주를 선보였습니다.” (He showed a great performance at the piano competition.)
أمثلة حسب المستوى
내일 노래 대회가 있어요.
There is a singing contest tomorrow.
대회 (noun) + 가 (subject particle) + 있어요 (to be/exist).
그림 대회에 나가고 싶어요.
I want to enter the drawing contest.
대회 (noun) + 에 (to) + 나가다 (to go out/enter).
이 대회는 아주 커요.
This competition is very big.
이 (this) + 대회 (noun) + 는 (topic particle).
축구 대회를 봐요.
I watch the soccer tournament.
축구 (soccer) + 대회 (tournament) + 를 (object particle).
우리 학교 대회예요.
It is our school's competition.
우리 (our) + 학교 (school) + 대회 (competition) + 예요 (is).
누가 대회에 와요?
Who is coming to the competition?
누가 (who) + 대회 (competition) + 에 (to) + 와요 (comes).
대회 상금이 뭐예요?
What is the competition prize?
대회 (competition) + 상금 (prize money) + 이 (subject particle).
어제 대회가 끝났어요.
The competition finished yesterday.
어제 (yesterday) + 대회 (competition) + 가 (subject particle) + 끝났어요 (finished).
이번 수영 대회에서 1등을 했어요.
I got first place in this swimming competition.
대회 (competition) + 에서 (at/in) + 1등을 하다 (to get 1st place).
요리 대회에 참가하는 것이 제 꿈이에요.
Participating in a cooking contest is my dream.
참가하는 것 (participating) + 이 (subject particle) + 꿈 (dream).
무슨 대회를 준비하고 있어요?
What competition are you preparing for?
준비하고 있다 (to be preparing).
전국 마라톤 대회가 다음 달에 열립니다.
A national marathon competition will be held next month.
열립니다 (is held - formal polite).
대회 규칙을 잘 읽어 보세요.
Please read the competition rules carefully.
규칙 (rules) + 을 (object particle) + 읽어 보세요 (please try reading).
그는 테니스 대회에서 아주 잘 쳤어요.
He played very well in the tennis tournament.
잘 쳤어요 (played well - specifically for sports using rackets/clubs).
대회 장소가 어디인지 아세요?
Do you know where the competition venue is?
장소 (place/venue) + 가 (subject particle) + 어디인지 (where it is).
우리는 대회 준비로 바빠요.
We are busy with competition preparations.
준비 (preparation) + 로 (with/due to).
이번 대회는 규모가 예년보다 훨씬 큽니다.
This competition is much larger in scale than in previous years.
예년보다 (than previous years) + 훨씬 (much/far).
대회에 참가하기 위해 매일 연습했습니다.
I practiced every day in order to participate in the competition.
-기 위해 (in order to).
그 대회의 우승 후보로 거론되고 있습니다.
He is being mentioned as a candidate for the winner of that competition.
거론되고 있다 (to be being mentioned/discussed).
대회 당일에는 긴장하지 않는 것이 중요해요.
It is important not to be nervous on the day of the competition.
당일 (the very day) + 긴장하지 않는 것 (not being nervous).
한국어 말하기 대회에서 대상을 받았습니다.
I won the grand prize in the Korean speech contest.
대상 (grand prize) + 을 받다 (to receive).
대회 일정이 갑자기 변경되었습니다.
The competition schedule has been suddenly changed.
일정 (schedule) + 변경되었습니다 (has been changed).
다양한 국적의 사람들이 이 대회에 모였습니다.
People of various nationalities gathered for this competition.
다양한 국적 (various nationalities) + 모였습니다 (gathered).
대회 운영진은 공정한 심사를 약속했습니다.
The competition organizers promised a fair judging process.
운영진 (organizers/staff) + 공정한 심사 (fair judging).
이번 대회는 청소년들의 창의력을 겨루는 자리입니다.
This competition is a place to compete for the creativity of youth.
겨루는 (competing) + 자리 (place/spot).
대회 참가를 통해 많은 경험을 쌓을 수 있었습니다.
I was able to gain a lot of experience through participating in the competition.
통해 (through) + 경험을 쌓다 (to build experience).
대회 규정을 위반할 경우 실격 처리됩니다.
If you violate the competition regulations, you will be disqualified.
위반하다 (to violate) + 실격 처리되다 (to be processed as disqualified).
그는 세계 바둑 대회에서 전설적인 기록을 세웠습니다.
He set a legendary record in the world Go championship.
전설적인 기록 (legendary record) + 세우다 (to set/establish).
대회의 성공적인 개최를 위해 후원사를 모집하고 있습니다.
We are recruiting sponsors for the successful hosting of the competition.
성공적인 개최 (successful hosting) + 후원사 (sponsor).
이 대회는 30년의 전통을 자랑하는 유서 깊은 행사입니다.
This competition is a historic event boasting a 30-year tradition.
전통을 자랑하는 (boasting tradition) + 유서 깊은 (historic).
대회 분위기가 고조되면서 관중들의 환호가 커졌습니다.
As the competition atmosphere heightened, the cheers of the audience grew louder.
분위기가 고조되다 (atmosphere heightens) + 환호 (cheers).
참가자들은 대회 내내 정정당당하게 승부했습니다.
The participants competed fairly and squarely throughout the competition.
내내 (throughout) + 정정당당하게 (fairly and squarely).
이번 전당 대회는 당의 향후 진로를 결정하는 분수령이 될 것입니다.
This national convention will be a watershed moment that decides the party's future course.
전당 대회 (national party convention) + 분수령 (watershed moment).
대회의 공정성을 확보하기 위해 외부 심사위원을 초빙했습니다.
