짐승
When you want to refer to an animal in Korean, a common word you'll hear is 동물 (dongmul). However, there's another word, 짐승 (jimseung), that specifically refers to animals that are wild or large, often with a nuance of being a 'beast' or a 'creature'.
You might encounter 짐승 in situations where the animal's untamed or primal nature is being emphasized. For instance, in stories or news about wild animals, or even sometimes metaphorically when describing someone acting in a very primal or wild way. While both 동물 and 짐승 translate to 'animal,' remember that 짐승 carries that specific connotation of a beastly or wild creature.
짐승 30 सेकंड में
- Animal, especially large/wild.
- Often used for 'beast'.
- Can imply untamed or savage.
§ Don't Confuse 짐승 with 동물 (dongmul)
Many English speakers learning Korean often wonder about the difference between 짐승 (jimsung) and 동물 (dongmul). While both translate to 'animal' in English, their connotations and usage are quite distinct. 동물 is the general, neutral term for 'animal,' covering everything from a pet hamster to a wild tiger. It's the most common and versatile word you'll use.
On the other hand, 짐승 carries a stronger, often more negative or primal connotation. Think of it as 'beast' or 'creature' rather than just 'animal.' It emphasizes the wild, untamed, or sometimes even crude aspects of an animal. It's less common to use 짐승 when talking about a cute puppy, for example.
- DEFINITION
- 동물 (dongmul): A general term for any animal.
제가 가장 좋아하는 동물은 고양이예요. (My favorite animal is a cat.)
§ Using 짐승 for Pets (Don't Do It!)
A common mistake for learners is to use 짐승 when referring to their beloved pets. This is almost always inappropriate and can sound quite jarring to a native Korean speaker. Imagine calling your fluffy cat or friendly dog a 'beast' – it just doesn't fit!
When talking about pets, you should use specific terms like 강아지 (gang-aji) for puppy/dog, 고양이 (go-yang-i) for cat, or a more general term like 반려동물 (ban-ryeo-dong-mul) for 'companion animal' or 'pet.'
- 강아지 (gang-aji): Dog/puppy
- 고양이 (go-yang-i): Cat
- 반려동물 (ban-ryeo-dong-mul): Pet (literally 'companion animal')
저희 강아지는 정말 똑똑해요. (My dog is really smart.)
많은 사람들이 반려동물을 키워요. (Many people raise pets.)
§ Applying 짐승 to Humans (Very Offensive!)
This is perhaps the most critical mistake to avoid. While in English, we might sometimes playfully call someone a 'party animal' or 'beast' (in a good way, like 'beast mode'), using 짐승 to describe a person in Korean is highly offensive and rude. It implies that the person is behaving in a crude, uncivilized, or inhumane manner, lacking reason or morality.
- DEFINITION
- When applied to a person, 짐승 (jimsung) is an insult implying they are barbaric, inhuman, or lacking in social graces.
You might hear it in dramatic contexts or when someone is expressing extreme anger or disgust, but as a learner, you should absolutely avoid using it this way. It's a derogatory term that strips a person of their humanity.
그런 행동을 하는 것은 마치 짐승 같아요. (Behaving like that is like a beast.) (This is an example of how it might be used negatively, NOT for you to use.)
§ Understanding the Nuance: When is 짐승 Appropriate?
So, if you shouldn't use it for pets or people, when is 짐승 the correct word? It's typically used for:
- Large, wild animals: Lions, tigers, bears, etc., especially when emphasizing their power or wildness.
- Animals in a general, often somewhat impersonal or scientific context, but with a slight leaning towards 'wildlife' or 'creatures.'
- Figurative language in literature or dramatic contexts to evoke a sense of savagery or primal instinct.
숲 속에는 위험한 짐승들이 많이 살아요. (Many dangerous beasts/wild animals live in the forest.)
그는 짐승 같은 울음소리를 냈다. (He made a beast-like cry.)
Always consider the context and the nuance you want to convey. If you're unsure, defaulting to 동물 is usually the safest option. The key is to understand that 짐승 is not a neutral, all-purpose term for 'animal' but carries specific, often powerful, implications.
