A2 verb #300 가장 일반적인 3분 분량

see

§ Common Errors with "See"

The verb "see" is deceptively simple. While its primary meaning of perceiving with the eyes is straightforward, English learners often encounter difficulties when navigating its various nuances, phrasal verbs, and idiomatic expressions. Understanding these common pitfalls can significantly improve your accuracy and fluency.

§ Mistake 1: Confusing "See" with "Look" or "Watch"

DEFINITION
Many learners use "see" when "look" or "watch" would be more appropriate. "See" implies an involuntary act of perception, whereas "look" is a conscious effort to direct your gaze, and "watch" implies observing something for a period of time, often with attention to what is happening.

Incorrect: I went outside to see the sunset. (Unless it was accidental)

Correct: I went outside to watch the sunset.

Incorrect: See at that interesting bird!

Correct: Look at that interesting bird!

§ Mistake 2: Incorrect Tense Usage for Ongoing Actions

DEFINITION
While "see" is a verb of perception, it's generally not used in continuous tenses (e.g., "am seeing," "is seeing") when referring to the physical act of seeing. Instead, we use the simple present or simple past.

Incorrect: I am seeing a bird outside right now.

Correct: I see a bird outside right now.

However, "seeing" can be used in continuous tenses when it refers to other meanings, such as:

  • Meeting someone: "I'm seeing my friends tonight."
  • Dating someone: "They've been seeing each other for a few months."
  • Understanding/realizing: "I'm seeing your point now."

§ Mistake 3: Misusing "See" in Phrasal Verbs and Idioms

DEFINITION
"See" is part of many common phrasal verbs and idioms, and learners often struggle with their specific meanings.

Some examples include:

  • See to: to deal with something or ensure it happens.

Incorrect: Can you see the broken fence?

Correct: Can you see to the broken fence?

  • See through: to understand that someone is trying to deceive you, or to continue doing something until it is finished.

Incorrect: I saw his lies.

Correct: I saw through his lies.

  • See off: to say goodbye to someone at the place where they are starting a journey.

Incorrect: My parents saw me at the airport.

Correct: My parents saw me off at the airport.

§ Mistake 4: Using "See" for Understanding when "Understand" is More Direct

DEFINITION
While "see" can mean "understand" (e.g., "I see what you mean"), sometimes "understand" is a more direct and universally appropriate choice, especially in formal contexts or when clarity is paramount.

Correct and common: I see what you mean.

Also correct and often clearer: I understand what you mean.

The key is to consider the context. In casual conversation, "I see" is perfectly fine. In more formal or academic settings, or when there's a risk of ambiguity, opting for "understand" can be better.

난이도

독해 1/5

common verb, short

쓰기 1/5

common verb, short

말하기 1/5

common verb, short

듣기 1/5

common verb, short

다음에 무엇을 배울까

선수 학습

look watch eye

다음에 배울 것

view observe perceive

고급

discern comprehend envision

알아야 할 문법

Present Simple for habitual actions: Use 'see' in the present simple to talk about things you regularly perceive with your eyes.

I see my friend every day at work.

Present Continuous for seeing with effort or for a short period: Use 'be seeing' to describe actively observing or noticing something, especially for a temporary action.

I'm seeing a beautiful sunset right now.

Past Simple for completed actions: Use 'saw' to talk about a specific instance of perceiving something in the past.

Yesterday, I saw a rare bird in my garden.

Future Simple with 'will' for spontaneous decisions or predictions: Use 'will see' to express a future perception, often for things that will happen naturally or as a result of something else.

I will see what happens when I get there.

Modal verbs with 'see': Combine 'see' with modal verbs (e.g., can, could, might, should) to express possibility, ability, or advice related to perception.

I can see the mountains from my window.

수준별 예문

1

I see a bird in the tree.

Yo veo un pájaro en el árbol.

Simple present tense, subject + verb + object.

2

Can you see the moon tonight?

¿Puedes ver la luna esta noche?

