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착용하다

Ejemplos 착용하다 en 30 segundos
Explicación 착용하다 in your Level:
At the A1 level, you only need to know that '착용하다' means 'to wear.' You will mostly see this on signs or hear it in very simple announcements. It is like a 'big brother' to the words '입다' (wear clothes) and '신다' (wear shoes). Even though it is a bit formal, it is very common because of safety rules. For example, if you go to a park and see a sign about masks, it will say '마스크 착용' (Wear a mask). You don't need to use it in your own talking yet, but you should recognize it when you see it on posters or hear it on a bus. Just remember: 착용하다 = wearing gear/accessories formally.
At the A2 level, you should start using '착용하다' in specific formal situations. Instead of just using '입다' for everything, try to use '착용하다' when talking about safety items like helmets or seatbelts. You should also understand the basic conjugation: '착용해요' (present) and '착용했어요' (past). You might encounter this word in simple reading passages about rules or at a store when a clerk asks if you want to try on a watch. It is helpful to know that this word is made of two parts: '착' (attach) and '용' (use). This makes it easier to remember that it’s about 'using something by attaching it to your body.'
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At the B1 level, you should be comfortable distinguishing between '착용하다' and casual verbs like '입다,' '쓰다,' and '신다.' You should use '착용하다' when writing formal emails, reports, or giving a presentation about safety or fashion. You will also see this word used with the '~고 있다' form to describe a continuous state of wearing something. For example, '그는 보호 장비를 착용하고 있습니다' (He is wearing protective equipment). You should also be able to understand more complex instructions, such as '미착용 시 과태료가 부과됩니다' (A fine will be charged if not worn), which is common in Korean public law.
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At the B2 level, you should understand the nuance of '착용하다' in professional and literary contexts. You should be able to use it to describe not just physical wearing, but also the 'equipping' of specialized tools. You will encounter this word in news broadcasts and newspaper articles where precision is key. For example, a news report about a robbery will describe the suspect's clothing using '착용하다' to maintain a neutral, objective tone. You should also be familiar with the noun form '착용감' (the feel of wearing something), which is frequently used in reviews for shoes, headphones, or clothes to describe how comfortable they are to wear.
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At the C1 level, you should have a sophisticated grasp of '착용하다' and its related Hanja terms. You should understand how it differs from '장착하다' (to equip/mount) and '패용하다' (to wear a badge/medal). You can use '착용하다' in academic writing or legal discussions regarding safety regulations. You should also be able to appreciate how the word is used in high fashion or luxury marketing to create an aura of prestige. At this level, you should be able to discuss the sociological implications of '착용' in Korean society, such as the cultural norms surrounding mask-wearing or the etiquette of wearing specific traditional items like '갓' in historical contexts.
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At the C2 level, you possess a near-native understanding of '착용하다' in all its forms. You can use it fluently in highly technical fields such as medicine (e.g., surgical gear), law (e.g., electronic monitoring), or engineering (e.g., wearable tech). You understand the poetic or metaphorical uses that might appear in literature, where 'wearing' an expression or an 'armor' of personality might be described with similar Sino-Korean roots. You can effortlessly switch between '착용하다' and its more casual counterparts depending on the social hierarchy and the specific context of the conversation, demonstrating a total mastery of Korean register and nuance.
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Ejemplos

착용하다 en 30 segundos

  • A formal verb meaning 'to wear' or 'to equip' items like masks, gear, and accessories.
  • Commonly used in safety announcements, formal reports, and professional settings.
  • Differs from '입다' (clothes) by focusing on functional or decorative attachments.
  • Derived from Hanja: 着 (attach) + 用 (use), meaning 'to attach for use'.

The Korean verb 착용하다 (chak-yong-ha-da) is a versatile and essential term that translates to 'to wear' or 'to put on.' However, unlike the basic English word 'wear,' which covers almost everything from socks to sunglasses, Korean uses specific verbs for different body parts. 착용하다 acts as a formal, comprehensive, and Sino-Korean (Hanja-based) umbrella term that specifically highlights the act of attaching or equipping something to the body. It is derived from the Hanja characters 착 (着) meaning 'to touch' or 'to attach' and 용 (用) meaning 'to use.' Therefore, its literal nuance is 'to attach for use.'

