장식
Decoration is something you add to a place or object to make it look nicer.
Explanation at your level:
You use 장식 to make things look beautiful. For example, you put decorations on a cake. It makes the cake look yummy and fun. You can use it for your room, your clothes, or a party.
장식 is a noun for things that make a place look better. If you have a plain wall, you can add a picture as a 장식. It is common to say 'I am doing 장식' when you are getting a room ready for a party.
The term 장식 refers to the aesthetic enhancement of an object or space. It is widely used in daily life, such as 'interior 장식' (interior decoration). It is important to remember that it focuses on the visual aspect rather than the functional utility of an object.
In a professional or artistic context, 장식 implies a deliberate choice in design. You might describe a building's facade as having 'minimalist 장식' or critique a dress for having 'excessive 장식.' It carries a nuance of intentionality and stylistic expression.
장식 can also be used figuratively to describe something that exists only for appearance. When someone says an object is 'merely a 장식,' they are suggesting that it lacks functional depth. This usage is common in critical writing or when discussing the superficial nature of certain trends.
Historically and culturally, 장식 explores the intersection of art and utility. From the intricate 장식 of Joseon-era furniture to modern minimalist aesthetics, the word encapsulates the evolution of human taste. It is a profound term that touches upon how we define 'beauty' through the lens of craftsmanship and cultural identity.
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- 장식 means decoration.
- Used for objects and spaces.
- Verb form is 장식하다.
- Not used for makeup.
When we talk about 장식 (jang-sik), we are talking about the art of making things look pretty. Whether it is a birthday party, a cozy living room, or even a piece of cake, adding a little something extra to improve the appearance is what we call decoration.
Think of it as the finishing touch that turns something plain into something special. It is not just about function; it is about style and personality. You use decorations to express how you feel or to celebrate a special occasion.
The word 장식 is a Sino-Korean term. It is composed of two Hanja characters: 장 (裝), meaning 'to dress' or 'to pack,' and 식 (飾), meaning 'to decorate' or 'to adorn.'
Historically, this concept evolved from the human desire to distinguish oneself or one's environment. In ancient times, decorations were often used to signify status or religious importance. Over centuries, the meaning shifted from purely ritualistic adornment to the everyday aesthetic choices we make in modern interior design and fashion.
You will hear 장식 used frequently when discussing interior design or event planning. It is a versatile noun that fits perfectly in both casual conversations about party planning and formal discussions about architectural details.
Common collocations include 장식을 하다 (to decorate) or 장식이 화려하다 (the decoration is elaborate). Whether you are talking about a Christmas tree or the trim on a building, this word is your go-to term for all things ornamental.
While 장식 is a noun, it appears in several idiomatic contexts. For example, 장식용으로 쓰다 means 'to use something for decorative purposes only,' often implying that the item isn't meant for actual work.
Another common expression is 화려한 장식, which describes something very ornate. You might also hear 장식에 불과하다, which means 'it is merely a decoration,' often used when something is just for show and lacks real substance or utility.
In Korean, 장식 is a standard noun. It is often combined with the verb 하다 to become the verb 장식하다 (to decorate). The pronunciation is straightforward: 'Jang' rhymes with 'hang' (but with a 'j' sound) and 'sik' is like 'seek' but shorter.
There is no plural form in Korean, as the context usually clarifies whether you are talking about one item or many. It is a very stable word that doesn't change based on the subject, making it quite easy for learners to use correctly in sentences.
Fun Fact
The character '장' is also used in '포장' (packaging).
Pronunciation Guide
Sounds like 'jang-seek'
Sounds like 'jang-seek'
Common Errors
- Mispronouncing the 'ng' sound
- Adding extra vowels between consonants
- Misplacing stress
Rhymes With
Difficulty Rating
Very easy to read
Easy to use in sentences
Commonly used
Clear pronunciation
What to Learn Next
Prerequisites
Learn Next
Fortgeschritten
Grammar to Know
Noun + 하다
장식하다
Object marker (을/를)
장식을 하다
Descriptive verbs
장식이 화려하다
Examples by Level
케이크에 장식을 해요.