Modal verb 'can' for ability, followed by base form of the verb.

3

She sees her friends every day.

Ella ve a sus amigos todos los días.

Simple present tense, third person singular adds '-s' to the verb.

4

We saw a great movie yesterday.

Nosotros vimos una gran película ayer.

Simple past tense, 'saw' is the past form of 'see'.

5

He doesn't see the problem.

Él no ve el problema.

Negative simple present tense, 'does not' + base form of the verb.

6

They want to see the new car.

Ellos quieren ver el coche nuevo.

Verb 'want' followed by 'to' + base form of the verb (infinitive).

7

Did you see my keys?

¿Viste mis llaves?

Simple past tense question, 'did' + subject + base form of the verb.

8

I like to see flowers in the spring.

Me gusta ver flores en primavera.

Verb 'like' followed by 'to' + base form of the verb (infinitive).

1

Upon closer inspection, one could clearly discern the intricate details of the miniature sculpture, a testament to the artist's meticulous craftsmanship.

Upon closer inspection, one could clearly **see** the intricate details...

Using 'discern' elevates the formality and implies a more active, detailed act of seeing.

2

The profound implications of the new policy began to crystallize in the minds of the legislators, foreseeing its potential societal impact.

The profound implications of the new policy began to **see** clearly in the minds...

'Crystallize' used with 'foreseeing' implies a mental perception, an understanding of future outcomes.

3

Despite the obfuscation tactics employed by the corporation, diligent investigative journalism eventually brought the underlying corruption to light.

Despite the obfuscation tactics employed by the corporation, diligent investigative journalism eventually made the underlying corruption **see**n.

'Brought to light' is an idiomatic expression for making something visible or understood.

4

It is imperative that we endeavor to comprehend the multifaceted perspectives of all stakeholders before formulating a comprehensive solution.

It is imperative that we endeavor to **see** the multifaceted perspectives...

'Comprehend' is a more sophisticated way of saying 'understand' or 'see' mentally.

5

The nascent artist possessed an uncanny ability to envision complex landscapes and translate them onto canvas with remarkable fidelity.

The nascent artist possessed an uncanny ability to **see** complex landscapes and translate them...

'Envision' refers to seeing something in one's mind, often with a sense of creation or imagination.

6

Through careful analysis of the extant data, the researchers were able to extrapolate discernible patterns that had previously eluded detection.

Through careful analysis of the extant data, the researchers were able to **see** discernible patterns...

'Extrapolate' and 'discernible patterns' together describe a sophisticated form of 'seeing' by identifying trends in data.

7

Her prescient observations often afforded her a distinct advantage in anticipating market fluctuations and strategizing accordingly.

Her prescient observations often afforded her a distinct advantage in **seeing** market fluctuations...

'Prescient observations' and 'anticipating' refer to seeing or understanding future events.

8

The seasoned diplomat evinced an acute awareness of the subtle geopolitical undercurrents, allowing him to navigate complex international negotiations adroitly.

The seasoned diplomat evinced an acute awareness of the subtle geopolitical undercurrents, allowing him to **see** complex international negotiations adroitly.

'Acute awareness' and 'geopolitical undercurrents' imply a deep understanding or perception beyond mere visual observation.

자주 쓰는 조합

see a doctor consultar un médico
see a movie ver una película
see a show ver un espectáculo
see a friend ver a un amigo
see a problem ver un problema
see a difference ver una diferencia
see a connection ver una conexión
see clearly ver claramente
see well ver bien
see you soon nos vemos pronto

자주 쓰는 구문

I see

Ya veo

Let me see

Déjame ver

See you later

Hasta luego

See you around

Nos vemos por ahí

Can you see me?

¿Me ves?

I can't see anything

No puedo ver nada

We'll see

Veremos

See what I mean?

¿Entiendes lo que quiero decir?

It remains to be seen

Está por verse

See for yourself

Compruébalo tú mismo

관용어 및 표현

"see eye to eye"

To agree with someone.

