예상대로
It means that something happened exactly in the way you thought it would.
Explanation at your level:
You use 예상대로 when something happens just like you thought. If you think, 'It will be sunny,' and it is sunny, you say, '예상대로 sunny!' It is a very simple way to show you were right.
This word is great for talking about plans. If you plan to meet a friend at 5 PM and they arrive at 5 PM, you say, '예상대로 he is on time.' It helps you connect your thoughts to the real world.
At this level, you can use 예상대로 to describe outcomes of events. It is common in sports or work reports. For example, '예상대로 the project finished early.' It adds a professional touch to your observations.
Use this to express nuance in your predictions. It is often used to validate your own judgment. You might say, '예상대로, the market trends shifted,' which shows you have been paying attention to details.
In advanced contexts, it serves as a bridge in logical arguments. You can use it to justify a conclusion: 'The results were 예상대로, confirming our initial hypothesis.' It is essential for academic or analytical writing.
At a mastery level, you understand the subtle weight of 예상대로. It implies a sense of foresight. It is frequently used in literary critiques or political commentary to highlight the inevitability of certain outcomes based on historical patterns.
واژه در 30 ثانیه
- Means 'as expected'.
- Used when reality matches your prediction.
- Neutral formality level.
- Commonly used in daily life and business.
Hey there! 예상대로 is a super useful word in Korean that basically translates to 'as expected' or 'as predicted'. It is a combination of 예상 (expectation/prediction) and 대로 (according to/as). Think of it as your way of saying, 'I knew it!'
You use this word whenever reality matches your thoughts. Whether you are talking about the weather, a sports game, or a test result, if it turns out the way you imagined, 예상대로 is your go-to word. It is very common in daily conversation and makes you sound much more natural when sharing your observations with friends.
The word 예상대로 is rooted in Sino-Korean (Hanja) characters. 예 (豫) means 'beforehand' or 'prepare', and 상 (想) means 'thought' or 'idea'. Together, 예상 literally means 'thinking about something before it happens'.
The particle 대로 is a native Korean structure meaning 'in accordance with'. By merging these, the language created a precise way to describe the alignment of mental projections with physical events. Historically, this structure has been used in formal documents and literature to emphasize logical consistency, but it has evolved into a staple of modern, everyday speech.
You can place 예상대로 at the very beginning of a sentence to add emphasis, or right before the verb. For example, saying '예상대로 비가 오네요' (As expected, it is raining) sounds very natural.
It pairs well with verbs like 되다 (to become), 끝나다 (to end), or 나오다 (to come out). It is a neutral word, so it works in both casual settings with friends and professional settings at work. Just remember: if your prediction was wrong, you wouldn't use this!
While 예상대로 is a standalone adverb, it is part of a family of 'prediction' phrases. 1. 예상외로 (unexpectedly) - the exact opposite. 2. 예상보다 (more than expected) - used when comparing outcomes. 3. 예상을 깨고 (breaking expectations) - an idiom for a surprise. 4. 예상치 못하게 (unforeseeably) - for sudden events. 5. 예상대로 흘러가다 (to go as planned) - a common phrase for projects.
Grammatically, 예상대로 acts as an adverbial phrase. It does not change form regardless of the subject or tense. Pronunciation-wise, be careful with the double consonant 'ㄷ' (ssang-digeut) in 대로, which should be pronounced with a bit of tension.
It rhymes loosely with words ending in '-ro' like 그대로 (as it is) or 마음대로 (as one pleases). Mastering the flow of the three syllables ye-sang-dae-ro will help you sound like a native speaker.
Fun Fact
It uses the same '예' character as '예약' (reservation).
Pronunciation Guide
Standard Korean pronunciation.
Standard Korean pronunciation.
Common Errors
- Mispronouncing the 'ㄷ' as a soft 'd'.
- Merging the syllables.
- Incorrect pitch on the last syllable.
Rhymes With
Difficulty Rating
Easy to read
Easy to write
Easy to say
Easy to hear
What to Learn Next
Prerequisites
Learn Next
پیشرفته
Grammar to Know
Adverbial usage
예상대로
Particle usage
대로
Sino-Korean roots
예상
Examples by Level
예상대로 날씨가 좋아요.
