Explanation at your level:
Being 현명하다 means you are smart. You make good choices. You think before you act. A 현명하다 person is a good friend.
When you are 현명하다, you use your brain to solve problems. It is like being careful and clever. If you choose to study instead of playing, that is a 현명한 choice.
The word 현명하다 is used when someone makes a decision that shows they have experience. It is more than just being smart; it is about being practical and avoiding trouble. You might say, 'It was 현명한 to save money for the trip.'
현명하다 implies a level of maturity and foresight. It is often used to praise someone's ability to navigate complex social situations or difficult dilemmas. It is a very positive compliment in both personal and professional contexts.
At this level, you understand that 현명하다 encompasses both intellectual clarity and moral integrity. It is often used in literature or formal speeches to describe leaders or mentors who possess 'sagacity.' It distinguishes between mere intelligence and the application of wisdom.
현명하다 carries deep cultural weight, often linked to the traditional concept of a 'wise sage.' It suggests an intuitive understanding of the world. In advanced discourse, it is used to analyze the nuance between 'smart' (똑똑하다) and 'wise' (현명하다), emphasizing that the latter is a lifelong pursuit of character.
الكلمة في 30 ثانية
- Means wise
- Used for people/choices
- Positive adjective
- Sino-Korean origin
When we call someone 현명하다, we are saying they have a special kind of intelligence. It isn't just about being book-smart; it is about wisdom.
Think of it as the ability to see the 'big picture.' A person who is 현명하다 takes their time to think before they act, ensuring their choices lead to the best possible outcome for everyone involved.
It is a highly respected trait in Korean culture. Whether it is solving a conflict between friends or making a difficult business decision, being 현명하다 means you are reliable and thoughtful.
The word 현명하다 is rooted in Sino-Korean characters (Hanja). '현(賢)' means 'virtuous' or 'worthy,' and '명(明)' means 'bright' or 'clear.'
Historically, this combination suggests that a wise person has a 'bright and clear mind.' It reflects the Confucian ideal where wisdom is tied to moral character and clarity of thought.
Over centuries, the term has evolved from describing high-ranking scholars to a general adjective used to describe anyone who displays common sense and good judgment in daily life.
You can use 현명하다 to describe people, decisions, or choices. It is a positive, formal-to-neutral adjective.
Commonly, you will hear phrases like '현명한 선택' (a wise choice) or '현명한 판단' (a wise judgment). It is perfect for professional settings, advice-giving, or complimenting someone's character.
While it is not slang, it is very common in everyday conversation when discussing life lessons or future planning.
1. 현명한 처사: A wise action or handling of a situation. 2. 현명하게 대처하다: To deal with something wisely. 3. 현명한 선택을 하다: To make a wise choice. 4. 현명한 조언: Wise advice. 5. 현명한 어머니: A wise mother (often used to praise parenting).
As an adjective, 현명하다 follows standard Korean conjugation. In the present tense, it becomes '현명해요' (polite) or '현명하다' (plain form).
When modifying a noun, it changes to '현명한.' For example, '현명한 사람' (a wise person).
Pronunciation is straightforward: hyeon-myeong-ha-da. Focus on the clear 'hyeon' sound and the crisp 'myeong' to sound natural.
Fun Fact
The character '명' (bright) is made of the sun and moon.
Pronunciation Guide
Korean pronunciation is phonetic.
Korean pronunciation is phonetic.
Common Errors
- Mispronouncing 'hyeon'
- Dropping the 'h' in 'hada'
- Slurring 'myeong'
Rhymes With
Difficulty Rating
Easy to read
Easy to write
Easy to say
Easy to hear
What to Learn Next
Prerequisites
Learn Next
متقدم
Grammar to Know
Adjective conjugation
현명하다 -> 현명해요
Noun modification
현명한 사람
Adverbial form
현명하게
Examples by Level
그는 현명해요.
He is wise.
Basic adjective conjugation.
현명한 선택이에요.
It is a wise choice.
Adjective modifying a noun.
현명하게 행동하세요.
Act wisely.
Adverbial form.
그녀는 현명한 사람이에요.
She is a wise person.
Noun modification.
현명한 판단입니다.
It is a wise judgment.
Formal ending.
항상 현명하세요.
Always be wise.
Imperative suggestion.
현명한 생각이네요.
That is a wise thought.
Noun modification.
정말 현명해요!
That is really wise!
Emphasis.
그의 조언은 매우 현명했어요.
현명한 결정이 필요합니다.
우리는 현명하게 살아야 해요.
그는 현명한 리더입니다.
현명한 답변을 해주세요.
현명하게 대처하는 방법.
그 선택은 현명하지 않았어요.
현명한 친구가 있어서 좋아요.
위기 상황에서 현명하게 판단하는 것이 중요해요.
그는 항상 현명한 해결책을 제시합니다.
현명한 투자로 성공을 거두었습니다.
어머니의 현명한 가르침 덕분이에요.
그는 현명한 사람이라서 금방 해결했어요.
현명한 태도로 갈등을 풀었습니다.
그럴 때는 현명한 선택을 하는 게 좋아요.
현명한 사람은 서두르지 않습니다.
그의 현명한 처사는 많은 사람에게 귀감이 되었습니다.
복잡한 문제일수록 현명한 접근이 필요합니다.
그녀는 현명한 조언자로 알려져 있습니다.
감정에 치우치지 않는 현명한 판단이 요구됩니다.
현명한 대처 덕분에 큰 사고를 막았습니다.
그는 현명한 안목을 가진 경영자입니다.
과거의 실수를 통해 현명해지는 법을 배웠습니다.
현명한 선택은 미래를 바꿀 수 있습니다.