My brother and I don't always see eye to eye on politics.

neutral

"see through"

To recognize that something is not true or sincere.

I can see through your excuses; you just don't want to help.

neutral

"see red"

To become very angry.

When he insulted my family, I just saw red.

informal

"see the light"

To finally understand something, especially after a period of confusion or disagreement.

After a long discussion, she finally saw the light and agreed with our plan.

neutral

"see a man about a dog"

A humorous way of saying you are leaving to do something private, often to use the toilet.

Excuse me for a moment, I need to see a man about a dog.

informal

"see you around"

Goodbye, with the implication that you expect to see the person again soon.

It was great catching up. See you around!

informal

"see fit"

To consider it appropriate or suitable to do something.

The committee will decide what action they see fit to take.

formal

"see stars"

To feel dizzy or disoriented, especially after a blow to the head.

After hitting my head, I started to see stars.

informal

"see things"

To imagine things that are not really there; to hallucinate.

Are you sure you saw a ghost, or are you just seeing things?

neutral

"see off"

To go to a station, airport, etc., to say goodbye to someone who is leaving.

We went to the airport to see our friends off.

neutral

사용법

Usage Notes: 'See' as a Verb

The verb 'see' typically refers to the physical act of perceiving something with your eyes. It implies a passive or unintentional act of visual perception, as opposed to 'look' or 'watch,' which suggest a more active or intentional focus.

Common contexts and examples:

  • General perception:
    • "I see a bird in the sky."
    • "Can you see the mountains from here?"
  • Understanding or realizing: (often metaphorical)
    • "I see what you mean."
    • "Do you see the problem now?"
  • Meeting or visiting someone: (informal)
    • "I'll see you tomorrow."
    • "Are you going to see your friends this weekend?"
  • Experiencing or witnessing:
    • "Have you ever seen a live concert?"
    • "She's never seen snow before."

Phrasal Verbs with 'See':

  • See off: to say goodbye to someone at the start of a journey.
    • "We went to the airport to see him off."
  • See through: to understand the true nature of something or someone, often when it's deceptive.
    • "I can see through your lies."
  • See about: to deal with or investigate something.
    • "I need to see about getting my car repaired."

자주 하는 실수

Common Mistakes with 'See'

Here are some common mistakes learners make when using the verb 'see':

  • Confusing 'see' with 'look' or 'watch':
    • Incorrect: "I looked a movie last night."
    • Correct: "I watched a movie last night." (use 'watch' for active, intentional viewing, especially of moving things)
    • Incorrect: "See at this picture."
    • Correct: "Look at this picture." (use 'look' when directing attention to something specific)
    • Correct: "I see the picture." (implies passive perception)
  • Using 'see' when 'understand' is more appropriate:
    • While 'see' can mean 'understand' metaphorically, sometimes 'understand' is clearer and more direct, especially in formal contexts.
    • Less clear: "Do you see my explanation?"
    • Better: "Do you understand my explanation?"
  • Incorrect tense usage, especially with continuous forms:
    • 'See' is generally a stative verb (describing a state, not an action) and is rarely used in continuous tenses (e.g., 'I am seeing').
    • Incorrect: "I am seeing the dog right now."
    • Correct: "I see the dog right now."
    • However, 'seeing' can be used in continuous forms when it means 'meeting' or 'dating' someone: "I am seeing my doctor tomorrow." or "They are seeing each other."
  • Redundant use of prepositions:
    • Incorrect: "I saw to him yesterday."
    • Correct: "I saw him yesterday."

암기하기

기억법

Imagine a big, round **C**ookie with two **E**yes. What does the cookie do with its eyes? It **SEE**s!

시각적 연상

Picture a bright green traffic light. When it turns green, you **see** that it's safe to go.

Word Web

look watch observe notice spot

챌린지

Try to use 'see' in three different sentences today. For example: 'I **see** a bird outside my window.' 'Did you **see** that movie?' 'I'll **see** you later!'

