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B2 verb 7 دقیقه مطالعه

긍정하다

geungjeonghada

تمرین کن مثال‌ها نکات و راهنمایی‌ها 긍정하다 در ۳۰ ثانیه

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At the A1 level, you don't need to use the word '긍정하다' often. It is quite a difficult and formal word. Instead, you usually say '네' (Yes) or '맞아요' (That's right). Think of '긍정하다' as a very fancy way of saying 'Yes' to a big idea or a fact. For example, if a teacher asks if you finished your homework, and you say 'Yes,' you are affirming that you did it. In a storybook, if a king says 'Yes' to a law, the book might use '긍정하다.' Just remember that it means saying 'Yes' to something important.

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At the A2 level, you might see '긍정하다' in simple reading passages about feelings or school. It means to agree that something is true. It is different from '좋아하다' (to like). When you '긍정하다' something, you are not necessarily saying you like it, but you are saying it is true or real. For example, '그는 사실을 긍정했다' means 'He affirmed the fact.' You might also see '긍정적' which means 'positive.' If you are a positive person, people say you have a '긍정적인' mind. Try to recognize this word when you read news for students.

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At the B1 level, you should start understanding the difference between '긍정하다' and '동의하다.' While '동의하다' is for agreeing with a person's opinion, '긍정하다' is more about affirming a situation or a fact. You will encounter this word in intermediate listening materials, especially in interviews or discussions about social issues. It is a transitive verb, so it always needs an object like '사실' (fact) or '의견' (opinion). You can use it to sound more professional when you want to acknowledge that a certain point is valid in a discussion.

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At the B2 level, which is where this word belongs, you should be able to use '긍정하다' in both formal writing and debates. It is a key term for discussing philosophy, psychology, and academic theories. You should understand its nuance of 'positive affirmation.' For example, in an essay about self-esteem, you would use '자아를 긍정하다' (to affirm one's self). You should also be comfortable using it in the passive or noun-derived forms like '긍정적 검토' (positive review/consideration). It shows a high level of vocabulary control and an ability to discuss abstract concepts.

At the C1 level, you should master the subtle distinctions between '긍정하다,' '시인하다,' and '인정하다.' You will use '긍정하다' to describe the foundational acceptance of a premise in a complex argument. You should be able to recognize it in classical literature or modern legal texts where it denotes a formal affirmation of existence or truth. At this level, you might use the word to discuss the 'existential affirmation' of a character in a novel. Your usage should reflect an understanding of the word's Hanja roots and its role in logical discourse.

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At the C2 level, '긍정하다' is a tool for precise rhetorical expression. You can use it to distinguish between the mere acceptance of a fact and the active, value-laden affirmation of a life-principle. You will encounter it in high-level academic journals, particularly in the fields of phenomenology or legal philosophy. You should be able to use it to critique arguments, noting where a speaker 'affirms' a premise but fails to follow through on the logical consequences. Your mastery includes knowing exactly when this formal term is superior to its more common synonyms to convey authority and intellectual depth.

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تمرین کن مثال‌ها نکات و راهنمایی‌ها

긍정하다 در ۳۰ ثانیه

긍정하다 means to affirm or acknowledge something as true or valid, often used in formal or psychological contexts to show acceptance.
It is a transitive verb requiring an object, typically abstract nouns like 'fact,' 'value,' 'existence,' or 'opinion,' marked with 을/를.
While related to 'agreeing,' it specifically denotes the act of validating the truth or worth of a concept rather than just sharing an opinion.
The word is central to Korean discussions on positive thinking and self-acceptance, often appearing in literature, news, and academic writing.

The Korean verb 긍정하다 (geung-jeong-ha-da) is a sophisticated term primarily used to express affirmation, acknowledgment, or the act of viewing something in a positive light. While it is often translated simply as 'to affirm' or 'to say yes,' its usage in Korean society carries weight, particularly in formal, philosophical, or psychological contexts. It is derived from the Hanja characters 肯 (geung) meaning 'to agree' or 'to permit' and 定 (jeong) meaning 'to decide' or 'to settle.' Together, they form a concept of 'deciding to agree' or 'settling on the truth of a statement.'

Formal Affirmation: In legal or official settings, 긍정하다 is used when a party acknowledges the validity of a claim or a fact. It is more formal than '맞다고 하다' (to say it's right).

