Explanation at your level:
누구나 means 'everyone'. You use it when you talk about all people. For example, you can say '누구나 행복해요' which means 'Everyone is happy.' It is very easy to use!
At this level, you can use 누구나 to describe abilities. '누구나 할 수 있어요' means 'Anyone can do it.' It is a great word for making general statements about groups of people in your daily life.
As an intermediate learner, you will notice 누구나 is often used in contrast. For instance, '누구나 실수할 수 있어요' (Anyone can make a mistake). It helps you express universal truths and common human experiences effectively.
At the B2 level, you can use 누구나 to emphasize inclusivity in formal settings. '누구나 참여할 수 있는 행사' (An event that anyone can participate in). It adds a professional yet welcoming tone to your writing and speech.
In advanced contexts, 누구나 is used to discuss sociological or philosophical concepts. You might say '누구나 평등한 권리를 가진다' (Everyone possesses equal rights). Its usage here highlights the universality of the subject matter, making your arguments sound more robust and encompassing.
At the mastery level, you might encounter 누구나 in literature to evoke a sense of shared humanity. It functions as a bridge between the individual and the collective. Authors use it to draw the reader into a shared reality, emphasizing that the experience described is not unique but universal. It is a powerful tool for creating empathy.
واژه در 30 ثانیه
- Means everyone or anybody.
- Used in positive sentences.
- Neutral and very common.
- Do not use with negative verbs.
Hey there! Today we are looking at the word 누구나. Think of it as the Korean equivalent of 'everyone' or 'anybody.' It is one of those words you will hear constantly because it is so useful for making general statements.
When you use 누구나, you are saying that a specific action or state applies to every single person. It doesn't matter who they are; the rule or situation covers them all. It is a very inclusive word that helps you speak naturally about groups of people.
The word 누구나 is a compound formed from the interrogative pronoun 누구 (who) and the particle 나. In Korean, the particle 나 is added to interrogative words to turn them into indefinite pronouns.
Historically, this structure has been a staple in the Korean language for centuries. By adding 나, the question 'who?' transforms into 'whoever' or 'anyone.' It is a beautiful example of how Korean uses simple particles to expand the meaning of basic question words into broad, inclusive pronouns.
You can use 누구나 as the subject or object of a sentence. It is very common to see it paired with verbs that describe knowing, liking, or being able to do something. For example, '누구나 알다' (everyone knows) is a classic collocation.
The register is quite flexible. You can use it in a formal speech to say 'everyone is welcome' or in a casual conversation to say 'anyone can do this.' It is considered neutral, so you won't sound rude or overly stiff when using it in daily life.
While 누구나 is a pronoun, it appears in many set phrases. 1. 누구나 다 (everyone without exception). 2. 누구나 아는 사실 (a fact that everyone knows). 3. 누구나 할 수 있다 (anyone can do it). 4. 누구나 한 번쯤 (everyone at least once). 5. 누구나 마찬가지 (it's the same for everyone).
These expressions help you sound more like a native speaker. Using them adds emphasis to your sentences, showing that you are talking about a universal truth or a common experience that everyone shares.
Grammatically, 누구나 acts like a noun. It does not change form for pluralization because it is already inherently plural in concept. You don't need to add extra particles to make it plural; it works perfectly on its own.
Pronunciation is straightforward: noo-goo-nah. The stress is usually even across the syllables. It rhymes with words like 구나 (the ending) or 지나 (passing by). Just keep the rhythm steady and clear!
Fun Fact
The particle '나' is a very ancient way to denote 'any' in Korean.
Pronunciation Guide
Sounds like 'noo-goo-nah'.
Sounds like 'noo-goo-nah'.
Common Errors
- Mispronouncing the 'u' as 'oo' in 'book' instead of 'boot'.
- Adding a stop after 'nu'.
- Dropping the final 'a' sound.
Rhymes With
Difficulty Rating
Very easy to read.
Very easy to write.
Very easy to speak.
Very easy to hear.