Primary Usage
It is most frequently used for safety equipment, accessories, and gear where the emphasis is on the function of the item being attached to the body.

안전모를 착용하다.

To wear a safety helmet.

You will encounter this word in formal announcements, safety manuals, medical settings, and high-end fashion contexts. While you might use '입다' (ip-da) for a t-shirt in casual conversation, a sign at a construction site will always use 착용하다 to instruct workers to wear their protective gear. It carries a sense of necessity and formality that basic verbs lack. It covers items like masks, seatbelts, jewelry, glasses, and even contact lenses. In the modern era, you will hear it constantly on public transportation regarding the wearing of face masks or seatbelts on buses and airplanes.

Formal Contexts
Used in news reports, official documents, and professional settings to describe people wearing uniforms or specialized equipment.

승객 여러분께서는 안전벨트를 착용해 주시기 바랍니다.

Passengers, please wear your seatbelts.

In daily life, if you are at a jewelry store, the staff might ask if you want to '착용해 보시겠어요?' (Would you like to try wearing it?). This sounds much more professional than using '끼다' (to put on a ring) or '차다' (to put on a watch). It elevates the register of the conversation. Understanding this word helps you transition from basic 'survival' Korean to a more nuanced, professional level of fluency where you can follow safety protocols and engage in formal social interactions without sounding overly casual or childish.

Broad Application
Unlike '입다' (clothes only) or '신다' (shoes only), '착용하다' can be applied to almost anything you put on your body in a formal context.

Using 착용하다 correctly requires understanding its grammatical structure and the specific objects it typically takes. As a transitive verb, it always requires an object marked with the particles ~을/를. Because it is a Sino-Korean word ending in ~하다, it follows the standard conjugation rules for all ~하다 verbs. In the present tense, it becomes 착용해요 (polite) or 착용합니다 (formal). In the past tense, it is 착용했어요 or 착용했습니다.

The 'Object + Particle' Rule
Always place the item you are wearing before the verb with the object particle: [Item]을/를 착용하다.

실험실에서는 반드시 보호안경을 착용해야 합니다.

You must wear protective goggles in the laboratory.

One of the most common ways you will see this verb used is with the ~고 있다 form, which indicates a state of 'currently wearing' or 'having it on.' For example, '마스크를 착용하고 있어요' means 'I am wearing a mask.' This is distinct from the act of putting it on, though 착용하다 can describe both the action and the state in certain contexts. In safety-critical environments, you will often see the imperative form 착용하십시오 (Please wear) or the prohibitive form 미착용 시 (In case of not wearing), where 미- (未) is a prefix meaning 'not.'

Common Objects
1. 마스크 (Mask), 2. 안전벨트 (Seatbelt), 3. 헬멧 (Helmet), 4. 액세서리 (Accessories), 5. 렌즈 (Lenses).

그는 항상 시계를 왼손에 착용합니다.

He always wears a watch on his left hand.

In complex sentences, 착용하다 can be combined with connecting particles like ~고 (and), ~어서 (because/so), or ~으면서 (while). For instance, '장갑을 착용하고 작업을 시작하세요' (Wear gloves and then start the work). It is also frequently used in the passive-like noun form 착용 유무 (whether or not one is wearing something), which is common in security checks or research data. By mastering the sentence patterns of 착용하다, you demonstrate a command of formal Korean that is essential for professional life and navigating public spaces in Korea.

Negative Form
착용하지 않다 (to not wear) or 안 착용하다 (less common, usually '착용 안 하다').

If you travel to South Korea, 착용하다 is a word you will hear before you even leave the airport. It is the standard term used in all transportation-related safety announcements. When the pilot or flight attendant speaks over the intercom, they won't use the casual '매다' (to tie/fasten) for seatbelts; they will use 착용하다. Similarly, on the KTX high-speed train or city buses, digital screens often flash reminders about wearing masks or keeping seatbelts fastened during the journey.

Public Transportation
Announcements regarding seatbelts, masks, and emergency life vests.

비행기 이착륙 시에는 안전벨트를 착용해 주십시오.

Please wear your seatbelt during takeoff and landing.