피고는 검찰의 기소 내용을 모두 긍정했다. (The defendant affirmed all the details of the prosecution's indictment.)

Beyond mere factual agreement, the word is central to the Korean concept of '긍정의 힘' (the power of positivity). In this sense, it describes an internal state of accepting life's circumstances or affirming one's own value. It is the opposite of '부정하다' (to deny or negate). When someone 'affirms life,' they are practicing 긍정하다 in a philosophical sense, looking past immediate hardships to find inherent value.

Psychological Context: In therapy or self-help, this word describes the process of accepting one's emotions or reality without judgment. It involves a conscious choice to validate an experience.

자신의 약점까지도 긍정하는 자세가 필요하다. (An attitude of affirming even one's own weaknesses is necessary.)

In academic writing, 긍정하다 is used to support a hypothesis or a previous researcher's findings. If a study 'affirms' a theory, it provides evidence that the theory is correct. This differs from '증명하다' (to prove) because 긍정하다 focuses more on the alignment or agreement with the existing idea rather than the mechanical process of proof.

Logical Assertion: In logic, to affirm a premise is to treat it as true for the sake of an argument. This is a common usage in debate and philosophy.

그는 상대방의 전제를 긍정하며 논리를 전개했다. (He developed his logic while affirming the opponent's premise.)

Using 긍정하다 correctly requires understanding its transitive nature. It almost always takes an object, marked by the particles -을 or -를. The object is typically an opinion, a fact, a value, or a state of existence. Because it is a '하다' verb, it follows standard conjugation patterns but is rarely used in very casual, 'half-talk' (banmal) settings unless discussing serious topics.

Object Collocations: Common objects include 사실 (fact), 가치 (value), 존재 (existence), and 의견 (opinion). You are affirming these specific entities.

우리는 삶의 모든 순간을 긍정해야 합니다. (We must affirm every moment of life.)

When used in the past tense, 긍정했다, it often implies a formal admission. For example, in a news report about a politician admitting to a scandal, the reporter might say they 'affirmed' the reports. In this context, it carries a nuance of 'confessing' or 'admitting' but with a more neutral, formal tone than '자백하다' (confess).

Conditional Usage: When using '-면' (if), it often appears in philosophical advice about self-acceptance.

자신을 긍정하면 세상이 다르게 보입니다. (If you affirm yourself, the world looks different.)

In the passive-like form or descriptive form, 긍정적이다 (to be positive) is much more common in daily life. However, in written essays (non-fiction), 긍정하다 is the preferred way to describe the act of a subject accepting a proposition. For instance, 'The author affirms the importance of education' would be '저자는 교육의 중요성을 긍정한다.'

Reporting Speech: It is often used with indirect speech patterns like '-다고 긍정하다' to report that someone affirmed a certain fact.

그는 그 소문이 사실이라고 긍정했다. (He affirmed that the rumor was true.)

You are unlikely to hear 긍정하다 while ordering coffee or chatting about the weather. Instead, this word lives in the realms of intellectual discourse, media, and professional environments. If you watch a Korean debate program (like '100-Minute Debate'), you will hear participants using this word to clarify their positions or to acknowledge the points made by their opponents. It is a tool for precise communication.

News and Media: Journalists use it to describe a spokesperson's reaction to allegations. '정부는 그 가능성을 긍정했다' (The government acknowledged/affirmed that possibility).

대변인은 기자의 질문에 고개를 끄덕이며 긍정의 뜻을 표했다. (The spokesperson nodded and expressed affirmation to the reporter's question.)

In the workplace, particularly during performance reviews or strategic meetings, a manager might '긍정하다' a subordinate's achievements or a new project's potential. It sounds much more professional than simply saying '좋아요' (It's good). It implies a formal evaluation and subsequent approval.

Documentary Narrations: Narrators use this word when discussing historical figures who 'affirmed' certain values or social changes.

그는 인간의 존엄성을 긍정했던 사상가였다. (He was a thinker who affirmed human dignity.)

Literature and poetry also utilize 긍정하다 to describe a character's internal journey toward acceptance. It often marks a turning point in a story where a protagonist stops fighting their fate and begins to work within it. In this sense, it is a very 'literary' verb that adds depth to the narrative.

Psychology Lectures: Professors use it to explain theories of self-actualization and the importance of affirming one's identity.

