오래된
You might already know the Korean word for 'old' or 'aged', which is 오래되다 (oraedoeda). This is the base form of the word, and it’s a verb.
When you want to describe a noun, like an old house or an old friend, you need to use the adjective form. That's where 오래된 (oraedoen) comes in! You simply attach -ㄴ/은 (-n/eun) to the verb stem to make it an adjective that can directly modify a noun.
So, you would say 오래된 집 (oraedoen jip) for 'an old house' or 오래된 친구 (oraedoen chingu) for 'an old friend'. This is a super practical way to talk about things that have been around for a while!
When we talk about things, places, or even feelings that have existed for a long time, we use '오래된'. It's not about someone's age like '늙은' (neulgeun) which is for people. Think of '오래된' as 'long-standing' or 'aged' for inanimate objects or concepts.
For example, you might say '오래된 친구' (oraedoen chingu) for a long-time friend, or '오래된 집' (oraedoen jip) for an old house. It emphasizes the duration something has been around. This word is very practical for describing many everyday things.
오래된 en 30 secondes
- Describes things that are old, not people.
- Often implies wear and tear or a sense of history.
- Commonly used for objects, buildings, or traditions.
§ Understanding 오래된
The Korean adjective 오래된 (o-rae-doen) means 'to be old' or 'to be aged'. It's used for things that have existed for a long time, emphasizing their age rather than their condition. Think of it as 'long-standing' or 'long-ago'. It's a common word you'll hear in everyday Korean conversations.
- Korean Word
- 오래된 (o-rae-doen)
- Grammar Type
- Adjective
- CEFR Level
- A2
- Definition
- To be old, to be aged. Refers to something that has existed for a long time.
§ Examples of 오래된 in Use
이것은 정말 오래된 책이에요.
Translation hint: This is a really old book.
오래된 친구들을 만났어요.
Translation hint: I met old friends (friends I've known for a long time).
그 집은 오래된 건물입니다.
Translation hint: That house is an old building.
§ Similar Words and When to Use 오래된 vs. Alternatives
Korean has a few words that can translate to 'old' in English, but they carry different nuances. Understanding these differences will help you sound more natural.
오래된 (o-rae-doen): As we've discussed, this focuses on the duration something has existed. It literally means 'having become a long time' and is used for objects, places, or relationships that have a history. It doesn't necessarily imply decay or bad condition, just age.
낡은 (nalgeun): This adjective also means 'old,' but it emphasizes wear and tear, or a deteriorated condition due to age or use. If something is worn out, dilapidated, or shabby because it's old, then 낡은 is the better choice.
늙은 (neulgeun): This word is specifically used for living beings, primarily people and sometimes animals, to describe them as 'old' in terms of their life span. It implies the biological process of aging. Using it for inanimate objects would sound very unnatural.
낡은 옷을 버렸어요.
Translation hint: I threw away old (worn-out) clothes.
낡은 가방은 더 이상 쓸 수 없어요.
Translation hint: I can't use the old (worn-out) bag anymore.
늙은 할머니가 길을 건너고 있었어요.
Translation hint: An old grandmother was crossing the street.
늙은 개는 잠을 많이 자요.
Translation hint: The old dog sleeps a lot.
Le savais-tu ?
The word '오래' (orae) means 'a long time' or 'for a long time', and '되다' (doeda) means 'to become' or 'to be'. So, '오래되다' literally means 'to become a long time' or 'to have been for a long time', which naturally translates to 'to be old' when referring to objects or things that have existed for a considerable duration.
Guide de prononciation
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오래된 is a descriptive adjective. It directly modifies nouns without needing additional particles. For example, '오래된 집' (an old house).
이것은 오래된 책입니다. (This is an old book.)
When used in a sentence with a verb, 오래된 often appears with the verb 이다 (to be). For example, '그 집은 오래된 것입니다' (That house is an old one).
저 차는 아주 오래된 것이에요. (That car is very old.)
오래된 can describe objects, places, or even concepts that have existed for a long time. It typically doesn't describe people's age, for which different terms like 나이가 많은 are used.
우리 동네에는 오래된 나무가 많아요. (There are many old trees in our neighborhood.)
When referring to 'something old' as a general concept, you can use 오래된 것. For example, '오래된 것을 좋아해요' (I like old things).