실생활에서 연습하기

실제 사용 상황

When you want to emphasize that you understand something.

  • I see what you mean.
  • Oh, I see now.
  • Do you see my point?

When you are asking if someone has watched a movie, show, or game.

  • Did you see the new movie?
  • Have you seen that episode?
  • I saw the game last night.

When you are meeting someone or spending time with them.

  • I'll see you tomorrow.
  • It was good to see you.
  • When can we see each other again?

When you are talking about observing something happen.

  • I saw a bird flying by.
  • Did you see what happened?
  • You can often see deer in the forest.

When you are referring to a doctor's appointment or consultation.

  • I need to see a doctor.
  • She's seeing a specialist.
  • Have you seen a dentist recently?

대화 시작하기

"What's the most beautiful thing you've ever seen?"

"Is there anything you wish you hadn't seen?"

"What's something you often see on your way to work or school?"

"If you could see any event from history, what would it be?"

"What do you hope to see in the future?"

일기 주제

Describe a time you saw something that surprised you.

Write about a person you were happy to see recently and why.

What are some things you like to see when you look out your window?

Reflect on a situation where you 'saw' something in a new way, gaining a different perspective.

Imagine you could see one thing no one else has ever seen. What would it be and why?

자주 묻는 질문

10 질문

Yes, absolutely! While 'see' often refers to perceiving with your eyes, it can also mean to understand or comprehend. For example, if someone says 'Do you see what I mean?', they're asking if you understand their point.

That's a great question!

'Look' usually implies an intention to direct your eyes towards something, like 'Look at that beautiful bird!'

'Watch' suggests paying attention to something over a period of time, especially something in motion, like 'I'm watching a movie.'

'See' is more about the passive act of perceiving something with your eyes, often without intention, like 'I saw a friend at the store.' It can also mean to notice or to understand.

Primarily, 'see' is about sight. However, in some idiomatic expressions, it can extend to other forms of perception, like 'I see what you're saying' (understanding through hearing). But for the most part, stick to visual perception.

The past tense of 'see' is 'saw'. For example, 'Yesterday, I saw a really interesting documentary.' The past participle is 'seen', as in 'I have seen that movie before.'

Yes, you can! 'See' can definitely mean to meet or visit someone. For instance, you might say, 'I'm going to see my grandparents this weekend.' It's a very common usage.

There are many! Here are a few:

'See eye to eye' means to agree with someone.

'See you later' is a common way to say goodbye.

'See through' can mean to understand someone's true intentions or to complete a task.

'See red' means to become very angry.

That's a good point about the present continuous! Generally, with 'see' in the sense of perceiving with your eyes, we don't often use the continuous form ('I am seeing'). We usually just say 'I see.' However, if 'see' means to be dating someone, then 'I am seeing someone' is perfectly correct and common.

While they're related, there's a subtle difference.

'See' is the general act of perceiving with your eyes.

'Notice' implies seeing something and then becoming aware of it, or paying particular attention to it. You might 'see' many things, but only 'notice' a few of them.

Yes, it can! You can use 'see' to talk about experiencing future events. For example, 'I hope to see you at the party next week,' or 'We'll see what happens tomorrow.' It's quite versatile!

Generally, 'see' is a very common and neutral verb, suitable for most situations. It's not particularly formal or informal. It's one of those foundational verbs that fits everywhere!

셀프 테스트 90 질문

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I can ___ a bird in the sky.

정답! 아쉬워요. 정답: see

The sentence is about perceiving something with the eyes, so 'see' is the correct verb.

fill blank A1

Can you ___ my new car?

정답! 아쉬워요. 정답: see

To ask someone to look at something new, 'see' is the appropriate verb.

fill blank A1

We like to ___ movies on the weekend.

정답! 아쉬워요. 정답: see

When referring to watching movies, 'see' is a common and correct verb.

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She wants to ___ her family soon.

