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A2 adjective #400 الأكثر شيوعاً 8 دقيقة للقراءة

낮은

najeun الأكثر شيوعاً #400

تدرّب عليها أمثلة ملاحظات ونصائح 낮은 في 30 ثانية

الشرح 낮은 in your Level:

At the A1 level, learners should understand '낮은' as the opposite of '높은' (high). It is primarily used to describe physical objects that are not tall. Think of furniture like a 'low table' (낮은 탁자) or a 'low bed' (낮은 침대). At this stage, you don't need to worry about complex social meanings. Just focus on using it to describe things you can see and touch. Remember that '낮은' comes before the noun. If you want to say 'The mountain is low,' you say '산이 낮아요.' If you want to say 'a low mountain,' you say '낮은 산.' This distinction between the sentence-ending form and the noun-modifying form is the most important grammar point for beginners.

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At the A2 level, you expand your use of '낮은' to include numerical values and common abstract concepts. You will use it to talk about the weather ('low temperature' - 낮은 기온), school ('low score' - 낮은 점수), and prices ('low price' - 낮은 가격). You should also begin to recognize it in auditory contexts, such as 'a low voice' (낮은 목소리). At this level, you should be careful not to confuse '낮은' with '작은' (small). For example, a person is '작은' (short/small), but a hill is '낮은'. Learning these collocations (words that naturally go together) will help you sound more like a native speaker.

At the B1 level, '낮은' starts appearing in more professional and social contexts. You will encounter it in discussions about 'low probability' (낮은 확률), 'low efficiency' (낮은 효율), and 'low quality' (낮은 품질). You should be able to use it in comparative sentences, such as 'This product has a lower price but higher quality' (이 제품은 가격은 낮지만 품질은 높아요). You also begin to see the metaphorical use of '낮은 자세' (a low/humble posture), which is common in business and leadership. Your understanding of the word should move from simple physical descriptions to more evaluative and analytical descriptions.

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At the B2 level, you should be comfortable using '낮은' in academic and formal settings. This includes discussing economic indicators like 'low growth rate' (낮은 성장률) or 'low birth rate' (낮은 출산율). You will also encounter it in literature or news to describe social strata or historical hierarchies ('low social class' - 낮은 계급). At this stage, you should be able to distinguish '낮은' from more specific synonyms like '저렴한' (cheap) or '얕은' (shallow) and choose the most precise word for your context. You should also be able to use the adverbial form '낮게' and the noun form '낮음' fluently in your writing.

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At the C1 level, your use of '낮은' should reflect a deep understanding of nuance and tone. You might use it to describe subtle aspects of art or music, such as 'low-frequency sounds' (낮은 주파수) or 'low-key lighting' in film. You will also use it in complex social critiques, discussing 'low awareness' (낮은 인식) of social issues or 'low self-esteem' (낮은 자존감). At this level, you are expected to understand how '낮은' interacts with formal Hanja-based synonyms (like '저-' in '저기압' for low pressure) and use them interchangeably depending on the register of your conversation or writing.

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At the C2 level, '낮은' is used with complete native-like precision, often in philosophical or highly specialized contexts. You might discuss 'low-entropy states' in physics or 'low-level programming' in computer science. You understand the historical weight of the word in Korean class structures and can use it to analyze literature or historical texts. You can also play with the word in creative writing, using it to set a mood or create a specific metaphor. Your mastery includes knowing all the idiomatic expressions and being able to explain the subtle differences between '낮은' and its most obscure synonyms to other learners.

سجّل مجاناً لقراءة الشرح الكامل

تدرّب عليها أمثلة ملاحظات ونصائح

낮은 في 30 ثانية

낮은 is the adjective form of 낮다, meaning 'low' in height, value, or pitch.
It always comes before a noun to modify it (e.g., 낮은 산 - low mountain).
It is used for physical height, prices, scores, temperatures, and social status.
The direct opposite is 높은 (high), and it should not be confused with 작은 (small).