오래된 노래를 듣는 것을 좋아해요. (I like listening to old songs.)
오래된 can also be used in more figurative contexts to describe traditions or habits that have a long history. For example, '오래된 전통' (an old tradition).
그것은 우리 가족의 오래된 습관입니다. (That is an old habit of our family.)
Exemples par niveau
이 옷은 오래됐어요.
This clothing is old.
오래됐어요 is the common contracted form of 오래되었어요.
저 집은 오래됐어요.
That house is old.
오래됐어요 is the common contracted form of 오래되었어요.
오래된 가구예요.
It's old furniture.
오래된 + noun. 오래된 is the adjective form.
오래된 친구예요.
It's an old friend (long-time friend).
오래된 + noun. 오래된 is the adjective form. Used to describe someone you've known for a long time.
오래된 사진이에요.
It's an old picture.
오래된 + noun. 오래된 is the adjective form.
이 책은 오래됐어요.
This book is old.
오래됐어요 is the common contracted form of 오래되었어요.
오래된 노래를 들어요.
I listen to old songs.
오래된 + noun. 오래된 is the adjective form.
오래된 이야기예요.
It's an old story.
오래된 + noun. 오래된 is the adjective form.
그 오토바이는 오래되었어요.
That motorcycle is old.
이 옷은 오래됐지만 입을 수 있어요.
These clothes are old but I can wear them.
저 오래된 건물은 박물관이에요.
That old building is a museum.
오래된 영화를 보는 것을 좋아해요.
I like watching old movies.
오래된 친구를 만났어요.
I met an old friend.
이 책은 오래된 책이에요.
This book is an old book.
그 노래는 오래된 노래예요.
That song is an old song.
오래된 컴퓨터를 버렸어요.
I threw away the old computer.
그 오토바이는 오래되었지만 잘 작동해요.
That motorcycle is old, but it works well.
이 오래된 책에서 재미있는 사실을 발견했어요.
I found interesting facts in this old book.
저는 오래된 영화 보는 것을 좋아해요.
I like watching old movies.
우리 할머니 댁은 오래된 한옥이에요.
My grandmother's house is an old traditional Korean house.
오래된 물건을 버리지 않고 다시 사용하는 것이 환경에 좋아요.
It's good for the environment to reuse old things instead of throwing them away.
이 오래된 다리는 역사의 중요한 부분이에요.
This old bridge is an important part of history.
오래된 친구와 만나서 옛날 이야기를 했어요.
I met an old friend and we talked about old times.
그 회사는 오래된 기술을 사용해서 제품을 만들어요.
That company uses old technology to make products.
Modèles grammaticaux
Expressions idiomatiques
"오래된 습관"
An old habit
오래된 습관은 바꾸기 어려워요.
neutral"오래된 친구"
An old friend
저는 오래된 친구와 점심을 먹었어요.
neutral"오래된 건물"
An old building
저 오래된 건물은 역사가 깊어요.
neutral"오래된 생각"
An old thought/idea
그건 이제 오래된 생각이에요.
neutral"오래된 이야기"
An old story
할머니가 오래된 이야기를 해주셨어요.
neutral"오래된 기억"
An old memory
그것은 오래된 기억 속에 있어요.
neutral"오래된 책"
An old book
도서관에서 오래된 책을 찾았어요.
neutral"오래된 전통"
An old tradition
이 마을에는 오래된 전통이 있어요.
neutral"오래된 노래"
An old song
저는 오래된 노래를 듣는 것을 좋아해요.
neutral"오래된 농담"
An old joke
그건 너무 오래된 농담이에요.
neutralStructures de phrases
오래된 + noun (object)
저는 오래된 집을 좋아해요. (I like old houses.)
오래된 + noun (object)
이것은 오래된 책이에요. (This is an old book.)
Subject + 오래된 + noun (object) + Verb
그는 오래된 시계를 가지고 있어요. (He has an old watch.)
오래된 + noun (subject) + Verb
오래된 건물이 많아요. (There are many old buildings.)
Subject + 오래된 + noun (object) + 입니다/입니다
저것은 오래된 컴퓨터입니다. (That is an old computer.)
오래된 + noun + (이/가) + 아니다
이것은 오래된 것이 아니에요. (This is not an old thing.)
Subject + 오래된 + noun (object) + 을/를 + Verb
저는 오래된 옷을 버렸어요. (I threw away old clothes.)