정답! 아쉬워요. 정답: see

To express a desire to meet or visit family, 'see' is the correct verb.

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I can ___ the big tree from my window.

정답! 아쉬워요. 정답: see

The sentence indicates visual perception from a location, making 'see' the correct choice.

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Do you ___ what I mean?

정답! 아쉬워요. 정답: see

In this context, 'see' means to understand or comprehend, which is a common usage.

listening A1

What color is the car?

정답! 아쉬워요. 정답: I see a red car.
정답! 아쉬워요. 정답:
listening A1

Is the book visible?

정답! 아쉬워요. 정답: Do you see my book?
정답! 아쉬워요. 정답:
listening A1

What can she perceive?

정답! 아쉬워요. 정답: She can see the mountains.
정답! 아쉬워요. 정답:
speaking A1

Read this aloud:

I see a big dog.

Focus: see

정답! 아쉬워요. 정답:
speaking A1

Read this aloud:

Can you see the moon?

Focus: see

정답! 아쉬워요. 정답:
speaking A1

Read this aloud:

We see many birds in the park.

Focus: see

정답! 아쉬워요. 정답:
fill blank A2

I can ___ a bird in the sky.

정답! 아쉬워요. 정답: see

To 'see' means to perceive with your eyes. 'Look' means to direct your eyes, 'watch' means to observe over a period, and 'read' means to interpret written words.

fill blank A2

Can you ___ my new car?

정답! 아쉬워요. 정답: see

You use your eyes to 'see' a car. The other options involve different senses.

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She likes to ___ the flowers in her garden.

정답! 아쉬워요. 정답: see

People use their eyes to 'see' flowers and admire them. The other options are not appropriate for flowers in this context.

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We went to the zoo to ___ the animals.

정답! 아쉬워요. 정답: see

When you go to the zoo, your main purpose is to 'see' the animals with your eyes.

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From the top of the hill, you can ___ the whole city.

정답! 아쉬워요. 정답: see

From a high place, you can 'see' a wide view of the city with your eyes.

fill blank A2

Did you ___ the new movie?

정답! 아쉬워요. 정답: see

To ask if someone watched a movie, the correct verb is 'see'.

listening A2

What color is the car?

정답! 아쉬워요. 정답: I see a blue car.
정답! 아쉬워요. 정답:
listening A2

What are they asking about tonight?

정답! 아쉬워요. 정답: Can you see the moon tonight?
정답! 아쉬워요. 정답:
listening A2

Where do they see their friends?

정답! 아쉬워요. 정답: We see our friends at the park.
정답! 아쉬워요. 정답:
speaking A2

Read this aloud:

I see a bird.

Focus: /s/

정답! 아쉬워요. 정답:
speaking A2

Read this aloud:

Do you see the big tree?

Focus: /iː/

정답! 아쉬워요. 정답:
speaking A2

Read this aloud:

They see many flowers.

Focus: /θ/

정답! 아쉬워요. 정답:
writing A2

Write a short sentence using 'see' to describe something you can see from your window.

Well written! Good try! Check the sample answer below.

Sample answer

I can see a big tree from my window.

정답! 아쉬워요. 정답:
writing A2

Complete the sentence: 'When I go to the park, I like to see...'

Well written! Good try! Check the sample answer below.

Sample answer

When I go to the park, I like to see the children playing.

정답! 아쉬워요. 정답:
writing A2

Write a question using 'see'. For example: 'Do you see the cat?'

Well written! Good try! Check the sample answer below.

Sample answer

Can you see the red car?

정답! 아쉬워요. 정답:
reading A2

What did they see at the beach?

Read this passage:

My friend and I went to the beach. We were happy to see the ocean. The water was blue and clear. We also saw many small fish swimming.

What did they see at the beach?

정답! 아쉬워요. 정답: The ocean and fish

The passage states, 'We were happy to see the ocean. We also saw many small fish swimming.'