As expected, the weather is good.
Adverb + Noun/Verb
예상대로 맛있어요.
As expected, it is delicious.
Adverb + Adjective
예상대로 재미있어요.
As expected, it is fun.
Adverb + Adjective
예상대로 그가 왔어요.
As expected, he came.
Adverb + Subject + Verb
예상대로 쉬워요.
As expected, it is easy.
Adverb + Adjective
예상대로 끝났어요.
As expected, it finished.
Adverb + Verb
예상대로 비가 와요.
As expected, it is raining.
Adverb + Subject + Verb
예상대로 좋아요.
As expected, it is good.
Adverb + Adjective
예상대로 시험이 어려웠어요.
예상대로 결과가 나왔어요.
예상대로 그들은 늦었어요.
예상대로 영화가 슬펐어요.
예상대로 길이 막혀요.
예상대로 일이 잘 풀렸어요.
예상대로 그는 화를 냈어요.
예상대로 우리는 이겼어요.
예상대로 주가가 하락했습니다.
예상대로 회의가 길어졌어요.
예상대로 프로젝트는 성공적입니다.
예상대로 관객이 많이 왔어요.
예상대로 상황이 복잡해졌네요.
예상대로 결론에 도달했습니다.
예상대로 그는 정답을 맞혔어요.
예상대로 모든 것이 계획대로입니다.
예상대로 이번 분기 실적이 저조합니다.
예상대로 정책 변화가 시작되었습니다.
예상대로 여론의 반응은 차가웠어요.
예상대로 시스템에 오류가 발생했어요.
예상대로 전문가들은 동의했습니다.
예상대로 협상은 난항을 겪었어요.
예상대로 결과는 예측 범위를 벗어나지 않았어요.
예상대로 그는 예상을 뛰어넘는 실력을 보여줬어요.
예상대로 해당 변수는 결과에 유의미한 영향을 미쳤습니다.
예상대로 시장의 반응은 즉각적이고 냉담했습니다.
예상대로 사태는 더욱 악화일로를 걷고 있습니다.
예상대로 그 논리는 반박의 여지가 없었습니다.
예상대로 데이터는 일관된 패턴을 보이고 있습니다.
예상대로 정치적 담론은 양극화되었습니다.
예상대로 기술적 결함이 발견되어 수정을 거쳤습니다.
예상대로 이번 조치는 장기적인 이익을 가져올 것입니다.
예상대로 역사는 반복되는 경향을 보입니다.
예상대로 해당 문학 작품은 평단으로부터 극찬을 받았습니다.
예상대로 사회적 규범은 시대의 흐름에 따라 변모했습니다.
예상대로 철학적 논쟁은 합의점에 도달하지 못했습니다.
예상대로 경제적 불평등은 구조적 문제로 귀결되었습니다.
예상대로 인류의 진보는 항상 예기치 못한 부작용을 동반합니다.
예상대로 권력의 속성은 변하지 않는 상수와 같습니다.
예상대로 인간의 본성은 위기 상황에서 극명하게 드러납니다.
ترکیبهای رایج
Idioms & Expressions
"예상을 깨고"
Breaking expectations (contrary to prediction).
예상을 깨고 그가 우승했다.
neutral"예상 밖이다"
To be outside of expectations.
그의 반응은 예상 밖이었다.
neutral"예상을 뒤엎다"
To overturn expectations.
이번 결과는 예상을 뒤엎었다.
formal"예상대로라면"
If things go as expected.
예상대로라면 내일 도착할 거야.
neutral"예상치 못하게"
In an unforeseen way.
예상치 못하게 비가 왔다.
neutral"예상에 어긋나다"
To deviate from expectations.
모든 것이 예상에 어긋났다.
formalEasily Confused
Both start with 예상.
예상대로 is for expected, 예상외로 is for unexpected.
예상대로 이겼다 vs 예상외로 졌다.
Both involve expectations.
예상보다 is for comparison (more/less).
