When someone is upset with your actions and expresses their disapproval strongly, they are 꾸중하다 (kkujunghada) you. This verb means 'to scold' or 'to reprimand.' It's often used when an adult is correcting a child, or a boss is correcting an employee.
For example, if a teacher tells off a student for not doing their homework, the teacher is 꾸중하다 (kkujunghada) the student. It implies a formal or serious telling off, not just a casual complaint. You might hear this word in situations where someone has made a mistake and is being corrected by someone in authority.
When someone is upset with another person's actions or behavior, they might 꾸중하다 them. This verb means to scold or reprimand, often with the intention of correcting behavior.
You might hear a parent 꾸중하다 their child for not doing their homework, or a boss 꾸중하다 an employee for making a mistake.
It's generally used in situations where there's a clear understanding that one person has made an error and the other is expressing disapproval.
When someone is angry or displeased with another person's actions, they might '꾸중하다' them. This word implies a verbal reprimand or scolding, often from a position of authority or responsibility, like a parent scolding a child or a teacher scolding a student. It's about expressing disapproval to correct behavior.
For example, a mother might '꾸중하다' her child for not doing their homework. Or, a boss might '꾸중하다' an employee for missing a deadline. The act of '꾸중하다' is meant to highlight a mistake and encourage improvement, although it can sometimes be perceived as harsh.
§ Understanding 꾸중하다 (To Scold)
The Korean verb 꾸중하다 (kkujunghada) means 'to scold' or 'to reprimand.' It's a common word you'll encounter in various situations, especially when talking about correcting behavior or expressing disapproval. While it can sound a bit harsh, it's not always used in an overly aggressive way. Think of it as a formal way of saying someone is getting told off.
- DEFINITION
- To scold, to reprimand.
§ 꾸중하다 in Everyday Life: Work and School
You'll often hear or use 꾸중하다 in contexts related to work and school, where there are hierarchies and rules. A boss might scold an employee, or a teacher might reprimand a student. It's about maintaining order and correcting mistakes.
- At School: Teachers use this verb when students misbehave.
선생님이 학생을 꾸중했어요. (The teacher scolded the student.)
- At Work: A manager might use it to address an employee's poor performance.
상사가 그 직원을 꾸중했어요. (The boss reprimanded the employee.)
It's important to note that while 꾸중하다 is used for 'scolding,' it's not typically used for playful teasing or lighthearted corrections. It implies a more serious tone with the intention of correcting a behavior or mistake.
그는 매일 부모님께 꾸중을 들었어요. (He was scolded by his parents every day.)
§ 꾸중하다 in News and Formal Settings
In news reports or more formal settings, 꾸중하다 might be used to describe public officials being reprimanded for their actions, or organizations being criticized for wrongdoing. It lends a serious and official tone to the news.
- News Reports: When a public figure is criticized.
정부 기관이 시민 단체에 의해 꾸중을 들었어요. (The government agency was reprimanded by civic groups.)
- Formal Criticism: When expressing strong disapproval.
그의 무책임한 행동에 대해 모두가 그를 꾸중했어요. (Everyone scolded him for his irresponsible behavior.)
Understanding 꾸중하다 helps you grasp the severity of a situation and the intention behind the words. It's a key verb for expressing disapproval and correction in Korean.
豆知識
Many Korean words related to emotions and actions are native Korean, reflecting a direct and often vivid expression of daily life experiences.
発音ガイド
- Double consonants: Make sure to fully pronounce the 'kk' sound, not a single 'k'.
- Vowel distinction: Differentiate between the 'u' sound (like 'oo' in 'moon') and the 'o' sound (like 'oh' in 'go').
よく混同される語
This is the direct opposite of 꾸중하다. While 꾸중하다 involves finding fault and reprimanding, 칭찬하다 involves acknowledging good behavior and giving praise.
Similar to 꾸중하다 in that it involves correction, but 훈계하다 often implies a longer, more moralistic lecture or sermon, focusing on ethical guidance rather than just correcting a specific mistake.
Very close in meaning to 꾸중하다, and often used interchangeably. '꾸짖다' can sometimes carry a slightly stronger or more intense emotional connotation than '꾸중하다,' implying a more direct and forceful scolding.
間違えやすい
Both 야단치다 and 꾸중하다 mean 'to scold.' The confusion often arises from their similar core meaning.
While both imply scolding, 야단치다 can be used in a broader range of situations, including more informal ones, and can sometimes carry a stronger sense of anger or outburst. 꾸중하다 is more formal and implies a more structured reprimand, often from a position of authority with an aim to correct.
엄마는 방을 어지럽힌 아이를 야단쳤어요. (Mom scolded the child who messed up the room.)
This also means 'to scold' or 'to tell off,' making it a close synonym.
혼내다 is a more general term for 'to scold' or 'to punish,' and can be used in various contexts, from light telling-off to more serious punishment. It doesn't always carry the same emphasis on correction from a superior as 꾸중하다.