Another major setting for this word is the workplace, particularly in industrial or medical sectors. In a hospital, doctors and nurses discuss the 착용 of PPE (Personal Protective Equipment). At a construction site, the foreman will shout about 안전모 착용 (wearing safety helmets). Even in a simple science lab at a university, the professor will insist that students 착용 their lab coats and goggles. It conveys a level of professional obligation that is understood by everyone in a structured environment.

Retail and Fashion
Used by sales associates when referring to high-end jewelry, watches, or technical sportswear.

모델이 착용하고 있는 귀걸이는 신제품입니다.

The earrings the model is wearing are a new product.

You will also hear this word in sports broadcasts. Commentators might mention a player 착용하다 a specific type of brace or protective gear after an injury. In news reports, when describing a suspect or a person of interest, the police might say '검은색 모자를 착용하고 있었다' (He was wearing a black hat). This formal phrasing is standard for official reports. By listening for this word, you can quickly identify whether a situation is formal, professional, or related to safety, helping you adjust your own level of speech accordingly.

Medical Context
Instructions for wearing hearing aids, braces, or specialized medical garments.

The biggest mistake learners make with 착용하다 is using it in overly casual situations or for basic daily clothing. While it is grammatically correct to say '티셔츠를 착용하다,' it sounds very strange and robotic in a casual conversation with friends. In everyday life, you should use 입다 (ip-da) for clothes. Using 착용하다 at home with your family would be like saying 'I am currently equipped with a cotton t-shirt' in English—technically true, but socially awkward.

Mistake 1: Over-Formality
Using '착용하다' for pajamas, casual socks, or basic underwear in a non-medical context.

❌ 집에서 잠옷을 착용해요. (Awkward)
✅ 집에서 잠옷을 입어요. (Natural)

Another common error is confusing 착용하다 with the specific verbs for accessories. Korean has a rich system of verbs: 쓰다 (hats/glasses), 신다 (shoes), 끼다 (gloves/rings), and 차다 (watches/belts). Beginners often try to replace all of these with 착용하다 because it seems easier to remember one word. However, in natural speech, failing to use the specific verb makes you sound less fluent. 착용하다 should be reserved for formal announcements or when the 'gear' aspect is emphasized.

Mistake 2: Specificity Gap
Using '착용하다' when a more natural specific verb like '신다' (for shoes) is expected in daily talk.

❌ 운동화를 착용하고 공원에 갔어요. (Stilted)
✅ 운동화를 신고 공원에 갔어요. (Correct)

Finally, learners sometimes forget that 착용하다 is a 'doing' verb. If you want to describe the *result* of wearing something (the state), you must use ~고 있다. Simply saying '마스크를 착용해요' usually implies a habit or a general rule ('I wear masks' or 'One wears masks'), whereas '마스크를 착용하고 있어요' means 'I am wearing a mask right now.' Misusing the tense can lead to confusion about whether you are currently following a rule or just stating the rule itself.

Mistake 3: Tense Confusion
Using the simple present '착용합니다' when you mean to describe your current state of wearing something.

Understanding 착용하다 requires comparing it to the 'Big Five' specific wearing verbs in Korean. Each of these is used for a different part of the body or type of item. While 착용하다 can technically replace many of them in formal writing, knowing when to use the specific alternative is the key to sounding like a native speaker. Let's break down the comparisons to see where 착용하다 fits in the hierarchy of Korean vocabulary.

Comparison: 착용하다 vs. 입다 (Ip-da)
'입다' is the general verb for clothing (shirts, pants, coats). '착용하다' is for gear. You '입다' a sweater, but you '착용하다' a bulletproof vest.

코트를 입다 (Casual/Standard) vs. 제복을 착용하다 (Formal/Uniform).

The next major distinction is with 쓰다 (Sseu-da), used for things on the head (hats, glasses) and 신다 (Sin-da) for things on the feet (shoes, socks). In a formal report, a police officer might say '피의자가 모자를 착용했다' (The suspect wore a hat), but in a storybook, it would always be '모자를 썼다.' Similarly, 끼다 (Kki-da) is for things that fit tightly (rings, gloves, lenses). While you can '착용하다' lenses in a medical brochure, you '끼다' them in your bathroom every morning.