I am putting decorations on the cake.
Noun + particle + verb
방에 장식이 있어요.
There is a decoration in the room.
Location + subject marker
예쁜 장식이에요.
It is a pretty decoration.
Adjective + noun
장식을 좋아해요.
I like decorations.
Object marker
이것은 장식이에요.
This is a decoration.
Copula
장식을 샀어요.
I bought a decoration.
Past tense verb
많은 장식이 있어요.
There are many decorations.
Quantifier
장식을 보세요.
Look at the decoration.
Imperative
장식이 정말 화려해요.
크리스마스 장식을 준비해요.
벽에 예쁜 장식을 걸었어요.
장식은 어디에서 샀어요?
이 장식은 너무 작아요.
장식을 바꾸고 싶어요.
장식이 방을 밝게 해요.
간단한 장식을 좋아해요.
인테리어 장식은 개인의 취향을 보여줍니다.
그 건물은 장식이 아주 정교합니다.
파티 장식을 위해 풍선을 샀어요.
이 장식은 전통적인 문양입니다.
장식용으로 만든 꽃병입니다.
과한 장식은 오히려 보기 좋지 않아요.
장식의 조화가 아주 훌륭합니다.
계절에 맞춰 장식을 바꿉니다.
그의 연설은 화려한 수사적 장식으로 가득했다.
최소한의 장식으로 세련미를 강조했습니다.
건축 양식에서 장식의 기능은 무엇인가요?
그 장식은 18세기 양식을 반영합니다.
장식적인 요소가 강한 디자인입니다.
장식을 배제한 미니멀리즘이 유행입니다.
그의 말은 사실을 감추기 위한 장식에 불과했습니다.
장식과 실용성 사이의 균형이 중요합니다.
그의 비판은 논리적 근거 없이 장식만 가득했다.
장식은 시대의 미의식을 투영하는 거울입니다.
복잡한 장식은 오히려 본질을 흐릴 수 있습니다.
장식적 기교가 뛰어난 예술 작품입니다.
그는 화려한 장식 뒤에 숨겨진 진실을 보았습니다.
장식 없는 단순함이 주는 미학이 있습니다.
장식의 과잉은 현대 미술의 특징 중 하나입니다.
그 장식은 권위를 상징하는 장치였습니다.
장식은 인간의 본능적인 미적 추구의 산물입니다.
그 장식적 언어는 시대착오적인 느낌을 줍니다.
장식의 철학적 의미를 고찰하는 세미나입니다.
장식적 과잉을 절제하는 것이 진정한 예술입니다.
그의 문체는 장식적 수사로 가득 차 있습니다.
장식은 단순한 꾸밈을 넘어선 문화적 기호입니다.
장식의 역사적 변천사를 연구하는 학자입니다.
그는 장식적 허례허식을 혐오했습니다.
Häufige Kollokationen
Idioms & Expressions
"장식에 불과하다"
merely for show
그의 약속은 장식에 불과했다.
neutral"장식용으로 두다"
to keep for display only
이 책은 장식용으로 두는 거예요.
neutral"화려한 장식"
ornate decoration
그 성당은 화려한 장식으로 유명하다.
neutral"장식의 극치"
the height of decoration
그 예술품은 장식의 극치를 보여준다.
formal"장식을 덧붙이다"
to add embellishment
사실에 장식을 덧붙이지 마세요.
formalEasily Confused
Both involve external additions.
포장 is for wrapping/packaging, 장식 is for beauty.
선물 포장 vs 방 장식.
Both involve making things look better.
화장 is for faces, 장식 is for objects.
얼굴 화장 vs 벽 장식.
Similar meaning.
꾸밈 is more general/casual.
방의 꾸밈 vs 방의 장식.
Both mean 'to adorn'.
수식 is for language/math.
문장의 수식 vs 장식품.
Sentence Patterns
Subject + 장식을 + 하다
나는 방에 장식을 했다.
장식은 + Adjective
장식은 화려하다.
장식용으로 + Verb
이것을 장식용으로 샀다.
Subject + 장식을 + 제거하다
그는 불필요한 장식을 제거했다.