The most frequent mistake learners make with 긍정하다 is confusing it with 동의하다 (to agree). While they are related, 동의하다 is used when you share the same opinion as someone else ('I agree with you'). In contrast, 긍정하다 is about acknowledging the truth or existence of a fact or value. You don't '긍정' with a person; you '긍정' a statement or a reality.

Mistake: Using with People: Incorrect: '나는 너를 긍정해' (I affirm you - sounds like you are affirming their existence as a concept). Correct for agreement: '나는 네 의견에 동의해'.

비교:
1. 의견에 동의하다 (Agree with an opinion)
2. 사실을 긍정하다 (Affirm a fact)

Another common error is using 긍정하다 when 인정하다 (to admit/recognize) is more appropriate. 인정하다 often carries a nuance of 'reluctantly admitting' or 'recognizing merit.' 긍정하다 is more about the logical or philosophical 'yes.' If you want to say 'I admit I was wrong,' use 인정하다. If you want to say 'I affirm the value of this error,' use 긍정하다.

Overusing the Verb: Learners often use the verb where the adjective '긍정적' is needed. '긍정해!' (Affirm!) is rare; '긍정적으로 생각해!' (Think positively!) is common.

잘못된 표현: 그는 매우 긍정해요. (He affirms very much - awkward)
올바른 표현: 그는 매우 긍정적이에요. (He is very positive.)

To truly master 긍정하다, you must see how it sits alongside its linguistic neighbors. Depending on the level of formality and the specific nuance of 'saying yes,' you might choose a different word.

인정하다 (In-jeong-ha-da): To admit or recognize. Used for admitting mistakes or recognizing someone's skills. Example: '실력을 인정하다' (To recognize someone's skill).
시인하다 (Si-in-ha-da): To concede or admit a fact, often under pressure or in a legal context. It is more about 'not denying' than 'affirming value.'
확언하다 (Hwak-eon-ha-da): To affirm strongly or assert. This is used when you are making a bold statement of truth. Example: '그는 승리를 확언했다' (He affirmed/asserted his victory).

비교 분석:
- 긍정하다: '그것은 참이다' (Affirming truth/value)
- 동의하다: '나도 그렇게 생각한다' (Sharing an opinion)
- 수용하다: '그것을 받아들인다' (Accepting/receiving something)

In casual conversation, you'll likely use '맞다고 하다' (to say it's correct) or '그렇다고 하다' (to say it is so). 긍정하다 is the 'grown-up' version of these phrases, used when you want to sound precise or when the topic is abstract. If you are discussing the 'affirmation of life' (삶의 긍정), no other word will suffice.

확인하다 (Hwak-in-ha-da): To confirm or check. While affirming often involves confirmation, '확인하다' is the physical or logical act of checking, whereas '긍정하다' is the declaration of truth.

چقدر رسمی است؟

نکته جالب

The character 肯 (geung) originally depicted meat attached to a bone, symbolizing the 'core' or 'essential part' of something that one agrees with. It suggests a deep, bone-level acceptance.

راهنمای تلفظ

UK kɯŋ.dʑʌŋ.ɦa.da

US kɯŋ.dʒʌŋ.hɑ.dɑ

In Korean, stress is generally even across syllables, but a slight emphasis may fall on the first syllable '긍' to distinguish the word.

هم‌قافیه با

결정하다 (gyeol-jeong-ha-da) 선정하다 (seon-jeong-ha-da) 인정하다 (in-jeong-ha-da) 상정하다 (sang-jeong-ha-da) 한정하다 (han-jeong-ha-da) 감정하다 (gam-jeong-ha-da) 측정하다 (cheuk-jeong-ha-da) 제정하다 (je-jeong-ha-da)

خطاهای رایج

Pronouncing 'geung' like 'gung' (as in 'gun'). It should be closer to 'uh' with a tight throat.
Mixing up 'jeong' with 'jong'. Keep the vowel 'eo' open.
Over-aspirating the 'h' in 'hada'.
Pronouncing 'geung' as two syllables.
Stopping the sound between 'geung' and 'jeong'. It should flow smoothly.

سطح دشواری

خواندن 4/5

Common in news and books, but requires understanding of abstract concepts.

نوشتن 4/5

Needs correct object particles and formal context knowledge.