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N + (이)라는: This grammar pattern is used to introduce or define something, often translating to 'named...', 'called...', or 'which is...'. It attaches to the noun. If the noun ends in a consonant, use '이라는'. If it ends in a vowel, use '라는'.
고양이라는 짐승이 귀여워요. (An animal called a cat is cute.)
N + 들: This is a plural marker. While '들' can be attached to nouns to make them plural, it's not always necessary in Korean when the plural meaning is clear from context. However, for emphasis or clarity, it can be used.
숲에는 많은 짐승들이 살아요. (Many animals live in the forest.)
N + 처럼: This means 'like' or 'as if'. It compares the preceding noun to something else.
그는 짐승처럼 강해요. (He is strong like a beast.)
N + 같다: This means 'to be like' or 'to resemble'. It describes similarity.
그의 행동은 짐승 같아요. (His actions are like an animal's.)
N + 에 대한: This means 'about' or 'regarding'. It specifies the topic of discussion.
저는 짐승에 대한 다큐멘터리를 봤어요. (I watched a documentary about animals.)
स्तर के अनुसार उदाहरण
숲에는 많은 짐승이 살아요.
Many animals live in the forest.
사자는 무서운 짐승이에요.
A lion is a scary beast.
늑대는 밤에 우는 짐승입니다.
A wolf is an animal that howls at night.
저 짐승은 매우 커요.
That animal is very big.
농장에는 여러 짐승이 있어요.
There are various animals on the farm.
그는 짐승처럼 먹어요.
He eats like a beast.
어떤 짐승을 좋아하세요?
What kind of animal do you like?
이 짐승은 빠르게 달려요.
This animal runs fast.
숲 속에서 곰 같은 큰 짐승을 만날까 봐 무서웠어요.
I was scared I might meet a large animal like a bear in the forest.
옛날 이야기에는 사악한 짐승들이 자주 등장해요.
Evil beasts often appear in old stories.
그 농부는 짐승들이 밭을 망치지 않도록 울타리를 쳤어요.
The farmer built a fence so the animals wouldn't ruin the fields.
어린아이들은 동화책에서 다양한 짐승들을 보며 즐거워해요.
Young children enjoy seeing various animals in fairy tale books.
야생 짐승들은 조용하고 사람을 피하는 경향이 있어요.
Wild animals tend to be quiet and avoid people.
사냥꾼은 짐승을 잡기 위해 덫을 설치했습니다.
The hunter set a trap to catch an animal.
동물원에는 신기한 짐승들이 많이 살고 있어요.
Many strange animals live in the zoo.
영화에서 주인공은 무서운 짐승과 싸워야 했어요.
In the movie, the protagonist had to fight a scary beast.
अक्सर इससे भ्रम होता है
'짐승' is explicitly non-human, while '사람' means 'person' or 'human being'.
'짐승' typically refers to larger animals, while '벌레' means 'insect' or 'bug'.
'짐승' is an animal, whereas '식물' means 'plant'.
आसानी से भ्रमित होने वाले
Both '짐승' and '동물' mean 'animal'.
'동물' is a general term for all animals, including humans in a biological sense, and is the most common and neutral way to refer to an animal. '짐승' specifically refers to non-human animals, often with a nuance of being wild, large, or sometimes implying a lack of reason or civility.
고양이는 귀여운 동물이에요. (A cat is a cute animal.) vs. 숲 속에 굶주린 짐승이 살고 있어요. (A hungry beast lives in the forest.)
Both '짐승' and '야수' can refer to a 'beast' or 'wild animal'.
'야수' specifically emphasizes the wild, fierce, and often aggressive nature of an animal. While '짐승' can also carry this connotation, '야수' is a stronger term for a ferocious creature, often used in dramatic or literary contexts.
그는 야수처럼 사납게 싸웠다. (He fought fiercely like a beast.) vs. 늑대는 무서운 짐승이다. (A wolf is a scary animal/beast.)
Both '짐승' and '생물' relate to living things.