장식의 + Noun
장식의 조화가 중요하다.
Wortfamilie
Nouns
Verbs
Adjectives
Verwandt
How to Use It
8/10
Formality Scale
Häufige Fehler
장식 is for objects/places, 화장 is for faces.
포장 is for wrapping gifts, 장식 is for decorating.
장식 is a noun, needs '하다' to be a verb.
장식 refers to the ornaments on clothes, not the clothes themselves.
Architecture is the structure, 장식 is the detail.
Tips
Memory Palace Trick
Imagine a room and decorate every corner with the word 'Jang-sik'.
When Native Speakers Use It
Used when planning parties or buying home items.
Cultural Insight
Korean traditional furniture often emphasizes natural wood, so '장식' is kept minimal.
Grammar Shortcut
Always pair with '하다' to create an action.
Say It Right
Focus on the 'ng' sound at the end of 'Jang'.
Don't Make This Mistake
Don't use it for makeup.
Did You Know?
The characters for '장식' are also used in other Asian languages.
Study Smart
Look at pictures of '인테리어 장식' online.
Contextual Tip
Use '꾸밈' for a more natural, casual tone.
Practice
Listen to the word in Korean dramas.
Memorize It
Mnemonic
Jang (like a jang-gu drum) + Sik (like seek). Seek a drum to decorate!
Visual Association
A room filled with colorful ribbons and ornaments.
Word Web
Herausforderung
Try describing the decorations in your room in Korean.
Wortherkunft
Sino-Korean
Original meaning: To dress/pack and to adorn
Kultureller Kontext
None
The concept is universal, but 'decoration' is often tied to holidays like Christmas.
Practice in Real Life
Real-World Contexts
At home
- 장식을 달아요
- 장식을 바꿔요
- 예쁜 장식이에요
At a party
- 파티 장식
- 장식 준비
- 장식이 멋져요
Shopping
- 장식품을 사요
- 어떤 장식이 있어요?
- 장식 코너
Design
- 인테리어 장식
- 장식 요소
- 미니멀 장식
Conversation Starters
"어떤 장식을 좋아하세요?"
"방에 장식을 많이 하시나요?"
"크리스마스 장식 준비하셨어요?"
"가장 좋아하는 장식품이 뭐예요?"
"장식이 많은 집은 어때요?"
Journal Prompts
내가 가장 좋아하는 장식품에 대해 써보세요.
장식이 없는 집은 어떤 느낌일까요?
나만의 장식 스타일을 설명해보세요.
최근에 산 장식품에 대해 이야기해보세요.
Häufig gestellte Fragen
8 FragenNo, 화장 is makeup for the face, 장식 is for objects.
Usually no, unless you mean they are wearing ornaments.
장식하다.
Yes.
크리스마스 장식.
It is neutral and used in all contexts.
Yes, that is the direct translation.
A cabinet used to display ornaments.
Teste dich selbst
케이크 위에 ___을 합니다.
Decoration is for the cake.
Which word means 'to decorate'?
The verb form is 장식하다.
장식 is used for human faces.
화장 is for faces.
Word
Bedeutung
Matching noun and verb.
Adjective + Object + Location + Verb.
벽에 ___을 달았어요.
Decorations are hung on walls.
What is a synonym for 장식?
꾸밈 is the closest synonym.
장식 can be used to mean 'for show'.
Yes, '장식에 불과하다'.
Word
Bedeutung
Compound words.
Advanced sentence structure.
Ergebnis: /10
Summary
장식 is the perfect word to describe any ornamental addition that makes your space or objects look more beautiful.
- 장식 means decoration.
- Used for objects and spaces.
- Verb form is 장식하다.
- Not used for makeup.
Memory Palace Trick
Imagine a room and decorate every corner with the word 'Jang-sik'.
When Native Speakers Use It
Used when planning parties or buying home items.
Cultural Insight
Korean traditional furniture often emphasizes natural wood, so '장식' is kept minimal.
Grammar Shortcut
Always pair with '하다' to create an action.
Beispiel
크리스마스 장식으로 집을 꾸몄어요.
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