The Korean adjective 낮은 (naj-eun) is the attributive form of the base verb/adjective 낮다 (naj-da). At its core, it describes something that lacks height, depth, or intensity when compared to a standard or a surrounding environment. While English speakers often use 'low' for a variety of contexts, Korean speakers use 낮은 specifically for physical elevation, numerical values, and social or qualitative statuses. Understanding this word requires looking beyond just 'not high' and seeing how it functions as a modifier for nouns in everyday life.

Physical Elevation: When describing geography or furniture, 낮은 indicates that the object is close to the ground. For example, a 'low hill' is 낮은 언덕 and a 'low table' is 낮은 탁자. This is the most literal application of the word and is taught early to learners.

이 산은 매우 낮은 산이라서 누구나 쉽게 올라갈 수 있습니다. (This mountain is a very low mountain, so anyone can easily climb it.)

Numerical and Abstract Values: Beyond physical height, 낮은 is used for scores, prices, temperatures, and probabilities. If you receive a 'low grade,' it is a 낮은 점수. If the 'temperature is low,' it is 낮은 기온. This abstract usage is crucial for discussing economics, weather, and personal achievements.

그는 낮은 목소리로 비밀을 속삭였습니다. (He whispered the secret in a low voice.)

Social and Qualitative Status: In more formal or historical contexts, 낮은 describes social rank or quality. A 'low position' in a company is 낮은 직급, and 'low quality' is 낮은 품질. This usage reflects the hierarchical nature of Korean society where vertical metaphors are common for status.

가격이 낮은 제품은 품질도 낮을 가능성이 큽니다. (Products with low prices are highly likely to have low quality as well.)

우리는 낮은 확률에도 불구하고 도전을 멈추지 않았습니다. (Despite the low probability, we did not stop challenging ourselves.)

In summary, 낮은 is a versatile adjective that covers physical height, numerical data, sound pitch, and social hierarchy. Its usage is pervasive across all levels of Korean communication, from simple descriptions of furniture to complex economic analyses. Mastering this word involves recognizing that it is the modifier form used before nouns, whereas 낮다 is used at the end of a sentence to say 'is low'.

Using 낮은 correctly requires an understanding of Korean adjective conjugation. Since 낮은 is the attributive form, it must always be followed by a noun. If you want to say 'The price is low,' you would use the verb form 낮다 (e.g., 가격이 낮아요). However, if you want to say 'a low price,' you use 낮은 가격. This distinction is fundamental for A2 learners moving into more descriptive sentence structures.

Modifying Nouns: The most common pattern is [Adjective] + [Noun]. This allows you to create complex subjects and objects. For instance, 'I like low pillows' becomes 저는 낮은 베개를 좋아해요. Here, 낮은 directly describes the type of pillow.

이 방은 천장이 낮은 편이에요. (This room has a rather low ceiling.)

Comparative Usage: When comparing two things, 낮은 is used to specify which one has the lower attribute. Using the particle 보다 (than), you can say 어제보다 낮은 기온 (a lower temperature than yesterday). This is essential for weather reports and shopping.

성적이 낮은 학생들을 위해 특별 수업이 열렸습니다. (Special classes were held for students with low grades.)

Describing Sounds and Tones: When describing voices or music, 낮은 refers to the pitch. 낮은 목소리 (a low voice) or 낮은 음자리표 (bass clef) are common terms. It implies a deep, resonant, or quiet tone depending on the context.

그 가수는 낮은 음역대에서 매력적인 소리를 냅니다. (That singer produces a charming sound in the low vocal range.)

우리는 항상 낮은 자세로 고객의 의견을 듣겠습니다. (We will always listen to our customers' opinions with a humble attitude.)

By practicing these patterns, you will move from simple sentences to descriptive narratives. Remember that 낮은 is always looking for a noun to partner with, creating a vivid picture of the scale, height, or quality of the subject you are discussing.

In South Korea, you will encounter 낮은 in a variety of real-world settings. From the rhythmic announcements of weather forecasters to the competitive environment of the stock market, this word is a staple of informative and descriptive Korean. Understanding where it appears helps you tune your ear to the specific nuances it carries in different domains.