'생물' is a very broad term for any living organism, including plants, animals, fungi, etc. '짐승' is a specific type of '생물' (a non-human animal).
지구에는 다양한 생물이 살고 있습니다. (Various living organisms live on Earth.) vs. 짐승들도 자신의 영역을 지킨다. (Animals also protect their territory.)
Both '짐승' and '금수' refer to animals, sometimes with negative connotations.
'금수' is a more classical or literary term for animals, often used to describe someone who behaves without morality or civility (like an animal). It has a stronger negative connotation when applied to humans than '짐승' sometimes does.
그는 금수와 같은 짓을 저질렀다. (He committed an act like a beast/savage.) vs. 짐승의 발자국을 발견했다. (I found the footprints of an animal.)
Both '짐승' and '괴물' can refer to a large, scary creature.
'괴물' specifically means 'monster' and implies something unnatural, fictional, or terrifying. While a large '짐승' can be scary, '괴물' suggests something beyond ordinary animal classification.
깊은 바다에는 미지의 괴물이 살고 있다고 한다. (They say unknown monsters live in the deep sea.) vs. 정글에는 위험한 짐승들이 많다. (There are many dangerous animals/beasts in the jungle.)
सुझाव
Basic Meaning of 짐승
짐승 primarily means 'animal' but often carries a connotation of a 'beast' or a 'large/wild animal,' distinguishing it from more general terms like 동물 (dongmul) for 'animal'.
짐승 in Phrases
You might hear 짐승 in expressions like 짐승 같다 (jimseung gatta), meaning 'like a beast,' which can describe someone's behavior as wild or uncivilized. This highlights the 'beast' aspect of the word.
Don't Confuse with 동물
Remember that 동물 is the most common and neutral word for 'animal.' Use 짐승 when you want to emphasize the wild, large, or beastly nature of an animal.
Examples of 짐승 in Sentences
Try to create simple sentences. For example, '그 숲에는 짐승들이 많다' (Geu supenuen jimseungdeuri manta) means 'There are many animals (beasts) in that forest.'
짐승 in Storytelling
In Korean fables or traditional stories, 짐승 often refers to the wild creatures that inhabit mountains or forests, often with a sense of danger or raw nature.
Visualizing 짐승
When you think of 짐승, imagine animals like tigers, bears, or wolves rather than a small house cat. This helps capture the essence of the word.
Pronunciation Practice for 짐승
Pay attention to the pronunciation: 'jim-seung.' The 'ng' sound at the end of 'seung' is similar to the 'ng' in the English word 'sing.' Practice it until it feels natural.
Figurative Use of 짐승
Sometimes, 짐승 can be used figuratively to describe a person acting in a very brutish or instinctual way, though this is quite strong and usually negative. Be careful with this usage.
Using 짐승 with Numbers
When counting 짐승, you would typically use the native Korean counting system with the counter 마리 (mari). For example, '두 마리의 짐승' (du mari-ui jimseung) means 'two animals (beasts).'
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Listen for '짐승' and understand the sentence means 'That beast is big and strong.'
Listen for '짐승' and understand the sentence means 'A beast lives in the forest.'
Listen for '짐승' and understand the sentence means 'What kind of animal do you like?'
Read this aloud:
이 짐승은 순해요.
Focus: 짐승 (jim-seung)
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그 짐승은 빠릅니다.
Focus: 빠릅니다 (ppa-reum-ni-da)
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나는 짐승을 무서워해요.
Focus: 무서워해요 (mu-seo-wo-hae-yo)
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사자는 무서운 ___이에요. (A lion is a scary ___.)
The word '짐승' means 'beast' or 'animal', which fits the context of a lion.
숲에는 많은 ___들이 살아요. (Many ___ live in the forest.)
Forests are natural habitats for '짐승' (animals).
옛날 이야기에는 말하는 ___이 많이 나와요. (In old stories, many talking ___ appear.)
Talking '짐승' (animals/beasts) are common characters in fables and old stories.
저는 동물을 좋아해서 ___ 다큐멘터리를 자주 봐요. (I like animals, so I often watch ___ documentaries.)