선생님이 숙제를 안 한 학생을 혼냈어요. (The teacher scolded the student who didn't do homework.)
This involves talking to someone about their faults, which can feel like scolding.
잔소리하다 means 'to nag' or 'to grumble.' It implies repetitive, often annoying, complaining about minor things, rather than a formal reprimand for a specific mistake. The tone is often more whiny or repetitive than a direct scolding.
엄마는 항상 방 청소 안 한다고 잔소리해요. (Mom always nags me about not cleaning my room.)
Both involve telling someone what they should do, but the tone and purpose are different.
충고하다 means 'to advise' or 'to counsel.' While it also involves telling someone to do something, it's done with a supportive and helpful intention, without the anger or correction implied by 꾸중하다.
저는 친구에게 열심히 공부하라고 충고했어요. (I advised my friend to study hard.)
This is another verb meaning 'to scold' or 'to rebuke,' leading to direct overlap.
나무라다 is a more formal and somewhat older-fashioned term for 'to scold' or 'to blame.' It can be used similarly to 꾸중하다, often implying a stern verbal correction. However, 꾸중하다 is more commonly used in contemporary Korean.
어른이 아이의 잘못을 나무랐어요. (The adult rebuked the child for their mistake.)
ヒント
Basic Meaning
꾸중하다 means to scold or reprimand someone. It's used when someone has done something wrong and is being told off for it.
Formal vs. Informal
Like many Korean verbs, 꾸중하다 can be used in different politeness levels. The base form is used in dictionaries, but in conversation, you'll add appropriate endings.
Common Usage
It's often used by parents scolding children, teachers scolding students, or bosses scolding employees. It implies a sense of authority.
Related Noun
The noun form is 꾸중 (scolding, reprimand). You can say 꾸중을 듣다 (to hear a scolding, to be scolded) or 꾸중을 하다 (to give a scolding, to scold).
Distinguish from '잔소리하다'
While similar, 꾸중하다 is more about a serious reprimand for a specific wrongdoing. 잔소리하다 means to nag or grumble about small things repeatedly.
Past Tense Example
선생님께서 학생을 꾸중하셨어요. (The teacher scolded the student.) Use the honorific -시- when referring to someone of higher status.
Future Tense Example
엄마가 나를 꾸중할 거예요. (Mom will scold me.) This shows a future action of scolding.
Listen for It
Pay attention to Korean dramas or conversations to hear how 꾸중하다 is used naturally by native speakers. This helps with practical understanding.
Practice Sentences
Try to create your own sentences using 꾸중하다 to solidify your understanding. For example, 'Why did the father scold his son?'
暗記しよう
記憶術
Imagine a 'koo-joong' (꾸중) sounding like 'coo-ing' from a pigeon, but instead of sweet coos, it's an angry, scolding sound. The 'hada' part just means 'to do' this action.
視覚的連想
Picture a strict librarian shushing someone loudly in a library, making a 'kkujung' sound as they scold them for being too noisy.
Word Web
チャレンジ
Think about a time you were scolded or scolded someone. Try to describe that situation in Korean using '꾸중하다'. For example: '엄마가 나를 꾸중했어요.' (Mom scolded me.)
語源
Native Korean
元の意味： The exact original meaning is not clearly documented as it's a native Korean word, but it has consistently referred to the act of scolding or admonishing someone.
Koreanic文化的な背景
In Korean culture, '꾸중하다' (kkujunghada) is often used in hierarchical relationships, like parents scolding children or a boss reprimanding an employee. While it implies criticism, it can also be seen as an act of guidance or a desire for improvement. The tone and context are very important; a scolding can be harsh, but it can also be a softer form of admonition aimed at teaching. It's less common between friends of equal standing unless one is clearly in the wrong and the other is acting in a mentoring capacity.
自分をテスト 24 問
Choose the correct meaning for '꾸중하다'.
'꾸중하다' means to scold or reprimand. The other options have different meanings.
Which sentence uses '꾸중하다' correctly?
The sentence '엄마가 아이를 꾸중했어요' correctly uses '꾸중하다' to mean 'scolded'.
What is the opposite of '꾸중하다'?
The opposite of scolding is praising, which is '칭찬하다' in Korean.
If someone is doing something wrong, you might '꾸중하다' them.
'꾸중하다' means to scold or reprimand, which is what you would do if someone is doing something wrong.
'꾸중하다' is used when you are happy with someone's actions.
'꾸중하다' is used when you are unhappy or displeased with someone's actions, not when you are happy.
A teacher might '꾸중하다' a student for not doing their homework.
It is common for a teacher to scold (꾸중하다) a student who has not completed their homework.
Write a short sentence about a time someone might scold a child in Korean.
Well written! Good try! Check the sample answer below.