정답! 아쉬워요. 정답: The ocean and fish

The passage states, 'We were happy to see the ocean. We also saw many small fish swimming.'

reading A2

What does the person often see in the morning?

Read this passage:

Every morning, I like to look out my window. I often see people walking their dogs. Sometimes, I see a bird singing in the tree.

What does the person often see in the morning?

정답! 아쉬워요. 정답: People walking their dogs

The passage says, 'I often see people walking their dogs.'

정답! 아쉬워요. 정답: People walking their dogs

The passage says, 'I often see people walking their dogs.'

reading A2

What could they see clearly at the concert?

Read this passage:

My sister and I went to a concert. It was very loud, but we could see the band clearly. They played our favorite songs. It was a great night!

What could they see clearly at the concert?

정답! 아쉬워요. 정답: The band

The passage states, 'we could see the band clearly.'

정답! 아쉬워요. 정답: The band

The passage states, 'we could see the band clearly.'

sentence order A2

아래 단어를 탭해서 문장을 만들어 보세요
정답! 아쉬워요. 정답: I can see the bird

This sentence describes observing a bird with your eyes. 'See' means to perceive with the eyes.

sentence order A2

아래 단어를 탭해서 문장을 만들어 보세요
정답! 아쉬워요. 정답: Do you see my keys?

This is a question asking if someone can perceive the keys visually. 'See' refers to visual perception.

sentence order A2

아래 단어를 탭해서 문장을 만들어 보세요
정답! 아쉬워요. 정답: She can't see well without her glasses

This sentence indicates a difficulty in visual perception without aid. 'See' means to perceive with the eyes.

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I can't ___ very well without my glasses.

정답! 아쉬워요. 정답: see

To 'see' means to perceive with your eyes. The sentence implies a difficulty in visual perception without glasses.

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Did you ___ what happened on the news last night?

정답! 아쉬워요. 정답: see

In this context, 'see' refers to watching something, often on television or a screen.

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We need to ___ if we can find a solution to this problem.

정답! 아쉬워요. 정답: see

To 'see if' something is possible means to investigate or find out.

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I'll ___ you later at the cafe, around 3 PM.

정답! 아쉬워요. 정답: see

To 'see' someone in this context means to meet them.

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Can you ___ that small bird in the tree over there?

정답! 아쉬워요. 정답: see

The question is asking if you can visually perceive the bird.

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I don't ___ why he's so upset about such a small thing.

정답! 아쉬워요. 정답: see

To 'see why' means to understand the reason or explanation for something.

sentence order B1

아래 단어를 탭해서 문장을 만들어 보세요
정답! 아쉬워요. 정답: I can see the mountains from my window.

This sentence describes observing mountains from a window.

sentence order B1

아래 단어를 탭해서 문장을 만들어 보세요
정답! 아쉬워요. 정답: Did you see the new movie last night?

This is a question about whether someone watched a new movie.

sentence order B1

아래 단어를 탭해서 문장을 만들어 보세요
정답! 아쉬워요. 정답: She was happy to see her friends again.

This sentence expresses joy at a reunion.

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After carefully examining the evidence, the detective began to ______ a clear pattern in the suspect's movements.

정답! 아쉬워요. 정답: discern

To 'discern' means to perceive or recognize something, especially after careful consideration, which fits the context of a detective analyzing evidence.

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Despite the dense fog, the experienced sailor managed to ______ the faint outline of the distant lighthouse.

정답! 아쉬워요. 정답: glimpse

To 'glimpse' means to see something briefly or partially, often in difficult conditions, which is appropriate for seeing a lighthouse through fog.

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The architect had a remarkable ability to ______ the completed structure even before the first brick was laid.

정답! 아쉬워요. 정답: envision

To 'envision' means to imagine as a future possibility; to picture in the mind, which aligns with an architect's ability to conceive a building before it's built.

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The art critic could ______ the subtle nuances in the painting that most casual observers would miss.