'짐승' (animal) documentaries are about animals.
농장에는 소, 돼지 같은 ___들이 있어요. (There are ___ like cows and pigs on the farm.)
Cows and pigs are examples of '짐승' (animals) found on a farm.
어린 왕자는 자기 별에 사는 작은 ___을 돌봤어요. (The Little Prince took care of a small ___ living on his planet.)
In 'The Little Prince', he cared for a small animal (the rose), so '짐승' fits here broadly.
Imagine you are at a zoo. Describe one animal you see using the word '짐승'. What does it look like? What is it doing?
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Sample answer
동물원에서 큰 짐승을 봤어요. 호랑이인데, 정말 강해 보였어요. 어슬렁거리며 걸어 다녔어요. (I saw a big beast at the zoo. It was a tiger, and it looked very strong. It was pacing around.)
Write a short sentence about a common saying or idiom in your language that refers to someone behaving like a '짐승' (beast). Then, try to explain what that saying means.
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Sample answer
영어로 'beast mode'라는 표현이 있어요. 어떤 사람이 짐승처럼 아주 열심히 또는 강하게 어떤 일을 할 때 사용해요. (In English, there's a phrase 'beast mode.' It's used when someone does something very hard or strongly, like a beast.)
Describe a fictional creature or monster using '짐승'. What are its characteristics? Where does it live?
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Sample answer
깊은 숲 속에 사는 큰 짐승이 있어요. 이 짐승은 밤에만 나타나고, 날카로운 이빨과 발톱을 가지고 있어요. (There's a big beast that lives deep in the forest. This beast only appears at night and has sharp teeth and claws.)
마을 사람들은 무엇 때문에 두려워했습니까?
Read this passage:
옛날 옛적에, 한 작은 마을에 무서운 짐승이 살고 있었습니다. 이 짐승은 밤마다 나타나서 마을 사람들을 두렵게 했습니다. 마을 사람들은 짐승을 물리칠 방법을 찾기 위해 지혜를 모았습니다. 마침내, 용감한 청년이 짐승과 맞서 싸우기로 결심했습니다.
마을 사람들은 무엇 때문에 두려워했습니까?
지문에서 '밤마다 나타나서 마을 사람들을 두렵게 했습니다'라고 명시되어 있습니다. (The passage explicitly states 'It appeared every night and made the villagers afraid.')
지문에서 '밤마다 나타나서 마을 사람들을 두렵게 했습니다'라고 명시되어 있습니다. (The passage explicitly states 'It appeared every night and made the villagers afraid.')
희귀 짐승의 수가 줄어드는 주요 원인은 무엇입니까?
Read this passage:
동물 학자들은 멸종 위기에 처한 희귀 짐승들을 보호하기 위해 노력하고 있습니다. 이 짐승들은 서식지 파괴와 불법 밀렵으로 인해 그 수가 급격히 줄어들고 있습니다. 정부와 국제 단체들도 이 문제를 해결하기 위해 적극적으로 협력해야 합니다.
희귀 짐승의 수가 줄어드는 주요 원인은 무엇입니까?
지문에서 '서식지 파괴와 불법 밀렵으로 인해 그 수가 급격히 줄어들고 있습니다'라고 설명하고 있습니다. (The passage explains that 'their numbers are rapidly decreasing due to habitat destruction and illegal poaching.')
지문에서 '서식지 파괴와 불법 밀렵으로 인해 그 수가 급격히 줄어들고 있습니다'라고 설명하고 있습니다. (The passage explains that 'their numbers are rapidly decreasing due to habitat destruction and illegal poaching.')
사자에 대한 설명으로 옳지 않은 것은 무엇입니까?
Read this passage:
사자는 아프리카 초원에 사는 대표적인 짐승입니다. 무리를 지어 생활하며, 주로 영양이나 얼룩말 같은 큰 동물을 사냥합니다. 사자의 포효는 멀리까지 들릴 정도로 매우 큽니다. 이 짐승은 '정글의 왕'으로 불리기도 합니다.