Subject + 오래된 + noun (object) + 에서 + Verb
그는 오래된 가게에서 일해요. (He works at an old shop.)
Origine du mot
Native Korean
Sens originel : To be of a long duration, to be old in terms of time
KoreanicContexte culturel
In Korean culture, things that are '오래된' (oraedoen) often carry a sense of history, tradition, and sometimes even a certain charm or value. For instance, '오래된 친구' (oraedoen chingu) refers to an old friend, signifying a deep and long-standing relationship. While it can simply mean old, it often implies something that has stood the test of time, whether it's a building, a tradition, or a piece of furniture.
Questions fréquentes
10 questionsYou can say 오래된 집 (oraedoen jip), meaning 'an old house.' It's straightforward: 오래된 goes before the noun it describes.
While it literally means 'old,' it's generally not used for people. For an old person, you'd typically use 나이가 많은 (naiga manheun) which means 'many in age,' or 늙은 (neulgeun) for 'aged.' 오래된 is more for inanimate objects or things.
Yes, there's a subtle but important difference. 오래된 means something has existed for a long time, so it's 'old' in terms of age. 낡은 means something is old and worn out, perhaps even broken. For example, a vintage car could be 오래된 (old in age) but not 낡은 (worn out) if it's well-maintained.
The most common opposite is 새로운 (saeroun), meaning 'new.' So, 오래된 집 (old house) versus 새로운 집 (new house).
Certainly. Here's an example: 저는 오래된 책을 좋아해요. (Jeoneun oraedoen chaekeul joahaeyo.) This means 'I like old books.' The structure is simply 오래된 + noun + verb.
Yes, it can. If you want to say 'old-fashioned style,' you could say 오래된 스타일 (oraedoen seutail). It conveys the sense of something having been around for a long time and thus being traditional or vintage.
It's generally neutral, but the context can make it lean one way or another. An 오래된 친구 (oraedoen chingu - old friend) is usually positive, indicating a long-standing friendship. An 오래된 건물 (oraedoen geonmul - old building) could be positive (historic) or negative (dilapidated) depending on the situation.
You can say 이것은 정말 오래됐어요. (Igeoseun jeongmal oraedwaesseoyo.) The verb form is 오래되다 (oraedoeda), and here it's conjugated to the past tense, meaning 'it became old' or 'it has been old.'
You would ask 이것은 오래됐어요? (Igeoseun oraedwaesseoyo?) or more simply, 이것 오래됐어? (Igeot oraedwaesseo?) in an informal setting. The '어요' ending makes it polite.
While not a strict idiom, a common phrase is 오래된 이야기 (oraedoen iyagi), which means 'an old story' or 'a familiar story.' It's often used when something has been discussed many times before.
Teste-toi 72 questions
Choose the sentence where '오래된' is used correctly to describe something old.
The sentence '이것은 오래된 나무입니다.' directly translates to 'This is an old tree,' which is a correct usage of '오래된.'
Which of the following would you describe as '오래된'?
'오래된' means old or aged. Among the options, '오래된 책' (old book) is the only item that fits this description.
What is the opposite meaning of '오래된'?
'오래된' means old. The direct opposite of old is new, which is '새로운' in Korean.
You can use '오래된' to describe a very old person.
'오래된' can be used to describe people, especially when referring to their age, meaning 'aged' or 'elderly.' For example, '오래된 할머니' means 'an old grandmother.'
The sentence '이 시계는 오래된 시계입니다.' means 'This watch is a new watch.'
The sentence '이 시계는 오래된 시계입니다.' translates to 'This watch is an old watch.' '오래된' means old, not new.
It is correct to say '오래된 사과' if the apple is no longer fresh.
You can use '오래된' to describe food that is no longer fresh or has been around for a long time. So, an 'old apple' (오래된 사과) implies it's not fresh.
The adjective '오래된' comes before the noun '책'.
The adjective '오래된' describes '친구' (friend).
'매우' means 'very' and modifies '오래된'.
저는 ___ 친구가 많아요. (I have many old friends.)
오래된 (oraedoen) means 'old' or 'aged', fitting the context of old friends.
이 건물은 아주 ___.
오래되었다 (oraedoeeotda) means 'it is old' and is the correct verb form for describing an old building.
그는 ___ 시계를 가지고 있어요. (He has an old watch.)