صحبت کردن 3/5

Verb form is rare in daily speech, but adjective form is very common.

گوش دادن 3/5

Easily recognizable due to its distinct 'geung' sound.

بعداً چه یاد بگیریم؟

پیش‌نیازها

인정하다 부정하다 사실 생각 맞다

بعداً یاد بگیرید

낙관적이다 염세적이다 수용하다 확언하다 철학

پیشرفته

운명애 실존주의 현상학 정언명령 합리화

گرامر لازم

Object Marker 을/를

사실을 긍정하다.

Indirect Quotation -다고

그는 그것이 맞다고 긍정했다.

Adjective formation -적이다

그는 매우 긍정적인 사람이다.

Adverb formation -적으로

문제를 긍정적으로 해결합시다.

Causative/Passive -되다

그의 주장이 사실로 긍정되었다.

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مثال‌ها بر اساس سطح

그는 고개를 끄덕이며 긍정했다.

He nodded and affirmed (said yes).

The verb ends in -했다 (past tense).

선생님이 내 말을 긍정하셨다.

The teacher affirmed what I said.

Honorific -시- is added to the verb.

이것은 긍정의 대답입니다.

This is an answer of affirmation (a 'yes' answer).

긍정 is used as a noun here.

그는 내 질문에 긍정했다.

He affirmed my question (said yes to it).

Object marker -에 is used for the question.

엄마는 나의 계획을 긍정하셨어요.

Mom affirmed my plan.

Polite ending -어요.

우리는 친구의 말을 긍정해요.

We affirm our friend's words.

Present tense.

긍정하는 마음이 중요해요.

An affirming heart is important.

-는 is the present adjective modifier.

그는 '네'라고 하며 긍정했다.

He said 'yes' and affirmed.

Indirect quote with -라고 하며.

그는 자신의 잘못을 긍정했다.

He affirmed (admitted) his mistake.

잘못 (mistake) is the object.

이 영화는 삶을 긍정하는 내용이다.

This movie is about affirming life.

삶 (life) is the object.

우리는 그 사실을 긍정해야 합니다.

We must affirm that fact.

-해야 합니다 (must do).

그는 그 소문이 맞다고 긍정했다.

He affirmed that the rumor was correct.

-고 긍정하다 (affirmed that...).

긍정하는 태도로 살아요.

Live with an affirming attitude.

태도 (attitude) is being modified.

그녀는 나의 의견을 긍정해 주었다.

She affirmed my opinion for me.

-어 주다 (to do something for someone).

모두가 그 계획을 긍정했습니다.

Everyone affirmed the plan.

Formal past tense -았습니다.

그는 질문에 대해 긍정의 뜻을 비쳤다.

He showed a sign of affirmation regarding the question.

긍정의 뜻 (meaning of affirmation).

그 연구 결과는 나의 가설을 긍정해 주었다.

The research results affirmed my hypothesis.

가설 (hypothesis) as the object.

그는 어떠한 상황에서도 삶을 긍정하려 노력한다.

He tries to affirm life in any situation.

-으려 노력하다 (try to...).

정부는 새로운 정책의 필요성을 긍정했다.

The government affirmed the necessity of the new policy.

필요성 (necessity) as the object.

그는 자신의 한계를 긍정하고 다시 시작했다.

He affirmed (accepted) his limits and started again.

한계 (limit) as the object.

우리는 상대방의 가치를 긍정할 줄 알아야 한다.

We must know how to affirm the value of others.

-을 줄 알아야 한다 (must know how to...).

작가는 인간의 선함을 긍정하는 글을 쓴다.

The writer writes texts that affirm human goodness.

선함 (goodness) as the object.

그는 자신의 존재를 긍정하기 시작했다.

He began to affirm his own existence.

-기 시작하다 (begin to...).

그의 보고서는 시장의 변화를 긍정하고 있다.

His report is affirming the changes in the market.

-고 있다 (progressive tense).

그 철학자는 고통조차도 삶의 일부로 긍정했다.

That philosopher affirmed even suffering as a part of life.

조차 (even) adds emphasis to the object.

피고인은 공소 사실을 대체로 긍정하는 분위기였다.

The defendant seemed to generally affirm the facts of the indictment.

대체로 (generally) modifies the action.

현실을 긍정하는 것이 변화의 첫걸음이다.