그의 현명한 통찰력은 조직의 위기를 기회로 바꾸었습니다.
단순한 지식을 넘어 현명한 지혜를 갖추어야 합니다.
현명한 판단력은 오랜 경험에서 비롯됩니다.
그는 현명한 처신으로 주변의 신망을 얻었습니다.
어려운 상황에서도 현명한 결단력을 발휘했습니다.
현명한 사고방식은 삶의 질을 결정합니다.
그의 현명한 조언은 방향을 잃은 이들에게 등대가 되었습니다.
현명함이란 때로는 침묵할 줄 아는 것입니다.
현명한 자는 자신의 무지를 안다고 했던가요.
그의 현명한 식견은 시대를 앞서가는 것이었습니다.
현명한 통치자는 백성의 소리에 귀를 기울입니다.
진정한 현명함은 지식과 덕의 조화에서 나옵니다.
그는 현명한 관조를 통해 삶의 본질을 꿰뚫어 보았습니다.
현명한 선택이 곧 운명을 개척하는 길입니다.
역사 속 현명한 인물들의 삶은 오늘날에도 교훈을 줍니다.
현명한 판단은 고독한 결단에서 시작되기도 합니다.
تلازمات شائعة
Idioms & Expressions
"현명한 선택"
A wise choice.
그것이 최선의 현명한 선택입니다.
neutral"현명하게 대처하다"
To handle wisely.
문제를 현명하게 대처해야 합니다.
formal"현명한 조언"
Wise advice.
그의 현명한 조언을 들었습니다.
neutral"현명한 판단"
Wise judgment.
현명한 판단이 필요합니다.
formal"현명한 사람"
A wise person.
그는 현명한 사람으로 통합니다.
neutral"현명한 처사"
A wise action/handling.
그건 아주 현명한 처사였습니다.
formalEasily Confused
Both mean smart.
똑똑하다 = IQ/clever, 현명하다 = wisdom.
그는 똑똑하다(smart) vs 그는 현명하다(wise).
Both mean smart.
영리하다 = sharp/bright.
그는 영리하다(sharp) vs 그는 현명하다(wise).
Same meaning.
지혜롭다 is deeper wisdom.
둘 다 현명하다.
Same meaning.
슬기롭다 is more poetic.
슬기로운 생활.
Sentence Patterns
Subject + 은/는 + 현명하다
그는 현명합니다.
현명한 + Noun
현명한 선택입니다.
현명하게 + Verb
현명하게 행동하세요.
Subject + 은/는 + 현명한 + Noun + 을/를 + 하다
그는 현명한 결정을 했습니다.
현명한 + Noun + 이/가 + 필요하다
현명한 판단이 필요합니다.
عائلة الكلمة
Nouns
Adjectives
مرتبط
How to Use It
7
Formality Scale
أخطاء شائعة
현명하다 is for wisdom/choices, not IQ.
현명하다 implies virtue, not trickery.
They are synonyms, but 지혜롭다 is more about deep wisdom.
현명하다 is usually for people or their actions.
현명하다 sounds a bit serious for casual chat.
Tips
Memory Palace
Picture a wise sage glowing.
Native Usage
Use it for difficult decisions.
Cultural Insight
Highly valued in Korea.
Grammar Shortcut
Always use '한' before nouns.
Say It Right
Clear vowels.
Don't Make This Mistake
Don't use for IQ.
Did You Know?
Hanja roots.
Study Smart
Learn synonyms.
Context
Use in professional settings.
Adverb Form
Use '하게'.
Memorize It
Mnemonic
Think of a 'bright' (명) person who is 'virtuous' (현).
Visual Association
A glowing lightbulb inside a person's head.
Word Web
تحدٍّ
Try to use '현명한 선택' today.
أصل الكلمة
Sino-Korean
Original meaning: Virtuous and bright/clear
السياق الثقافي
None, it is a highly positive word.
Equates to 'wise' or 'prudent'.
Practice in Real Life
Real-World Contexts
At work
- 현명한 결정
- 현명한 판단
- 현명한 대처
Giving advice
- 현명한 조언
- 현명하게 생각하세요
- 현명한 선택
School
- 현명한 학생
- 현명하게 공부하기
- 현명한 태도
Daily life
- 현명한 소비
- 현명한 사람
- 현명한 방법
Conversation Starters
"What was the most 현명한 decision you made?"
"Who is the most 현명한 person you know?"
"How can we be more 현명한?"
"Is it better to be 똑똑하다 or 현명하다?"
"Why is being 현명한 important?"
Journal Prompts
Write about a time you were 현명하다.
Describe a 현명한 person you admire.
What does it mean to be 현명하다?
How can you make more 현명한 choices?
الأسئلة الشائعة
8 أسئلةNo, 현명하다 is about wisdom, 똑똑하다 is about intelligence.
Yes, it is a great compliment.
It is neutral and polite.
현명함.
Not usually, it is for people.
Only in the sense of wise cleverness.
현명해요, 현명합니다.
Yes, very common.
اختبر نفسك
그는 매우 ___.
현명해요 means wise.
What does 현명하다 mean?
It means wise.
현명하다 is used for bad choices.
It is for good, wise choices.
Word
المعنى
Matches adjective to noun.
Subject-Object-Verb order.
النتيجة: /5
Summary
To be 현명하다 is to possess the wisdom to make sound, virtuous choices in life.
- Means wise
- Used for people/choices
- Positive adjective
- Sino-Korean origin
Memory Palace
Picture a wise sage glowing.
Native Usage
Use it for difficult decisions.
Cultural Insight
Highly valued in Korea.
Grammar Shortcut
Always use '한' before nouns.
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