예상보다 길다 vs 예상대로 길다.
Both mean 'as expected'.
기대대로 focuses on hopes/wishes.
기대대로 잘했다.
Both refer to mental states.
생각대로 is more about personal will/thoughts.
생각대로 안 된다.
Sentence Patterns
예상대로 + Subject + Verb
예상대로 비가 왔다.
Subject + 예상대로 + Verb
그는 예상대로 성공했다.
예상대로 + Adjective
예상대로 맛있다.
예상대로 + Noun + (이/가) + Verb
예상대로 결과가 좋았다.
예상대로라면 + Sentence
예상대로라면 내일 끝난다.
خانواده کلمه
Nouns
Verbs
Adjectives
مرتبط
How to Use It
8
Formality Scale
اشتباهات رایج
예상대로 implies you knew it would happen.
예상보다 means 'more/less than expected'.
It is a single adverbial unit.
It must be a prediction that came true.
The correct spelling is '대로'.
Tips
Memory Palace
Imagine a 'Checkmark' sign whenever you say it.
Native Habit
Use it when you want to look smart about a prediction.
K-Drama Style
Say it with a confident smirk.
Placement
Keep it near the start for impact.
Stress
Slightly stress the 'dae' syllable.
Don't mix with 'surprise'
Only use for expected outcomes.
Hanja Power
Understanding '예' helps with '예약' (reservation).
Daily Journal
Write one '예상대로' sentence every night.
Particle check
Always '대로', never '데로'.
Contextualize
Link it to a specific event that happened today.
Memorize It
Mnemonic
Y-S-D-R: You See, Done Right!
Visual Association
Checking a box on a list that you already filled out.
Word Web
چالش
Make 3 predictions about your day tomorrow and use this word.
ریشه کلمه
Sino-Korean
Original meaning: Thinking beforehand according to plan.
بافت فرهنگی
None.
Directly maps to 'as expected'.
Practice in Real Life
Real-World Contexts
At work
- 예상대로 진행 중입니다.
- 예상대로 결과가 나왔습니다.
- 예상대로 문제 발생했습니다.
Sports
- 예상대로 우리가 이겼어요.
- 예상대로 경기가 치열하네요.
- 예상대로 그 선수가 골을 넣었어요.
Daily life
- 예상대로 날씨가 좋네요.
- 예상대로 길이 막히네요.
- 예상대로 맛있어요.
Academic
- 예상대로 데이터가 일치합니다.
- 예상대로 가설이 입증되었습니다.
- 예상대로 변수가 작용했습니다.
Conversation Starters
"오늘 날씨가 예상대로인가요?"
"예상대로 일이 잘 풀리고 있나요?"
"어제 경기 결과가 예상대로였나요?"
"예상대로 시험이 어려웠나요?"
"예상대로 모든 것이 계획대로 되나요?"
Journal Prompts
Write about something that happened today exactly as you predicted.
Describe a time when you were wrong and couldn't use '예상대로'.
Predict your next week and use '예상대로' to describe your plan.
How does it feel when things go '예상대로'?
سوالات متداول
8 سوالYes, but usually it refers to a result that has happened or is happening.
It is neutral and fits everywhere.
No, that would be incorrect usage.
Not really, but '역시' is a close alternative.
No, it is an adverb.
Yes, it is very common at the start.
예상외로 (unexpectedly).
Yes, very frequently.
خودت رو بسنج
___, it is raining.
It confirms the prediction.
What does '예상대로' mean?
It means the outcome matches the prediction.
You use '예상대로' when you are surprised.
It is used when you are NOT surprised.
Word
معنی
Matching antonyms.
Correct adverbial placement.
امتیاز: /5
Summary
If your guess matches the result, you can confidently say '예상대로'!
- Means 'as expected'.
- Used when reality matches your prediction.
- Neutral formality level.
- Commonly used in daily life and business.
Memory Palace
Imagine a 'Checkmark' sign whenever you say it.
Native Habit
Use it when you want to look smart about a prediction.
K-Drama Style
Say it with a confident smirk.
Placement
Keep it near the start for impact.
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