Weather and Environment: Every morning, news anchors use 낮은 to describe the day's conditions. You'll hear phrases like 낮은 기온 (low temperature), 낮은 습도 (low humidity), or 낮은 구름 (low clouds). During winter, warnings about 'low temperatures' are constant reminders to dress warmly.

오늘 아침은 평소보다 낮은 기온을 보이겠습니다. (This morning will show lower temperatures than usual.)

Shopping and Economics: In the world of commerce, 낮은 is a word of attraction. Advertisements scream 낮은 가격 (low prices) or 낮은 수수료 (low fees) to entice customers. In financial news, you might hear about 낮은 금리 (low interest rates) and how they affect the housing market.

이 은행은 다른 곳보다 낮은 대출 금리를 제공합니다. (This bank offers lower loan interest rates than other places.)

Education and Self-Improvement: Students and parents frequently use 낮은 when discussing academic performance. A 'low score' (낮은 점수) or 'low ranking' (낮은 석차) are terms that carry significant weight in the high-pressure Korean education system. Conversely, 'low difficulty' (낮은 난이도) might be a relief during exam season.

시험 문제가 낮은 난이도로 출제되었습니다. (The exam questions were set at a low difficulty level.)

마을의 낮은 담장 너머로 예쁜 꽃들이 보입니다. (Pretty flowers are visible over the low fences of the village.)

Whether you are listening to a podcast about the economy, watching a K-drama where a character speaks in a 'low, brooding voice,' or simply checking the weather on your phone, 낮은 is everywhere. It is a foundational word that bridges the gap between basic physical description and complex social commentary.

For English speakers, the word 'low' is a catch-all term, but in Korean, precision is key. Many learners make mistakes by using 낮은 in contexts where other adjectives like 작은 (small), 짧은 (short), or 적은 (few/little) are more appropriate. Recognizing these boundaries is a major step toward sounding more natural.

Confusing 'Low' with 'Small': In English, you might say 'the volume is low.' While you can say 낮은 볼륨, Korean speakers more commonly use 작은 소리 (small sound). Using 낮은 for sound often implies pitch (bass) rather than volume. Similarly, 'low height' for a person is never 낮은 키; it must be 작은 키 (small height).

틀린 표현: 그는 키가 낮은 편이에요. (X)
옳은 표현: 그는 키가 작은 편이에요. (O)

Confusing 'Low' with 'Short': If a table is not high, it is 낮은 탁자. But if a pencil is not long, it is 짧은 연필. Learners sometimes use 낮은 to describe length or duration, which is incorrect. 낮은 is strictly for verticality or scale, not horizontal length or time.

틀린 표현: 설탕을 낮은 양만 넣으세요. (X)
옳은 표현: 설탕을 적은 양만 넣으세요. (O)

Misusing the Attributive Form: A common grammatical error is using 낮은 at the end of a sentence. Remember: 낮은 is a modifier. To end a sentence, you must conjugate the root 낮다 into 낮아요, 낮습니다, or 낮아.

틀린 표현: 이 산은 낮은. (X)
옳은 표현: 이 산은 낮아요. (O)

틀린 표현: 목소리가 낮은 들려요. (X)
옳은 표현: 목소리가 낮게 들려요. (O) - Use the adverbial form 낮게 to modify the verb 'hear'.

By avoiding these common pitfalls, you will demonstrate a sophisticated grasp of Korean adjectives. Pay attention to whether you are describing height, size, quantity, or length, and choose your words with the precision that the Korean language rewards.

To truly master 낮은, you should know its neighbors in the Korean vocabulary. Depending on the context—whether you're talking about price, height, or social status—there might be a more specific word that fits better. Expanding your synonym and antonym bank will make your Korean much more expressive.

낮은 vs. 저렴한 (Cheap/Inexpensive): While 낮은 가격 means 'low price,' 저렴한 is the dedicated adjective for 'inexpensive.' 낮은 is more objective and numerical, whereas 저렴한 has a positive connotation of being a good deal. Use 저렴한 when you want to emphasize that something is affordable.