정답! 아쉬워요. 정답: perceive

To 'perceive' means to become aware or conscious of something; to realize or understand, often referring to subtle details, fitting the context of an art critic.

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From the mountaintop, we could ______ the sprawling city beneath us, stretching as far as the eye could see.

정답! 아쉬워요. 정답: behold

To 'behold' means to see or observe something, especially something remarkable or impressive, which suits the view of a city from a mountaintop.

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It's essential to ______ the potential consequences of your actions before making a hasty decision.

정답! 아쉬워요. 정답: foresee

To 'foresee' means to know or realize beforehand, which is crucial for considering consequences before making decisions.

sentence order B2

아래 단어를 탭해서 문장을 만들어 보세요
정답! 아쉬워요. 정답: Despite the fog, she could just see the outline of the distant ship.

This sentence describes the act of perceiving something visually, even with an obstruction like fog.

sentence order B2

아래 단어를 탭해서 문장을 만들어 보세요
정답! 아쉬워요. 정답: It's hard to see the logic in their decision when all the evidence points to the contrary.

In this context, 'see' means to understand or perceive with the mind, rather than with the eyes.

sentence order B2

아래 단어를 탭해서 문장을 만들어 보세요
정답! 아쉬워요. 정답: If you don't believe me, just see for yourself how much progress we've made.

This idiom 'see for yourself' means to personally observe or verify something.

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The CEO struggled to ___ eye to eye with the dissenting board members, leading to a contentious meeting.

정답! 아쉬워요. 정답: see

To 'see eye to eye' is an idiom meaning to agree with someone.

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Despite the compelling evidence, the jury could not ___ their way to a unanimous verdict.

정답! 아쉬워요. 정답: see

To 'see one's way to' doing something means to find it possible or agreeable to do it.

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It's difficult to ___ the future of the company with such volatile market conditions.

정답! 아쉬워요. 정답: see

In this context, 'see' means to anticipate or envision the future.

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I'll ___ to it that all the necessary preparations are made for the conference.

정답! 아쉬워요. 정답: see

To 'see to it' means to take responsibility for something or to make sure it happens.

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The politician failed to ___ the gravity of the public's discontent, leading to a significant loss in the election.

정답! 아쉬워요. 정답: see

To 'see' the gravity of a situation means to comprehend its seriousness or importance.

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After years of dedicated research, the scientist was finally able to ___ the results of his experiments come to fruition.

정답! 아쉬워요. 정답: see

To 'see' something come to fruition means to witness or experience its successful completion.

multiple choice C1

The renowned architect possessed a unique ability to ___ the finished structure before the first brick was laid.

정답! 아쉬워요. 정답: envision

To 'envision' means to imagine as a future possibility; to 'see' something in one's mind before it exists physically, which fits the context of an architect planning a structure.

multiple choice C1

Despite the compelling evidence, the jury struggled to ___ the defendant's innocence, given the circumstantial nature of the case.

정답! 아쉬워요. 정답: discern

To 'discern' means to perceive or recognize something, often with difficulty or by making careful distinctions. In this context, it refers to grasping the defendant's innocence amidst complexity.

multiple choice C1

It's difficult to ___ how the new policy will impact the economy without a comprehensive analysis.

정답! 아쉬워요. 정답: foresee

To 'foresee' means to know or expect something in advance, which is appropriate for predicting the impact of a policy.

true false C1

After years of meticulous research, the scientist finally began to see the patterns emerging from the complex data, leading to a groundbreaking discovery.

정답! 아쉬워요. 정답:

In this context, 'to see' means to understand or discern patterns, which is a valid and common metaphorical usage of the verb.

true false C1

The ambassador claimed to see eye to eye with his counterpart on all geopolitical issues, despite their nations' long-standing disagreements.

정답! 아쉬워요. 정답:

'To see eye to eye' is an idiom meaning to agree fully, which fits the context of two individuals in discussion.

true false C1

It is imperative that we see through this challenging period with unwavering resolve to ensure the project's success.