In order to secure the fairness of the competition, external judges were invited.
공정성을 확보하다 (to secure fairness) + 초빙하다 (to invite formally).
그는 이번 대회를 끝으로 현역 은퇴를 선언할 예정입니다.
He plans to announce his retirement from active duty following this competition.
끝으로 (as the end) + 현역 은퇴 (active duty retirement).
대회의 취지에 부합하지 않는 참가자는 배제될 수 있습니다.
Participants who do not meet the purpose of the competition may be excluded.
취지에 부합하다 (to match the purpose) + 배제되다 (to be excluded).
국제 학술 대회에서 그의 논문이 큰 반향을 일으켰습니다.
His paper caused a great sensation at the international academic conference.
학술 대회 (academic conference) + 반향을 일으키다 (to cause a sensation).
대회 주최 측의 미숙한 운영으로 인해 참가자들의 항의가 빗발쳤습니다.
Due to the immature management of the competition organizers, protests from participants poured in.
미숙한 운영 (immature/unskilled management) + 빗발치다 (to pour in like rain).
이번 대회는 인류의 평화와 공영을 모색하는 장이 될 것입니다.
This convention will be a forum for seeking peace and co-prosperity for humanity.
공영을 모색하다 (to seek co-prosperity) + 장 (forum/place).
대회 상금의 일부를 사회복지 단체에 기부하기로 결정했습니다.
It was decided to donate a portion of the competition prize money to a social welfare organization.
사회복지 단체 (social welfare organization) + 기부하다 (to donate).
역사적 사명을 띠고 개최된 이번 대회는 민족의 단합을 과시했습니다.
This convention, held with a historical mission, showcased the unity of the nation.
사명을 띠다 (to bear a mission) + 과시하다 (to showcase/flaunt).
대회의 성격이 경쟁보다는 화합에 치중되어 있다는 평가가 지배적입니다.
The dominant evaluation is that the nature of the convention is focused more on harmony than competition.
치중되어 있다 (to be focused/weighted) + 지배적이다 (to be dominant).
그는 대회 도중 불의의 부상을 입었음에도 불구하고 투혼을 발휘했습니다.
Despite suffering an unexpected injury during the competition, he displayed a fighting spirit.
불의의 부상 (unexpected injury) + 투혼을 발휘하다 (to display fighting spirit).
대회의 권위가 예전만 못하다는 비판의 목소리가 높습니다.
There are loud voices of criticism that the authority of the competition is not what it used to be.
권위 (authority) + 예전만 못하다 (to not be as good as before).
이번 대회를 기점으로 양국 간의 문화 교류가 더욱 활발해질 전망입니다.
It is expected that cultural exchange between the two countries will become more active starting from this convention.
기점으로 (as a starting point) + 전망이다 (is a prospect/outlook).
대회의 원활한 진행을 위해 만반의 준비를 갖추어야 합니다.
In order for the competition to proceed smoothly, we must make thorough preparations.
원활한 진행 (smooth progress) + 만반의 준비 (thorough/all possible preparations).
그 대회의 이면에는 정치적 이해관계가 복잡하게 얽혀 있습니다.
Behind that convention, political interests are complexly intertwined.
이면 (the back side/behind) + 이해관계 (interests) + 얽혀 있다 (to be intertwined).
대회 참가는 단순히 승패를 떠나 자기 수양의 과정이기도 합니다.
Participating in a competition is a process of self-discipline, beyond simple victory or defeat.
승패를 떠나 (leaving aside victory or defeat) + 자기 수양 (self-discipline).
تلازمات شائعة
العبارات الشائعة
— To enter or participate in a competition. Very common in spoke
Summary
The word <span class='font-bold'>대회</span> is your essential term for any formal contest or tournament. For example, <span class='italic'>'이번 한국어 말하기 대회에 참가해요'</span> (I am participating in this Korean speech contest). Use it when the event involves many people and a structured prize or ranking.
- 대회 (dae-hoe) means 'competition' or 'tournament' and is used for large, organized events rather than small private matches.
- It is a noun that often combines with other words (e.g., 축구 대회) and takes particles like -에 (to) and -에서 (in/at).
- The word implies a grand scale and formal structure, originating from the Hanja for 'Big' and 'Meeting'.
- Common verbs used with it include 참가하다 (to participate), 우승하다 (to win), and 개최하다 (to host).
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입체적
B2له تأثير ثلاثي الأبعاد أو فحص شيء ما من وجهات نظر متعددة.
~에 관해
B1تعبير يعني 'عن' أو 'بخصوص'. يُستخدم في السياقات الرسمية لتقديم موضوع معين.
~에 대하여
A2بخصوص أو فيما يتعلق بموضوع معين. 'نحن نتحدث عن المستقبل.'
~대해
A2تعني 'عن' أو 'بخصوص'. تُستخدم لتحديد موضوع الحديث أو التفكير.
~에 관하여
A2فيما يتعلق بـ أو حول موضوع ما. يستخدم في المواقف الرسمية مثل التقارير أو الخطب.
~에 대해(서)
A1يشير إلى موضوع أو مسألة المناقشة، بمعنى 'عن' أو 'بخصوص'. يتم استخدامه عادة مع أفعال مثل التحدث أو التفكير.
무엇보다
A2قبل كل شيء؛ أكثر من أي شيء آخر.
결석생
A2A student who is absent from class.
추상화하다
B2يُجرد: النظر في شيء ما نظرياً أو بشكل منفصل عن واقعه المادي.
추상
A2Abstraction; the quality of dealing with ideas rather than events.