이 시장에는 저렴한 물건이 많아요. (There are many inexpensive items in this market.)

낮은 vs. 얕은 (Shallow): When talking about water or knowledge, 얕은 is the correct choice. 낮은 refers to height from the ground up, but 얕은 refers to depth from the surface down. A 'shallow river' is 얕은 강, not 낮은 강.

그는 지식이 얕은 편이라 깊은 대화가 어렵습니다. (His knowledge is rather shallow, so deep conversation is difficult.)

낮은 vs. 야트막한 (Lowly/Hilly): 야트막한 is a more descriptive, almost poetic version of 낮은. It is often used to describe hills or walls that are pleasantly low. It carries a sense of coziness or approachability that the plain 낮은 lacks.

집 뒤에 야트막한 언덕이 있어 산책하기 좋습니다. (There is a low, gentle hill behind the house, so it's good for walking.)

그는 높은 이상과 낮은 현실 사이에서 고민했습니다. (He agonized between high ideals and low reality.)

By learning these alternatives, you can choose the word that best fits the 'vibe' of your sentence. 낮은 is your reliable, all-purpose tool, but 저렴한, 얕은, and 야트막한 are the specialized instruments that will make your Korean truly shine.

How Formal Is It?

حقيقة ممتعة

In old Korean, '낮다' was also used to describe social status more frequently than physical height, reflecting the rigid hierarchy of the Joseon era.

دليل النطق

UK /nɐ.dɯn/

US /nɑ.dɯn/

The stress is equal on both syllables, but the first syllable '낮' is slightly more emphasized in isolation.

يتقافى مع

잦은 (frequent) 찾은 (found) 맞은 (hit) 땋은 (braided) 쌓은 (piled) 닿은 (touched) 따뜻한 (warm - partial rhyme) 깨끗한 (clean - partial rhyme)

أخطاء شائعة

Pronouncing the 'ㅈ' at the end of the first syllable as a 't' (낫은). While '낮' alone sounds like 'nat', when followed by '은', it becomes 'na-jeun'.
Over-emphasizing the 'eu' sound.
Making the 'n' sound too hard.
Confusing it with '나은' (better).
Failing to link the final consonant of the stem to the suffix.

مستوى الصعوبة

القراءة 2/5

Easy to recognize as the modifier form of 낮다.

الكتابة 3/5

Must remember to use the correct suffix -은.

التحدث 2/5

Pronunciation is straightforward but requires linking.

الاستماع 3/5

Can be confused with '나은' (better) in fast speech.

ماذا تتعلّم بعد ذلك

المتطلبات الأساسية

낮다 높다 산 가격 의자

تعلّم لاحقاً

높은 깊은 얕은 작은 짧은

متقدم

저렴하다 야트막하다 비천하다 겸손하다 저조하다

قواعد يجب معرفتها

Adjective Attributive Form (-은/-ㄴ)

낮다 -> 낮은

Comparative Particle (-보다)

어제보다 낮은 기온

Adverbial Form (-게)

목소리를 낮게 하세요

Noun Form (-음)

산의 낮음

Tendency Pattern (-은 편이다)

가격이 낮은 편이에요

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أمثلة حسب المستوى

낮은 의자에 앉으세요.

Please sit in the low chair.

낮은 (modifier) + 의자 (noun)

이 책상은 너무 낮은 것 같아요.

I think this desk is too low.

Adjective stem + -은 (attributive form)

낮은 산이라서 힘들지 않아요.

It's a low mountain, so it's not hard.

낮은 (modifier) + 산 (noun)

아이를 위해 낮은 침대를 샀어요.

I bought a low bed for the child.

Used to describe physical height.

낮은 테이블 위에 컵이 있어요.

There is a cup on the low table.

Positioning an object on a low surface.

그는 낮은 목소리로 말해요.

He speaks in a low voice.

Describing sound pitch/volume.