Affirming reality is the first step to change.

-는 것 (gerund/nominalizer).

그는 타인의 개성을 긍정할 줄 아는 성숙한 사람이다.

He is a mature person who knows how to affirm others' individuality.

개성 (individuality) as the object.

이 이론은 사회적 변화의 필연성을 긍정한다.

This theory affirms the inevitability of social change.

필연성 (inevitability) as the object.

과거를 긍정해야 미래로 나아갈 수 있다.

Only by affirming the past can you move toward the future.

-해야 ... 수 있다 (Only if... can...).

그는 회의에서 제기된 문제점들을 긍정했다.

He affirmed the problems raised during the meeting.

제기된 (raised/brought up) modifies problems.

우리는 민주주의의 가치를 긍정하는 사회에 살고 있다.

We live in a society that affirms the values of democracy.

가치 (value) as the object.

니체는 운명애를 통해 삶의 비극성까지 긍정하라고 가르쳤다.

Nietzsche taught to affirm even the tragic nature of life through Amor Fati.

비극성 (tragic nature) as the object.

그 논문은 기존 학설의 타당성을 전적으로 긍정하고 있다.

The thesis fully affirms the validity of the existing theory.

전적으로 (entirely/fully).

자기 긍정은 타인을 긍정하기 위한 전제 조건이다.

Self-affirmation is a prerequisite for affirming others.

-하기 위한 (in order to...).

그는 시대의 흐름을 긍정하며 새로운 예술 형식을 시도했다.

Affirming the flow of the times, he attempted new forms of art.

-하며 (while doing...).

법원은 원심의 판결이 정당함을 긍정했다.

The court affirmed that the original verdict was justifiable.

-음 (nominalizer) creates a noun clause.

이 사상은 인간의 주체적인 의지를 긍정하는 데 초점을 맞춘다.

This thought focuses on affirming the subjective will of humans.

-는 데 (in the act of...).

그는 죽음마저도 생의 완성으로 긍정하는 초월적 태도를 보였다.

He showed a transcendent attitude, affirming even death as the completion of life.

마저도 (even/including).

역사학자들은 그 유물의 진위 여부를 긍정했다.

Historians affirmed the authenticity of the artifact.

진위 여부 (authenticity/truth or falsehood).

본질적인 허무를 긍정함으로써 비로소 실존의 자유를 얻는다.

By affirming essential nothingness, one finally gains existential freedom.

-함으로써 (by doing...).

그 비평가는 작가의 파격적인 실험 정신을 긍정적으로 긍정했다.

The critic positively affirmed the author's unconventional experimental spirit.

파격적인 (unconventional/radical).

그는 자신의 모순된 내면을 있는 그대로 긍정하는 경지에 이르렀다.

He reached a stage of affirming his contradictory inner self exactly as it is.

있는 그대로 (as it is).

정치적 담론에서 상대의 논거를 긍정하는 것은 전략적 선택일 수 있다.

Affirming an opponent's argument in political discourse can be a strategic choice.

논거 (argument/grounds for logic).

우주는 그 자체로 완결된 질서를 긍정하고 있는지도 모른다.

The universe might be affirming a completed order in itself.

-는지도 모른다 (might be...).

그는 고통의 필연성을 긍정함으로써 고통으로부터 해방되었다.

He was liberated from suffering by affirming its inevitability.

해방되었다 (was liberated).

모든 존재의 개별성을 긍정하는 것이 진정한 관용의 시작이다.

Affirming the individuality of all beings is the beginning of true tolerance.

관용 (tolerance/forbearance).

현대 철학은 이성의 한계를 긍정하며 감성의 영역을 확장해 왔다.

Modern philosophy has expanded the realm of sensibility while affirming the limits of reason.

확장해 왔다 (has been expanding).

ترکیب‌های رایج

사실을 긍정하다

가치를 긍정하다

삶을 긍정하다

존재를 긍정하다

의견을 긍정하다

전적으로 긍정하다

긍정의 대답

현실을 긍정하다

타당성을 긍정하다

변화를 긍정하다

عبارات رایج

긍정의 힘

— The power of positivity. It refers to the belief that a positive outlook brings good results.

그는 긍정의 힘을 믿고 고난을 이겨냈다.

자기 긍정

— Self-affirmation. The act of accepting and valuing oneself.