What to Learn Next
Prerequisites
Learn Next
پیشرفته
Grammar to Know
Subject Particles
누구나가 (Incorrect)
Verb Endings
할 수 있다
Negative Forms
아무도 안 해요
Examples by Level
누구나 행복해요.
Everyone is happy.
Subject usage.
누구나 알아요.
Everyone knows.
Verb usage.
누구나 좋아요.
Everyone likes it.
Adjective usage.
누구나 여기에 와요.
Everyone comes here.
Location usage.
누구나 먹어요.
Everyone eats.
Action usage.
누구나 가요.
Everyone goes.
Verb usage.
누구나 봐요.
Everyone watches.
Verb usage.
누구나 웃어요.
Everyone laughs.
Verb usage.
누구나 할 수 있어요.
누구나 실수를 해요.
누구나 꿈이 있어요.
누구나 친구가 필요해요.
누구나 집에 가요.
누구나 노래를 불러요.
누구나 책을 읽어요.
누구나 공부를 해요.
누구나 그 사실을 알고 있습니다.
누구나 한 번쯤은 고민합니다.
누구나 노력하면 성공할 수 있어요.
누구나 환영하는 분위기입니다.
누구나 쉽게 이해할 수 있는 책입니다.
누구나 공감할 수 있는 이야기입니다.
누구나 똑같은 기회를 가집니다.
누구나 존중받아야 합니다.
누구나 납득할 만한 이유가 있습니다.
누구나 예외 없이 참여해야 합니다.
누구나 자신의 의견을 말할 권리가 있습니다.
누구나 한계에 부딪힐 때가 있습니다.
누구나 변화를 원할 수 있습니다.
누구나 과거의 기억을 가지고 있습니다.
누구나 잠재력을 가지고 있습니다.
누구나 미래를 꿈꿀 수 있습니다.
누구나 보편적으로 추구하는 가치가 있습니다.
누구나 사회적 책임에서 자유로울 수 없습니다.
누구나 인간으로서의 존엄성을 지닙니다.
누구나 역사의 흐름 속에 존재합니다.
누구나 자신만의 고유한 서사를 씁니다.
누구나 갈등 상황에서 선택을 강요받습니다.
누구나 내면의 목소리에 귀를 기울입니다.
누구나 시대의 변화를 체감합니다.
누구나 실존적 고독을 마주하는 순간이 옵니다.
누구나 운명의 수레바퀴 아래 놓여 있습니다.
누구나 타자의 시선으로부터 자유롭지 못합니다.
누구나 삶의 허무를 극복하려 애씁니다.
누구나 기억의 파편을 안고 살아갑니다.
누구나 언어라는 감옥에 갇혀 있습니다.
누구나 죽음이라는 필연을 향해 나아갑니다.
누구나 자기만의 우주를 구축합니다.
ترکیبهای رایج
Idioms & Expressions
"누구나 다 아는"
Common knowledge
그건 누구나 다 아는 이야기야.
casual"누구나 한 번쯤"
At least once for everyone
누구나 한 번쯤은 고민해본 문제다.
neutral"누구나 마찬가지"
Same for everyone
힘든 건 누구나 마찬가지야.
casual"누구나 할 것 없이"
Without exception
누구나 할 것 없이 모두 찬성했다.
formal"누구나 다"
Everyone without exception
누구나 다 알고 있는 사실이다.
neutral"누구나 예외 없이"
No exceptions for anyone
누구나 예외 없이 규칙을 따라야 한다.
formalEasily Confused
Both refer to people.
누구나 is positive, 아무도 is negative.
누구나 알아요 vs 아무도 몰라요.
Both mean everyone.
모두 is 'all', 누구나 is 'any person'.
모두가 왔다 vs 누구나 올 수 있다.
Root word.
누구 is a question, 누구나 is a statement.
누구예요? vs 누구나 알아요.
Both imply groups.
각자 is 'each', 누구나 is 'every'.
각자 하세요 vs 누구나 하세요.
Sentence Patterns
누구나 + Verb
누구나 웃어요.
누구나 + Verb + (으)ㄹ 수 있다
누구나 할 수 있어요.
누구나 + Adjective
누구나 행복해요.
누구나 + Noun + 이다
누구나 친구입니다.