Comparison: 착용하다 vs. 차다 (Cha-da)
'차다' is for things fastened around the wrist, waist, or ankles (watches, belts, handcuffs). '착용하다' is the professional way to describe these items in a commercial or news setting.

시계를 차다 (Daily) vs. 고가의 시계를 착용하다 (Formal/Luxury).

Finally, consider 장착하다 (Jang-chak-ha-da). This word is even more technical than 착용하다. It means 'to equip' or 'to install' and is often used for machinery or high-tech military gear. If you are '착용하다' a helmet, you are just wearing it. If you '장착하다' a camera onto the helmet, you are mounting or installing it. Understanding these subtle shifts in vocabulary allows you to describe the world with precision, moving beyond simple 'wearing' to specific actions of equipping, fastening, and mounting.

Summary Table
1. 입다: Clothes. 2. 신다: Footwear. 3. 쓰다: Headwear/Glasses. 4. 끼다: Rings/Gloves. 5. 차다: Watches/Belts. 6. 착용하다: Formal/Gear/Universal.
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Ejemplos por nivel

1

마스크를 착용하세요.

Please wear a mask.

Imperative form (standard polite).

2

헬멧을 착용해요.

I wear a helmet.

Present tense (polite).

3

시계를 착용했어요.

I wore a watch.

Past tense.

4

안경을 착용합니까?

Do you wear glasses?

Interrogative formal.

5

안전벨트를 착용하세요.

Please wear your seatbelt.

Formal request.

6

장갑을 착용해요.

I am wearing gloves.

Simple present.

7

반지를 착용하고 싶어요.

I want to wear a ring.

~고 싶다 (want to).

8

이것을 착용해 보세요.

Try wearing this.

~어/아 보다 (try doing).

1

자전거를 탈 때는 헬멧을 착용해야 합니다.

You must wear a helmet when riding a bike.

~해야 하다 (must/should).

2

실험실에서 보호복을 착용했습니다.

I wore protective clothing in the lab.

Formal past tense.

3

그녀는 예쁜 귀걸이를 착용하고 있어요.

She is wearing pretty earrings.

~고 있다 (progressive state).

4

수영장에서는 수영모를 착용해야 해요.

You have to wear a swim cap in the pool.

Requirement context.

5

콘택트렌즈를 착용해 본 적이 있나요?

Have you ever tried wearing contact lenses?

~본 적이 있다 (experience).

6

추운 날씨에는 목도리를 착용하세요.

Wear a scarf in cold weather.

Recommendation.

7

안전화를 착용하는 것이 중요합니다.

It is important to wear safety shoes.

~는 것이 중요하다 (It is important to...).

8

그는 안경을 착용하지 않습니다.

He does not wear glasses.

~지 않다 (negation).

1

작업 중에는 반드시 안전 장비를 착용하십시오.

Please wear safety equipment without fail during work.

Formal imperative -십시오.

2

승객들은 안전벨트 착용 여부를 확인받았습니다.

Passengers had their seatbelt usage checked.

Noun form 착용 used with 여부 (whether or not).

3

이 시계는 착용감이 아주 좋습니다.

This watch has a very good wearing feel (comfort).

Compound noun 착용감.

4

수술실에 들어가기 전 마스크를 착용해야 합니다.

You must wear a mask before entering the operating room.

~기 전에 (before doing).

5

청력 보호를 위해 귀마개를 착용했습니다.

I wore earplugs to protect my hearing.

~를 위해 (for the sake of).

6

그 배우는 영화에서 화려한 의상을 착용했습니다.

The actor wore a magnificent costume in the movie.

Formal description of clothes.

7

스마트워치를 착용하면 건강 관리가 쉬워집니다.

Wearing a smartwatch makes health management easier.

~하면 (if/when).

8

현장 방문 시 안전모 착용이 필수입니다.

Wearing a hard hat is mandatory when visiting the site.

Noun usage in a formal rule.

1

검찰은 피의자가 범행 당시 마스크를 착용했다고 밝혔습니다.

The prosecution stated that the suspect was wearing a mask at the time of the crime.

Indirect quotation ~다고 밝히다.

2

이 렌즈는 장시간 착용해도 눈이 피로하지 않습니다.

These lenses do not make the eyes tired even if worn for a long time.

~어도 (even if).