낮은 울타리가 예뻐요.

The low fence is pretty.

Describing an architectural feature.

낮은 신발을 신으세요.

Wear low shoes (flats).

Describing the height of footwear.

오늘은 기온이 낮은 편이에요.

The temperature is on the low side today.

낮은 + 편 (describing a tendency)

낮은 가격으로 물건을 샀어요.

I bought the item at a low price.

낮은 + 가격 (common collocation)

시험에서 낮은 점수를 받았어요.

I got a low score on the exam.

낮은 + 점수 (academic context)

낮은 층에 살면 편해요.

It's convenient to live on a low floor.

낮은 + 층 (floor level)

이 노래는 낮은 음이 많아요.

This song has many low notes.

낮은 + 음 (musical pitch)

낮은 확률이지만 도전해 보세요.

It's a low probability, but give it a try.

낮은 + 확률 (statistical context)

그는 낮은 자세로 일해요.

He works with a humble (low) attitude.

Metaphorical use for humility.

낮은 품질의 제품은 사지 마세요.

Don't buy low-quality products.

낮은 + 품질 (evaluative context)

낮은 출산율이 사회적 문제입니다.

The low birth rate is a social problem.

Used in social/demographic discussions.

성공할 확률이 낮은 프로젝트입니다.

It is a project with a low probability of success.

Modifying a complex noun phrase.

낮은 칼로리의 음식을 먹어야 해요.

You should eat low-calorie foods.

낮은 + 칼로리 (health context)

이 기계는 에너지 효율이 낮은 편입니다.

This machine has a rather low energy efficiency.

Technical description.

낮은 임금 때문에 이직을 결심했습니다.

I decided to change jobs because of the low wages.

Economic context.

그는 낮은 자존감으로 힘들어하고 있어요.

He is struggling with low self-esteem.

Psychological context.

낮은 조명 아래에서 책을 읽지 마세요.

Don't read books under low lighting.

Describing light intensity.

이 지역은 해수면보다 낮은 지대입니다.

This area is a low-lying land below sea level.

Geographical description.

낮은 지지율은 정부에 큰 부담이 됩니다.

Low approval ratings are a big burden on the government.

Political context.

낮은 교육 수준이 빈곤의 원인이 되기도 합니다.

Low education levels can be a cause of poverty.

Sociological analysis.

그는 낮은 직급에서 시작해 사장이 되었습니다.

He started at a low rank and became the president.

Career progression context.

낮은 농도의 알코올은 건강에 해롭지 않을 수 있습니다.

Low concentrations of alcohol may not be harmful to health.

Scientific/Chemical context.

이 소설은 낮은 계급의 삶을 다루고 있습니다.

This novel deals with the lives of the lower class.

Literary analysis.

낮은 인지도로 인해 선거에서 패배했습니다.

They lost the election due to low public recognition.

Public relations context.

그는 낮은 목소리로 청중을 압도했습니다.

He overwhelmed the audience with his low voice.

Describing presence and tone.

낮은 성장률을 극복하기 위한 대책이 필요합니다.

Measures are needed to overcome the low growth rate.

Economic policy context.

낮은 주파수의 소리는 벽을 잘 통과합니다.

Low-frequency sounds pass through walls well.

Physics/Acoustics context.

그녀는 낮은 자존감을 극복하고 성공했습니다.

She overcame her low self-esteem and succeeded.

Personal development context.

낮은 가시거리 때문에 사고가 발생했습니다.

An accident occurred due to low visibility.

Formal safety report context.

이 약은 부작용이 발생할 확률이 매우 낮은 편입니다.

This medicine has a very low probability of side effects.

Medical context.

낮은 연령대의 투표율이 이번 선거의 핵심입니다.

The turnout of the low age group is the key to this election.

Demographic analysis.

낮은 밀도의 소재를 사용하여 무게를 줄였습니다.

Weight was reduced by using low-density materials.

Engineering context.

그는 낮은 포즈로 사진의 구도를 잡았습니다.