오래된 (oraedoen) modifies '시계' (watch) to mean 'old watch'.
저의 할머니는 ___ 집에 살아요. (My grandmother lives in an old house.)
오래된 (oraedoen) describes the house as being old.
이 책은 정말 ___ 이야기가 많아요. (This book has many old stories.)
오래된 (oraedoen) refers to stories that are old.
우리는 ___ 노래를 들었어요. (We listened to an old song.)
오래된 (oraedoen) describes the song as being old.
Choose the sentence where '오래된' is used correctly to describe an old object.
'오래된' is used here to describe the physical state of the shoes being aged and worn out, which fits the primary definition of the word for objects. The other options refer to 'old' in terms of duration of friendship, outdated ideas, or aged wine, which are also correct usages but the first option is a more direct application of 'old object' based on the core definition.
Which of the following sentences correctly uses '오래된' to mean something has existed for a long time?
In this sentence, '오래된' describes the store as having existed for a long time, making it the oldest. The other options use '오래된' in different contexts like past homework, a narrative, or a general preference for vintage items.
Which sentence uses '오래된' to describe an item that is worn out due to age?
Here, '오래된' clearly implies that the watch is not functioning because of its age, indicating it is worn out. The other sentences describe age without necessarily implying a worn-out condition.
You can use '오래된' to describe a person who is old in age.
'오래된' is typically used for objects or things that are old, aged, or have existed for a long time. For people, words like '나이가 많은' (older in age) or '늙은' (elderly/old, can be somewhat impolite depending on context) are generally used.
The phrase '오래된 친구' (old friend) uses '오래된' to mean a friend you've known for a long time, not a friend who is physically old.
When referring to '오래된 친구,' it implies a friendship that has endured for a long period, not the physical age of the friend. This is a common idiomatic usage.
If something is '오래된', it always means it is broken or not working.
While '오래된' can sometimes imply something is worn out or not working due to age, it doesn't always mean that. For example, '오래된 와인' (old wine) is often considered better, and '오래된 건물' (old building) can be well-maintained and functional.
The building is old, so it needs repairs. This order naturally progresses from the subject to the reason and then the need.
He met and talked with his old friends. The adjective '오래된' modifies '친구들' directly.
I found interesting information in an old book. '오래된' describes the book, and '흥미로운' describes the information.
다음 중 '오래된'과 가장 잘 어울리는 명사는 무엇입니까?
'오래된'은 주로 오래되어서 낡거나 세월의 흔적이 있는 것을 표현할 때 사용됩니다. 따라서 '낡은'이 가장 적절합니다.
이 문장에서 '오래된'이 사용될 수 없는 것은 무엇입니까? '그는 ___ 친구를 만나러 갔다.'
'오래된'은 '오랫동안 지속된'이라는 의미를 가지므로 '젊은'과는 반대되는 의미입니다.
다음 문장 중 '오래된'의 사용이 가장 자연스러운 것은 무엇입니까?
'오래된 이웃'은 오랫동안 이웃으로 지낸 사람을 의미하며, '오래된'의 의미와 자연스럽게 연결됩니다.
'오래된 건물'은 보통 지어진 지 얼마 안 된 건물을 의미합니다.
'오래된 건물'은 지어진 지 오랜 시간이 지난 건물을 의미합니다. 즉, 낡고 역사가 있는 건물을 뜻합니다.
'오래된 습관'은 쉽게 고치기 어려운 습관을 의미할 수 있습니다.
'오래된 습관'은 오랫동안 지속되어 굳어진 습관을 의미하며, 이러한 습관은 일반적으로 고치기 어렵습니다.
'오래된 기억'은 방금 일어난 일을 떠올릴 때 사용합니다.
'오래된 기억'은 과거에 있었던 일을 떠올릴 때 사용하며, 방금 일어난 일과는 반대되는 개념입니다.
This sentence describes a restaurant that is old but still serves excellent food. '그 식당은' (That restaurant) is the subject, followed by '정말 오래된 곳이지만' (is a really old place, but), and then '음식 맛은 변함없이 훌륭해요.' (the food taste is unfailingly excellent).
This sentence expresses a preference for finding new stories in old objects. '저는' (I) is the subject, '오래된 물건에서' (from old objects) is where the action happens, and '새로운 이야기를 찾는 것을 좋아합니다.' (like finding new stories).