사자에 대한 설명으로 옳지 않은 것은 무엇입니까?
지문에서 '무리를 지어 생활하며, 주로 영양이나 얼룩말 같은 큰 동물을 사냥합니다'라고 언급되어 있습니다. (The passage mentions that 'they live in groups and mainly hunt large animals like antelopes or zebras.')
지문에서 '무리를 지어 생활하며, 주로 영양이나 얼룩말 같은 큰 동물을 사냥합니다'라고 언급되어 있습니다. (The passage mentions that 'they live in groups and mainly hunt large animals like antelopes or zebras.')
Choose the sentence where '짐승' is used correctly:
'짐승' typically refers to wild or large animals, making the context of meeting a 'fierce' one in a forest appropriate. The other options use '짐승' in a metaphorical or unnatural way for an A2 learner.
Which of the following is the most appropriate synonym for '짐승' in the context of a wild creature?
While '동물' is a general term for animal, it is the closest synonym that can encompass the 'wild creature' aspect of '짐승' compared to pets, livestock, or insects.
Identify the sentence that uses '짐승' to describe a person in a negative, beast-like way.
The word '잔인한' (cruel) directly connects to the negative, beast-like connotation often associated with '짐승' when referring to humans. The other options are either positive or neutral comparisons.
The word '짐승' can be used to refer to a small, harmless house pet.
'짐승' typically refers to larger, wilder, or more primal animals, not usually small, harmless house pets like a hamster or a goldfish.
It is common to use '짐승' to describe someone who is exceptionally strong and powerful in a positive context.
While '짐승' can have negative connotations, it can also be used to describe someone with immense, almost animalistic strength or power in a positive or awe-inspiring way.
When referring to a specific type of animal, like a 'tiger' or a 'lion', '짐승' is the most precise term to use.
While tigers and lions are '짐승', using their specific names (호랑이, 사자) is more precise. '짐승' is a general term for a beast or wild animal.
The forest is home to various animals.
He ate like an animal (very quickly and messily).
The hunter is tracking the animal's traces.
Read this aloud:
늑대는 무리 지어 다니는 짐승입니다.
Focus: 늑대는, 무리 지어, 다니는, 짐승입니다
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야생 짐승을 조심해야 합니다.
Focus: 야생 짐승을, 조심해야, 합니다
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이 동물은 길들여진 짐승이 아니다.
Focus: 이 동물은, 길들여진, 짐승이 아니다
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Summary
짐승 (jimseung) is a common word for 'animal,' particularly when referring to larger or wilder creatures, or in the sense of a 'beast.'
- Animal, especially large/wild.
- Often used for 'beast'.
- Can imply untamed or savage.
Basic Meaning of 짐승
짐승 primarily means 'animal' but often carries a connotation of a 'beast' or a 'large/wild animal,' distinguishing it from more general terms like 동물 (dongmul) for 'animal'.
Context is Key for 짐승
While 짐승 can refer to any animal, it's frequently used when talking about animals in a more primal, wild, or even negative sense. For common pets, other words are usually preferred.
짐승 in Phrases
You might hear 짐승 in expressions like 짐승 같다 (jimseung gatta), meaning 'like a beast,' which can describe someone's behavior as wild or uncivilized. This highlights the 'beast' aspect of the word.
Don't Confuse with 동물
Remember that 동물 is the most common and neutral word for 'animal.' Use 짐승 when you want to emphasize the wild, large, or beastly nature of an animal.
संबंधित सामग्री
यह शब्द अन्य भाषाओं में
nature के और शब्द
~에 대한
A2About, regarding; indicating the topic or subject.
~게
A2Suffix to turn adjectives or verbs into adverbs.
공기
A1Air, atmosphere.
몽땅
B1All of it, entirely, completely.
온갖
B1All sorts of, every kind of.
~을/를 따라서
A2Along; indicating movement or position parallel to something.
동물
A1animal
개미
A1A small insect typically living in large colonies.
주위에
A2Surrounding something or someone; around.
그대로
A2Without changing; as it is.