He composed the photo with a low pose (angle).

Artistic/Photography context.

낮은 신뢰도는 인간관계의 가장 큰 걸림돌입니다.

Low trust is the biggest obstacle in human relationships.

Abstract philosophical context.

낮은 엔트로피 상태는 질서가 잡힌 상태를 의미합니다.

A low-entropy state means an ordered state.

Advanced scientific context.

작가는 낮은 필치로 담담하게 슬픔을 그려냈습니다.

The author calmly depicted sadness with a low (subdued) touch.

High-level literary criticism.

낮은 단계의 인공지능은 단순 반복 작업에 적합합니다.

Low-level AI is suitable for simple repetitive tasks.

Technology/Computer science context.

그는 낮은 신분에서 태어났으나 고결한 정신을 가졌습니다.

He was born of low status but had a noble spirit.

Historical/Narrative context.

낮은 해상도의 이미지를 고해상도로 변환했습니다.

Converted a low-resolution image to high resolution.

Digital media context.

낮은 투과율을 가진 유리를 사용하여 프라이버시를 보호합니다.

Privacy is protected by using glass with low transmittance.

Technical architectural context.

그의 낮은 웃음소리가 방 안에 낮게 깔렸습니다.

His low laughter spread low across the room.

Evocative descriptive language.

낮은 차원의 논쟁은 문제 해결에 도움이 되지 않습니다.

Low-level (petty) arguments do not help solve problems.

Philosophical/Logical context.

تلازمات شائعة

낮은 가격

낮은 기온

낮은 점수

낮은 목소리

낮은 확률

낮은 자세

낮은 품질

낮은 산

낮은 층

낮은 금리

العبارات الشائعة

낮은 데로 임하소서

— A religious or humble phrase meaning 'come down to the low places'.

그는 항상 낮은 데로 임하는 삶을 살았습니다.

낮은 포복

— Low crawl (military term).

군인들이 낮은 포복으로 전진합니다.

낮은 음자리표

— Bass clef in music.

첼로는 낮은 음자리표를 사용합니다.

낮은 담장

— A low wall/fence, often used to describe friendly neighborhoods.

낮은 담장 너머로 인사를 나눠요.

낮은 코

— A low nose bridge (common in beauty discussions).

낮은 코가 콤플렉스예요.

낮은 신발

— Flat shoes or shoes with low heels.

오늘은 많이 걸어야 해서 낮은 신발을 신었어요.

낮은 베개

— A low pillow.

목이 아파서 낮은 베개를 써요.

낮은 조명

— Dim or low-intensity lighting.

카페의 낮은 조명이 분위기 있네요.

낮은 단계

— A low stage or basic level.

아직은 낮은 단계의 계획입니다.

낮은 지대

— Low-lying land.

비가 많이 오면 낮은 지대는 위험해요.

يُخلط عادةً مع

낮은 vs 작은

Used for size or volume, while '낮은' is for height or level.

낮은 vs 짧은

Used for length or duration, while '낮은' is for vertical height.

낮은 vs 나은

Means 'better'. Sounds similar but has no 'j' sound.

تعبيرات اصطلاحية

"낮은 자세를 취하다"

— To take a humble stance or act modestly.

그는 비판에 대해 낮은 자세를 취했습니다.

Neutral

"눈높이가 낮다"

— To have low standards (often regarding a partner or job).

그는 눈높이가 낮아서 아무나 다 좋아해요.

Informal

"문턱이 낮다"

— To be easily accessible or have low barriers to entry.

이 도서관은 이용 문턱이 낮아요.

Neutral

"콧대가 낮아지다"

— To lose one's pride or become less arrogant.

실패를 겪고 나서 그의 콧대가 낮아졌어요.

Informal

"낮은 곳을 살피다"

— To look after the underprivileged or needy.

정치인은 낮은 곳을 살필 줄 알아야 합니다.

Formal

"목소리를 낮추다"

— To lower one's voice (literally) or to act less aggressively.

싸우지 말고 목소리를 낮추세요.