정답! 아쉬워요. 정답:

'To see through' in this context means to complete something despite difficulties, or to persevere until the end, which aligns with the sentence's meaning.

multiple choice C2

After weeks of intense negotiations, the two rival factions finally came to ______ on a peace treaty.

정답! 아쉬워요. 정답: see eye to eye

To 'see eye to eye' means to agree with someone. The context of peace treaty negotiations implies that agreement was eventually reached.

multiple choice C2

Despite the compelling evidence, the jury failed to ______ the gravity of the defendant's actions.

정답! 아쉬워요. 정답: see the wood for the trees

To 'see the wood for the trees' means to understand the main point or general situation, rather than being too focused on minor details. In this case, the jury couldn't grasp the overall significance.

multiple choice C2

Her remarkable intuition allowed her to ______ the charade, even when everyone else was fooled by his deceptive charm.

정답! 아쉬워요. 정답: see through

To 'see through' someone or something means to understand their true nature or intentions, often when they are trying to deceive you. Here, she understood the charade.

true false C2

If you 'see fit' to do something, it means you consider it appropriate or suitable to do it.

정답! 아쉬워요. 정답:

To 'see fit' is an idiom meaning to decide or consider something appropriate to do.

true false C2

When someone is described as 'seeing pink elephants', it implies they are having a moment of clarity and insight.

정답! 아쉬워요. 정답: 거짓

To 'see pink elephants' is a colloquialism for hallucinating, often due to excessive alcohol consumption, and does not imply clarity or insight.

true false C2

To 'see someone off' means to accompany them to their departure point, such as an airport or train station.

정답! 아쉬워요. 정답:

The idiom 'to see someone off' correctly means to accompany them to the point where they leave.

listening C2

Focus on understanding the nuance of 'see' in the context of perceiving advantages or positive aspects.

정답! 아쉬워요. 정답: Despite the myriad challenges, she could see the silver lining in every predicament, a testament to her unwavering optimism.
정답! 아쉬워요. 정답:
listening C2

Consider 'see through' as understanding something hidden or deceptive.

정답! 아쉬워요. 정답: The seasoned diplomat possessed an uncanny ability to see through the veneer of political rhetoric and discern the true intentions.
정답! 아쉬워요. 정답:
listening C2

Listen for the idiomatic expression 'see eye to eye' and its meaning.

정답! 아쉬워요. 정답: He struggled to see eye to eye with his colleagues on the proposed policy changes, leading to protracted debates and stalemates.
정답! 아쉬워요. 정답:
speaking C2

Read this aloud:

Articulate a situation where it is crucial to 'see beyond the obvious'.

Focus: beyond the obvious

정답! 아쉬워요. 정답:
speaking C2

Read this aloud:

Discuss the implications of a leader failing to 'see the bigger picture' during a crisis.

Focus: bigger picture

정답! 아쉬워요. 정답:
speaking C2

Read this aloud:

Explain how an innovative artist might 'see' inspiration in unexpected places.

Focus: unexpected places

정답! 아쉬워요. 정답:
sentence order C2

아래 단어를 탭해서 문장을 만들어 보세요
정답! 아쉬워요. 정답: He struggled to see the nuances of the argument.

This sentence structure places the subject and verb at the beginning, followed by the direct object and its modifiers, which is a common and clear way to express this idea.

sentence order C2

아래 단어를 탭해서 문장을 만들어 보세요
정답! 아쉬워요. 정답: They failed to see the inevitable consequences of their actions.

The order of 'subject-verb-object' followed by a prepositional phrase for 'consequences' makes the sentence grammatically correct and easily understandable.

sentence order C2

아래 단어를 탭해서 문장을 만들어 보세요
정답! 아쉬워요. 정답: She was the first to see the pattern in the data.

This arrangement clearly states who 'she' was and what she was the first to accomplish, with 'the pattern in the data' acting as the object of 'see'.

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