Sample answer
아이가 잘못했을 때 엄마가 아이를 꾸중했어요. (When the child did something wrong, the mother scolded the child.)
Imagine your boss scolded you for being late. Write a sentence in Korean expressing this.
Well written! Good try! Check the sample answer below.
Sample answer
제가 늦어서 상사에게 꾸중을 들었어요. (Because I was late, I was scolded by my boss.)
Write a sentence in Korean describing a situation where someone should not be scolded.
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Sample answer
작은 실수로는 꾸중하지 마세요. (Please don't scold for a small mistake.)
What did the teacher do?
Read this passage:
선생님은 학생에게 숙제를 안 해서 꾸중했어요. 학생은 다음부터는 숙제를 잘 할 거라고 약속했어요. (The teacher scolded the student for not doing homework. The student promised to do homework well from next time.)
What did the teacher do?
The passage clearly states '선생님은 학생에게 숙제를 안 해서 꾸중했어요' which means 'The teacher scolded the student for not doing homework.'
The passage clearly states '선생님은 학생에게 숙제를 안 해서 꾸중했어요' which means 'The teacher scolded the student for not doing homework.'
Why was the friend scolded?
Read this passage:
친구가 거짓말을 해서 저는 친구를 꾸중했습니다. 친구는 미안하다고 말했어요. (My friend lied, so I scolded my friend. My friend said sorry.)
Why was the friend scolded?
The passage says '친구가 거짓말을 해서' which means 'Because my friend lied'.
The passage says '친구가 거짓말을 해서' which means 'Because my friend lied'.
What was the younger sibling scolded for?
Read this passage:
부모님은 동생에게 장난감을 부러뜨려서 꾸중했어요. 동생은 다시는 안 그러겠다고 말했어요. (The parents scolded the younger sibling for breaking a toy. The younger sibling said they wouldn't do it again.)
What was the younger sibling scolded for?
The passage states '장난감을 부러뜨려서 꾸중했어요' which translates to 'scolded for breaking a toy'.
The passage states '장난감을 부러뜨려서 꾸중했어요' which translates to 'scolded for breaking a toy'.
부모님께 거짓말을 하면 (___) 당할 수 있어요.
Lying to parents usually results in being scolded, not praised, given a gift, or pocket money. '꾸중 당하다' means 'to be scolded'.
선생님은 숙제를 안 해온 학생들을 (___)하셨다.
If students didn't do their homework, a teacher would scold them. '꾸중하다' means 'to scold'.
늦잠을 자서 회사에 지각했더니 상사에게 (___)을 들었다.
Being late for work would lead to being scolded by a boss. '꾸중을 듣다' means 'to receive a scolding'.
아이가 잘못을 저질렀을 때 부드럽게 (___)해야 합니다.
When a child makes a mistake, they should be gently reprimanded. '꾸중하다' means 'to reprimand'.
시험을 망쳐서 부모님께 (___)받을까 봐 걱정돼요.
Failing an exam would likely lead to being scolded by parents. '꾸중받다' means 'to be scolded'.
그는 자신의 실수에 대해 아무도 (___)하지 않았다고 말했다.
He said no one scolded him for his mistake. '꾸중하다' means 'to scold'.
Parents scolded me for playing games until late.
The teacher reprimanded the students who didn't do their homework.
My father always scolded me for my mistakes, but taught me with love.
Read this aloud:
친구의 잘못을 보고 꾸중해야 할까요?
Focus: 꾸중해야 할까요?
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상사에게 꾸중을 들었지만, 그것을 통해 성장할 수 있었다.
Focus: 꾸중을 들었지만
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아이들을 꾸중할 때는 그들의 감정을 헤아려야 한다.
Focus: 감정을 헤아려야 한다
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Basic Meaning
꾸중하다 means to scold or reprimand someone. It's used when someone has done something wrong and is being told off for it.
Formal vs. Informal
Like many Korean verbs, 꾸중하다 can be used in different politeness levels. The base form is used in dictionaries, but in conversation, you'll add appropriate endings.
Common Usage
It's often used by parents scolding children, teachers scolding students, or bosses scolding employees. It implies a sense of authority.
Related Noun
The noun form is 꾸중 (scolding, reprimand). You can say 꾸중을 듣다 (to hear a scolding, to be scolded) or 꾸중을 하다 (to give a scolding, to scold).
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백일
A2100th day celebration (of a baby).
환갑
A260th birthday celebration.
칠순
A270th birthday celebration.
팔순
A280th birthday celebration.
알아주다
B1To recognize/understand (feelings); to acknowledge someone's thoughts or efforts.
입양아
A2Adopted child; a child legally taken into another family.
양녀
B1Adopted daughter.
입양
A2Adoption; legally taking another's child as one's own.
귀여워하다
A2To adore, to find cute, to cherish.
정답다
A2To be affectionate; to be friendly.