This sentence indicates that many old artifacts are displayed in the museum. '박물관에는' (In the museum) sets the location, '아주 오래된 유물들이' (very old artifacts) is the subject, and '많이 전시되어 있습니다.' (are displayed a lot).
그들은 ___ 추억을 간직하고 있다.
문맥상 '오래된'이 가장 자연스럽게 과거의 추억을 의미합니다.
이 건물은 매우 ___ 것이어서 보존 가치가 높다.
건물이 '오래된' 것이기 때문에 보존 가치가 높다는 문맥이 자연스럽습니다.
그는 ___ 습관을 버리지 못하고 있었다.
'오래된 습관'은 오랫동안 해온 습관을 의미하며, 여기서 부정적인 뉘앙스를 가집니다.
박물관에는 ___ 유물들이 전시되어 있었다.
박물관에는 일반적으로 '오래된' 유물이 전시됩니다.
그녀는 항상 ___ 친구들을 소중히 여겼다.
'오래된 친구'는 오랫동안 알고 지낸 친구를 의미하며, 소중히 여긴다는 문맥과 잘 어울립니다.
이 동네는 ___ 가게들이 많아서 정겨운 분위기가 난다.
'오래된' 가게들이 많을 때 정겨운 분위기가 나는 경우가 많습니다.
The old painting is one of the museum's most valuable possessions.
Preserving old buildings is an important task that protects the city's history and culture.
Even with old friends, relationships are bound to change over time.
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이 오래된 책에서는 고대 문명의 흔적을 찾아볼 수 있습니다.
Focus: 오래된 책
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그는 오래된 전통을 현대적인 감각으로 재해석하여 새로운 예술을 창조했습니다.
Focus: 오래된 전통
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오래된 골목길을 걷다 보면 시간 여행을 하는 듯한 기분이 듭니다.
Focus: 오래된 골목길
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This sentence describes a restaurant that is old but still popular. The words are ordered to form a grammatically correct and meaningful sentence.
This sentence means 'He accidentally ran into an old friend on the street.' The words are arranged to create a natural flow in Korean.
This sentence translates to 'This building has a really old history, so it's worth preserving.' The order of words follows standard Korean sentence structure.
그들은 ___ 기억들을 되살리며 밤늦도록 이야기를 나누었다. (They talked late into the night, reviving old memories.)
문맥상 '기억'과 어울리는 '오래된'이 적절합니다.
그는 ___ 시계 하나를 소중히 간직하고 있었다. (He cherished an old watch.)
'소중히 간직하고 있었다'는 내용과 함께 '오래된'이 시계의 가치를 더합니다.
___ 건물이 현대적인 스카이라인 속에서 독특한 매력을 발산했다. (The old building exuded a unique charm amidst the modern skyline.)
현대적인 스카이라인과 대비되는 '오래된' 건물이 매력을 더한다는 의미입니다.
우리 동네에는 ___ 빵집이 하나 있는데, 그곳의 빵은 정말 맛있어요. (There's an old bakery in our neighborhood, and their bread is truly delicious.)
'오래된' 빵집이라는 표현은 전통과 맛을 연상시킵니다.
그 박물관에는 ___ 유물들이 많이 전시되어 있다. (Many old artifacts are displayed in that museum.)
박물관에는 주로 '오래된' 유물들이 전시됩니다.
그는 그의 할아버지로부터 물려받은 ___ 카메라를 여전히 사용하고 있다. (He still uses an old camera inherited from his grandfather.)
할아버지로부터 물려받은 것이므로 '오래된' 카메라가 문맥상 자연스럽습니다.
This old desk was used by my grandfather since he was young.
They say that old building is scheduled for redevelopment soon.
I had a great time traveling with old friends.
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이 오래된 시계는 할머니의 유품입니다.
Focus: 오래된 시계
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오래된 습관을 바꾸는 것은 정말 어렵습니다.
Focus: 오래된 습관
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오래된 노래를 들으면 옛 추억이 떠오릅니다.
Focus: 오래된 노래
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Summary
오래된 is used to describe objects or non-living things that are old or aged, not people.
- Describes things that are old, not people.
- Often implies wear and tear or a sense of history.
- Commonly used for objects, buildings, or traditions.
Exemple
이것은 아주 오래된 책입니다.
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