Neutral

"기대를 낮추다"

— To lower one's expectations.

실망하지 않으려면 기대를 낮춰야 해요.

Neutral

"자세를 낮추다"

— Literally to crouch, or metaphorically to be humble.

위험할 때는 자세를 낮추세요.

Neutral

"가격을 낮추다"

— To lower the price.

손님이 없어서 가격을 낮췄어요.

Neutral

"수준을 낮추다"

— To lower the level or standard.

아이들을 위해 설명 수준을 낮췄습니다.

Neutral

سهل الخلط

낮은 vs 작은

Both can translate to 'low' in some English contexts (e.g., low volume).

작은 is for overall size/volume; 낮은 is for vertical height/pitch.

작은 소리 (small sound) vs 낮은 목소리 (low-pitched voice).

낮은 vs 짧은

Both describe something that isn't 'long' or 'high'.

짧은 is horizontal or temporal; 낮은 is vertical.

짧은 머리 (short hair) vs 낮은 산 (low mountain).

낮은 vs 얕은

Both describe lack of depth/height.

얕은 is from the surface down; 낮은 is from the ground up.

얕은 물 (shallow water) vs 낮은 탁자 (low table).

낮은 vs 적은

Both describe small amounts.

적은 is for quantity; 낮은 is for levels/rates.

적은 돈 (little money) vs 낮은 가격 (low price level).

낮은 vs 나은

Phonetically similar.

나은 means 'better'; 낮은 means 'low'.

더 나은 삶 (a better life) vs 더 낮은 가격 (a lower price).

أنماط الجُمل

낮은 [Noun]이/가 있어요.

낮은 의자가 있어요.

낮은 [Noun]을/를 좋아해요.

낮은 산을 좋아해요.

[Noun]보다 낮은 [Noun]

어제보다 낮은 기온

[Noun]이/가 낮은 편이에요.

성적이 낮은 편이에요.

낮은 [Noun]에도 불구하고...

낮은 확률에도 불구하고...

낮은 [Noun]을/를 기반으로...

낮은 해상도를 기반으로...

낮은 가격에 [Verb]

낮은 가격에 샀어요.

낮은 자세로 [Verb]

낮은 자세로 들어요.

عائلة الكلمة

الأسماء

낮음 (lowness)

최저 (minimum)

저하 (drop/decline)

الأفعال

낮추다 (to lower)

낮아지다 (to become low)

الصفات

낮다 (to be low)

야트막하다 (to be slightly low)

مرتبط

높다 (high)

깊다 (deep)

얕다 (shallow)

작다 (small)

짧다 (short)

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كيفية الاستخدام

frequency

Extremely high in daily life, news, and business.

أخطاء شائعة

그는 키가 낮은 사람이에요. → 그는 키가 작은 사람이에요.
Use '작은' for a person's height, not '낮은'.
이 강은 낮은 편이에요. → 이 강은 얕은 편이에요.
Use '얕은' for water depth, not '낮은'.
소리를 낮은 하게 해주세요. → 소리를 낮게 해주세요.
Use the adverbial form '낮게' to modify a verb like 'make/do'.
낮은 시간을 보냈어요. → 짧은 시간을 보냈어요.
Use '짧은' for duration of time, not '낮은'.
이 산은 낮은. → 이 산은 낮아요.
You cannot end a sentence with the modifier form '낮은'.

نصائح

Attributive Form

Always remember that '낮은' is the form used before a noun. To say 'is low', use '낮아요'.

Collocations

Memorize '낮은 기온' and '낮은 가격' as set phrases; they are the most common uses.

Linking Sound

Practice the transition [na-jeun]. The 'j' sound should slide into the second syllable.

Humility

Use '낮은 자세' to describe a humble person; it's a very positive trait in Korea.

Not for People

Never use '낮은' for a person's height. Use '작은' instead.

Weather Reports

Listen for '낮은' in the morning news to know if the temperature or humidity is low.

Formal Tone

In essays, use '낮은' to describe statistics or levels for a professional feel.