누구나 + Verb + 기를 원한다
누구나 성공하기를 원합니다.
خانواده کلمه
Nouns
مرتبط
How to Use It
10/10
Formality Scale
اشتباهات رایج
The particle '가' is redundant because '누구나' already functions as a subject.
While '누구든' is a common contraction, '누구든지' is the standard full form.
Use '아무도' with negative verbs, not '누구나'.
You don't need to add '사람' to '누구나' as it already means 'every person'.
Usually used as a subject; adding object particles can sound unnatural.
Tips
Memory Palace
Imagine a stadium full of people; that's '누구나'.
Native Usage
Use it to make general claims.
Cultural Insight
Koreans love using it to be inclusive.
Grammar Shortcut
Don't add '가' after it.
Say It Right
Keep it rhythmic.
Don't Make This Mistake
Don't use it with negative verbs.
Did You Know?
It's one of the most common pronouns.
Study Smart
Pair it with '할 수 있다'.
Daily Practice
Use it in your journal.
Advanced Tip
Use it in formal essays.
Memorize It
Mnemonic
Noo-Goo-Nah: 'No' person is left out, 'Goo' (good) for everyone, 'Nah' (now) everyone knows.
Visual Association
A large circle encompassing everyone.
Word Web
چالش
Write 3 sentences today using '누구나'.
ریشه کلمه
Korean
Original meaning: Who + particle
بافت فرهنگی
None, it is a very neutral and safe word.
Directly maps to the inclusive 'everyone' or 'anybody'.
Practice in Real Life
Real-World Contexts
At school
- 누구나 공부해요
- 누구나 참여하세요
- 누구나 할 수 있어요
At work
- 누구나 의견을 낼 수 있습니다
- 누구나 환영합니다
- 누구나 똑같이 일합니다
Travel
- 누구나 올 수 있는 곳
- 누구나 좋아하는 장소
- 누구나 이용 가능
Social media
- 누구나 공감하는 글
- 누구나 보는 영상
- 누구나 참여 가능
Conversation Starters
"누구나 좋아하는 음식이 무엇인가요?"
"누구나 할 수 있는 취미가 있을까요?"
"누구나 가보고 싶은 여행지가 어디인가요?"
"누구나 공감할 수 있는 영화를 추천해주세요."
"누구나 노력하면 성공할 수 있다고 생각하나요?"
Journal Prompts
오늘 누구나 할 수 있는 작은 친절을 베풀었나요?
누구나 행복해지는 순간에 대해 써보세요.
누구나 실수를 한다는 것에 대해 어떻게 생각하나요?
누구나 꿈꾸는 미래의 모습은 어떤 것일까요?
سوالات متداول
8 سوالYes, it refers to all individuals.
No, use 아무도 instead.
It is neutral and safe for all situations.
They are almost identical in meaning.
No, it is grammatically redundant.
No, only for people.
Noo-goo-nah.
Who + particle na.
خودت رو بسنج
___ 행복해요.
누구나 means everyone.
What does '누구나 할 수 있어요' mean?
할 수 있어요 means can do.
Can '누구나' be used with a negative verb like '안 가요'?
Usually, '아무도' is used with negative verbs.
Word
معنی
Matches pronouns to meanings.
Standard sentence structure.
___ 실수를 합니다.
Everyone makes mistakes.
Which is most formal?
모든 사람 is slightly more formal.
Is '누구나' plural?
It refers to all people.
Word
معنی
Contrastive concepts.
Advanced sentence structure.
امتیاز: /10
Summary
누구나 is the perfect word to express that something applies to every single person.
- Means everyone or anybody.
- Used in positive sentences.
- Neutral and very common.
- Do not use with negative verbs.
Memory Palace
Imagine a stadium full of people; that's '누구나'.
Native Usage
Use it to make general claims.
Cultural Insight
Koreans love using it to be inclusive.
Grammar Shortcut
Don't add '가' after it.
مثال
누구나 실수를 할 수 있어요.
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대해
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~에 대해서
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정도
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위에
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절대적
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절대로
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우연히
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따라
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