자기 긍정이 부족하면 우울해지기 쉽다.

무조건적 긍정

— Unconditional affirmation. Accepting something without any caveats.

부모는 아이에게 무조건적 긍정을 보여주어야 한다.

긍정적 검토

— Positive review/consideration. Often used in business to mean 'we are likely to say yes.'

우리는 그 제안을 긍정적으로 검토 중입니다.

긍정의 아이콘

— An icon of positivity. Someone known for being extremely optimistic.

그는 우리 팀에서 긍정의 아이콘으로 통한다.

삶의 긍정

— Affirmation of life. A philosophical stance of embracing existence.

그의 시에는 삶의 긍정이 가득 담겨 있다.

긍정 회로

— Positive circuit (slang). Delusionally thinking everything will go well.

시험을 망쳤는데 벌써 긍정 회로를 돌리고 있니?

긍정 답변

— Affirmative answer. A formal 'yes.'

메일에 대한 긍정 답변을 기다리고 있습니다.

긍정 신호

— Positive signal. An indication that things are going well.

시장 지표가 긍정 신호를 보내고 있다.

현실 긍정

— Affirmation of reality. Accepting things as they are.

현실 긍정은 포기가 아니라 시작이다.

اغلب اشتباه گرفته می‌شود با

긍정하다 vs 동의하다

Use '동의하다' for sharing an opinion with someone; use '긍정하다' for affirming a fact or value.

긍정하다 vs 인정하다

Use '인정하다' to admit a mistake or recognize a skill; '긍정하다' is more about logical affirmation.

긍정하다 vs 시인하다

Use '시인하다' for formal admissions of truth (often negative ones) in legal contexts.

اصطلاحات و عبارات

"긍정의 꽃을 피우다"

— To make positivity bloom. To achieve a great result through an affirming attitude.

그는 절망 속에서도 긍정의 꽃을 피웠다.

Literary

"긍정으로 무장하다"

— To arm oneself with positivity. To prepare for challenges with an optimistic mind.

우리는 긍정으로 무장하고 경기에 임했다.

Motivational

"안 되면 조상 탓, 잘 되면 내 탓 (반대적 맥락)"

— Blaming ancestors if it fails, taking credit if it succeeds. Used to contrast with true '긍정'.

그는 긍정하기보다 남 탓만 하는 사람이다.

Informal

"하늘이 무너져도 솟아날 구멍이 있다"

— Even if the sky falls, there is a hole to escape through. A classic idiom of positive affirmation of hope.

긍정하는 마음을 가져라. 하늘이 무너져도 솟아날 구멍은 있다.

Proverb

"긍정의 눈으로 보다"

— To see through the eyes of positivity. To interpret things in a good way.

세상을 긍정의 눈으로 보면 모든 것이 달라 보인다.

Common

"밑져야 본전"

— At worst, you break even. Used to affirm trying something new positively.

긍정적으로 생각해 봐. 밑져야 본전이잖아.

Informal

"말이 씨가 된다"

— Words become seeds. Affirming good things makes them happen.

항상 긍정하는 말을 해라. 말이 씨가 되니까.

Proverb

"긍정의 물결"

— A wave of positivity. A spreading trend of affirmation.

그의 연설 이후 사회에 긍정의 물결이 일었다.

Journalistic

"긍정에 살고 긍정에 죽다"

— To live and die by positivity. To be extremely committed to an affirming lifestyle.

그는 정말 긍정에 살고 긍정에 죽는 사람이다.

Slang-like

"웃으면 복이 와요"

— Blessing comes to those who smile. An idiomatic way to express the result of affirming life.

늘 긍정하며 웃고 살아라. 웃으면 복이 온단다.

Proverb

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긍정하다 vs 부정하다

Opposite meaning, but sounds similar in structure.

긍정하다 is 'yes'; 부정하다 is 'no' or 'to deny'.

그는 사실을 긍정했고, 나는 부정했다.

긍정하다 vs 확정하다

Both end in -정하다.

확정하다 is to finalize or decide; 긍정하다 is to affirm.

날짜를 확정했다 vs 사실을 긍정했다.

긍정하다 vs 결정하다

Common verb ending in -정하다.

결정하다 is to make a choice; 긍정하다 is to agree with a truth.

진로를 결정했다 vs 삶을 긍정했다.