3

구명조끼를 올바르게 착용하는 방법을 설명해 드리겠습니다.

I will explain how to wear the life vest correctly.

~는 방법 (way of doing).

4

그는 신분을 숨기기 위해 가발을 착용했습니다.

He wore a wig to hide his identity.

~기 위해 (in order to).

5

운동선수들은 부상 방지를 위해 보호대를 착용합니다.

Athletes wear guards to prevent injuries.

General factual statement.

6

전통 혼례복을 착용하는 절차는 매우 복잡합니다.

The procedure for wearing traditional wedding attire is very complex.

Noun phrase as subject.

7

최근 웨어러블 기기를 착용하는 사람들이 늘고 있습니다.

The number of people wearing wearable devices has been increasing recently.

~고 있다 (progressive change).

8

보석을 착용한 모델이 런웨이를 걷고 있습니다.

A model wearing jewelry is walking down the runway.

Participial use (modifying a noun).

1

법정에서는 법복을 착용하는 것이 법관의 의무입니다.

In court, it is the duty of a judge to wear judicial robes.

Formal duty expression.

2

방독면 착용 훈련은 화학전 상황에 대비하기 위함입니다.

Gas mask wearing drills are for preparing for chemical warfare situations.

Noun-heavy academic style.

3

착용자의 편의를 고려한 인체공학적 설계가 돋보입니다.

The ergonomic design, which considers the wearer's convenience, stands out.

Genitive case (착용자의).

4

그는 훈장을 가슴에 착용하고 시상식에 참석했습니다.

He attended the awards ceremony wearing a medal on his chest.

Formal event description.

5

전자발찌 착용 대상자가 주거지를 이탈했습니다.

A person subject to wearing an electronic anklet has left their residence.

Legal/Police terminology.

6

청각 장애인을 위한 보청기 착용 지원 사업이 확대되고 있습니다.

The support project for wearing hearing aids for the hearing impaired is expanding.

Social policy context.

7

특수 제작된 잠수복을 착용하고 심해를 탐사했습니다.

They explored the deep sea wearing specially manufactured diving suits.

Past narrative.

8

완장을 착용한 관리자가 현장을 통제하고 있습니다.

A manager wearing an armband is controlling the site.

Specific item '완장' (armband).

1

보호 장구의 미착용으로 인한 사고는 전적으로 본인의 책임입니다.

Accidents caused by the failure to wear protective equipment are entirely one's own responsibility.

Prefix 미- (non/un-).

2

전통 의복의 착용 방식은 시대에 따라 끊임없이 변모해 왔습니다.

The methods of wearing traditional clothing have constantly transformed according to the era.

Historical/Sociological analysis.

3

착용감이 거의 느껴지지 않을 정도로 가벼운 소재를 사용했습니다.

They used a material so light that the wearing sensation is almost unfelt.

~을 정도로 (to the extent that).

4

우주복 착용 절차는 단 한 치의 오차도 허용되지 않는 정밀한 과정입니다.

The procedure for donning a spacesuit is a precise process that allows for not even a single inch of error.

High-level technical description.

5

신체 일부처럼 느껴지도록 설계된 의수 착용은 혁신적인 변화를 가져왔습니다.

The wearing of prosthetic hands designed to feel like a part of the body has brought about innovative changes.

~도록 (so that/in a way that).

6

해당 제품은 장기 착용 시 발생할 수 있는 부작용을 최소화했습니다.

This product has minimized the side effects that can occur during long-term wear.

Compound noun 장기 착용 (long-term wear).

7

권위의 상징인 왕관을 착용하는 행위는 고대 사회에서 신성시되었습니다.

The act of wearing a crown, a symbol of authority, was considered sacred in ancient societies.

Passive form 신성시되다.

8

가상 현실 기기를 착용함으로써 우리는 시공간의 제약을 뛰어넘습니다.

By wearing virtual reality devices, we transcend the constraints of time and space.

~함으로써 (by doing).

Colocaciones comunes

마스크를 착용하다
안전벨트를 착용하다
헬멧을 착용하다
액세서리를 착용하다
보호구를 착용하다
안경을 착용하다
장갑을 착용하다
구명조끼를 착용하다
정복을 착용하다
렌즈를 착용하다
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