Voice Pitch

If someone's voice is too high, you can ask them to speak in a '낮은 목소리'.

Vs. 얕은

Remember: Mountains are '낮은', but rivers are '얕은'.

Lodge Mnemonic

Think of a 'Lodge' being a 'Low' building to remember 'Naj-eun'.

احفظها

وسيلة تذكّر

Think of 'Not-High' -> 'Naj-eun'. The 'N' in 'Naj' stands for 'Not high'.

ربط بصري

Imagine a 'Low' (낮은) mountain with a 'Not' (ㄴ) sign on top of it.

Word Web

낮은 산 낮은 가격 낮은 점수 낮은 목소리 낮은 기온 낮은 확률 낮은 자세 낮은 품질

تحدٍّ

Try to find five things in your room that are '낮은' and name them in Korean (e.g., 낮은 의자, 낮은 책상).

أصل الكلمة

The word comes from the native Korean root '낮-' which has been used since Middle Korean to describe lack of height or status.

المعنى الأصلي: Not high; being close to the ground.

Native Korean (Pure Korean).

السياق الثقافي

Be careful when using '낮은' to describe people's social status or intelligence, as it can be offensive. Use more neutral terms like '평범한' (ordinary) in social contexts.

English speakers often use 'short' for height, but Korean uses '낮은' for objects and '작은' for people. This is a key cultural-linguistic difference.

The movie '낮은 목소리' (The Murmuring) - a documentary about comfort women. The song '낮은 소리로' (In a Low Voice) by various artists. The religious phrase '낮은 데로 임하소서' (Come to the Lowly Places).

تدرّب في الحياة الواقعية

سياقات واقعية

Weather Forecast

낮은 기온
낮은 습도
낮은 구름
낮은 가시거리

Shopping

낮은 가격
낮은 수수료
낮은 할인율
낮은 품질

School/Work

낮은 점수
낮은 성적
낮은 직급
낮은 연봉

Music/Sound

낮은 목소리
낮은 음
낮은 볼륨
낮은 주파수

Geography

낮은 산
낮은 언덕
낮은 지대
낮은 담장

بدايات محادثة

"이 근처에 산책하기 좋은 낮은 산이 있나요?"

"낮은 베개를 좋아하세요, 아니면 높은 베개를 좋아하세요?"

"가격이 낮은 물건을 살 때 무엇을 가장 먼저 확인하세요?"

"목소리가 낮은 가수를 좋아하시나요?"

"오늘 기온이 낮은데 따뜻하게 입으셨어요?"

مواضيع للكتابة اليومية

오늘 내가 본 것들 중에서 가장 '낮은' 것은 무엇이었나요?

낮은 점수를 받았을 때 어떻게 기분을 전환하나요?

낮은 자세로 누군가를 도와준 경험이 있나요?

내가 생각하는 '낮은 가격'의 기준은 무엇인가요?

낮은 목소리가 주는 느낌에 대해 써보세요.

الأسئلة الشائعة

10 أسئلة

No, for a person's height, you must use '작은' (small). Saying '낮은 키' is incorrect; say '작은 키' instead.

Yes, they mean the same thing, but '낮은 가격' sounds slightly more formal and objective, like something you'd see in a report.

You can say '더 낮은' (more low). For example, '더 낮은 가격' means 'a lower price'.

The opposite is '높은' (high). For example, '높은 산' (high mountain) vs '낮은 산' (low mountain).

Sometimes. '낮은 목소리' can mean a quiet voice, but it usually refers to a low-pitched voice. For 'quiet', '작은 목소리' is more common.

In polite speech, it's '낮아요'. In formal speech, it's '낮습니다'. In casual speech, it's '낮아'.

No, for shallow water, use '얕은'. '낮은' is for things that go up from the ground.

No, for a short time, use '짧은 시간'. '낮은' is not used for duration.

It means having a humble attitude and being willing to listen to others, rather than being arrogant.

You can say '낮은 품질' or '저품질'. Both are commonly used in business contexts.

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