긍정하다 vs 산정하다

Both are formal -정하다 verbs.

산정하다 is to calculate; 긍정하다 is to affirm.

비용을 산정했다 vs 가치를 긍정했다.

긍정하다 vs 감정하다

Both are formal -정하다 verbs.

감정하다 is to appraise or judge value; 긍정하다 is to affirm truth.

보석을 감정했다 vs 의견을 긍정했다.

الگوهای جمله‌سازی

S-은/는 O-을/를 긍정하다

나는 친구의 의견을 긍정한다.

S-은/는 O-이/가 사실이라고 긍정하다

그는 소문이 사실이라고 긍정했다.

O-을/를 긍정하는 태도

삶을 긍정하는 태도가 필요하다.

O-을/를 긍정함으로써 ...

현실을 긍정함으로써 우리는 성장한다.

O-의 타당성을 긍정하다

학계는 이 이론의 타당성을 긍정했다.

본질적인 O-을/를 긍정하다

그는 인간의 본질적인 고독을 긍정했다.

O-마저도 긍정하다

그는 죽음마저도 생의 일부로 긍정했다.

긍정의 N

그는 긍정의 미소를 지었다.

خانواده کلمه

اسم‌ها

긍정 (Affirmation)

긍정문 (Affirmative sentence)

자기긍정 (Self-affirmation)

재긍정 (Re-affirmation)

فعل‌ها

긍정하다 (To affirm)

긍정되다 (To be affirmed)

صفت‌ها

긍정적 (Positive/Affirmative)

مرتبط

부정 (Negation/Denial)

인정 (Recognition)

동의 (Agreement)

확신 (Conviction)

낙관 (Optimism)

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نحوه استفاده

frequency

Common in written media, moderate in professional speech, rare in casual slang.

اشتباهات رایج

나는 네 의견에 긍정해. → 나는 네 의견에 동의해.
You 'agree' (동의) with an opinion in conversation. '긍정' is for formal affirmation of truth.
그는 매우 긍정해요. → 그는 매우 긍정적이에요.
To describe a person's personality, use the adjective '긍정적이다'.
실수를 긍정하다. → 실수를 인정하다.
When admitting a mistake, '인정하다' (recognize/admit) is much more natural.
긍정하게 생각하세요. → 긍정적으로 생각하세요.
Adverbs modifying 'think' should be '긍정적으로'.
나는 그를 긍정한다. → 나는 그의 가치를 긍정한다.
You affirm an attribute or concept, not usually a direct person as an object.

نکات

Use with -라고

When affirming a statement, use the pattern '[Statement]라고 긍정하다'. For example: '그는 그것이 옳다고 긍정했다'.

Pair with 부정하다

Learning 긍정 (yes) and 부정 (no) together will help you understand formal logic and grammar in Korean.

Professional Tone

In a job interview, use '긍정적으로 검토해 주셔서 감사합니다' to thank them for considering your application.

Not just 'Agree'

Remember that 긍정하다 is about the truth of the thing, not just your personal agreement with a person.

News Reports

When you see the word in news, look for the object. It will tell you exactly what fact the person is acknowledging.

Essay Hook

Starting an essay with '우리는 삶을 긍정해야 한다' is a classic way to introduce a philosophical topic in Korean.

Pronunciation Flow

Don't pause after '긍'. The 'ng' should transition smoothly into the 'j' of '정'.

Positive Mind

Koreans love the phrase '긍정 마인드'. Using this in conversation will make you sound very natural.

Hanja Roots

Knowing that 肯 means 'agree' and 定 means 'decide' helps you remember that this is a 'decided agreement'.

Avoid with People

Don't say '나는 너를 긍정해' to mean 'I like you.' It sounds like you are affirming their existence in a lab.

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روش یادسپاری

Think of 'Geung' as the sound of a 'Gong' signaling a 'Go' (yes). 'Jeong' sounds like 'Judge'. So, the 'Gong' of the 'Judge' affirms the truth.

تداعی تصویری

Imagine a big green 'OK' stamp being pressed onto a document labeled 'MY LIFE'. That stamp is '긍정'.

شبکه واژگان

긍정 (Root) 긍정적 (Adjective) 긍정문 (Grammar) 부정 (Antonym) 인정 (Synonym) 낙관 (Related) 동의 (Related) 확언 (Stronger)

چالش

Try to use '긍정하다' in a sentence about your favorite hobby today. For example: '나는 나의 취미 생활을 긍정한다' (I affirm my hobby life).

ریشه کلمه

Derived from Hanja (Sino-Korean characters). 肯 (즐거울 긍 / 기꺼이 할 긍) meaning 'to be willing' or 'to agree' and 定 (정할 정) meaning 'to decide' or 'to fix'.

معنای اصلی: To decide to agree or to fix one's mind on something being correct.

Sino-Korean

بافت فرهنگی

Be careful not to use '긍정하다' in cases of serious crime or tragedy where '인정하다' (admit) is more appropriate, as '긍정' can sound too 'happy' or 'supportive'.

While English speakers use 'positive' and 'affirm' in similar ways, '긍정하다' feels slightly more formal and heavy than 'to be positive' in English.

Book: '긍정의 힘' (Your Best Life Now by Joel Osteen, translated and highly popular in Korea). Song: Many K-pop songs use the word '긍정' to encourage fans (e.g., songs by groups like SEVENTEEN or Stray Kids often touch on self-affirmation). Philosophy: Nietzsche's 'Amor Fati' is often translated using '긍정' in Korean philosophy.

تمرین در زندگی واقعی

موقعیت‌های واقعی

Debates and Discussions

상대방의 논리를 긍정하다
전제를 긍정하다
부분적으로 긍정하다
타당성을 긍정하다

Psychology and Self-Help

자아를 긍정하다
상처를 긍정하다
현실을 긍정하다
자신의 가치를 긍정하다

Legal and Official Reports

사실 관계를 긍정하다
혐의를 긍정하다
진술을 긍정하다
결과를 긍정하다

Literary Criticism

작가의 세계관을 긍정하다
인간성을 긍정하다
비극을 긍정하다
생의 의지를 긍정하다

Business Strategy

시장 가능성을 긍정하다
제안을 긍정적으로 검토하다
성과를 긍정하다
변화의 필요성을 긍정하다

شروع‌کننده‌های مکالمه

"당신은 자신의 삶을 얼마나 긍정하며 살고 있나요?"

"상대방의 의견을 긍정하는 것이 대화에서 왜 중요할까요?"

"최근에 누군가 당신의 노력을 긍정해 준 적이 있나요?"

"실패를 긍정하는 것이 어떻게 성공으로 이어질 수 있을까요?"

"한국 사회에서 '긍정의 힘'은 어떤 의미를 가질까요?"

موضوعات نگارش

오늘 하루 중 내가 가장 긍정하고 싶은 순간은 언제인가요? 그 이유를 써 보세요.

나의 단점 중에서 내가 긍정하기 힘든 부분은 무엇인가요? 그것을 어떻게 긍정할 수 있을까요?

만약 내가 모든 상황을 긍정하는 사람이 된다면 내 삶은 어떻게 변할까요?

최근 뉴스에서 본 사실 중 우리가 긍정해야 할 변화는 무엇이라고 생각하나요?

누군가의 가치를 긍정해 주었을 때 느꼈던 감정에 대해 기록해 보세요.

سوالات متداول

10 سوال

Not usually. You don't 'affirm a person' in the sense of liking them. You affirm their 'existence' (존재를 긍정하다) or their 'value' (가치를 긍정하다). If you just like them, use '좋아하다'.

The verb form is a bit formal. You'll more likely hear '긍정적이야' (He's positive) or '맞아' (That's right). Use the verb in serious discussions.

긍정 (Affirmation) is accepting something as true or good. 낙관 (Optimism) is the belief that things will turn out well in the future.

Use '긍정적으로 생각하다'. You cannot say '긍정하게 생각해'.

Yes, but it's a formal admission of a fact, like in a court or a formal debate. For admitting a mistake to a friend, use '인정하다'.

Yes, in grammar classes. It means an 'affirmative sentence,' as opposed to a '부정문' (negative sentence).

In terms of truth, it just means 'yes.' But in modern Korean, it is almost always associated with a healthy, constructive, and positive mindset.

No, for approving documents or plans, use '승인하다' or '결재하다'.

It translates to 'self-affirmation' or 'self-acceptance.' It's a key term in Korean mental health discussions.

It is '긍정하셨습니다' (formal) or '긍정하셨어요' (polite).

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