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A1 noun 9분 분량

넓이

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예시 넓이 30초 만에
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At the A1 level, 넓이 is a simple noun used to describe the size of rooms or common objects. Learners at this stage should focus on using it with basic verbs like 있다 (to have/exist) or 얼마예요? (how much/how large?). You will mostly hear it in the context of describing your home or school. For example, 'The room's area is big' (방의 넓이가 커요). It's important to start recognizing the difference between the adjective 넓다 (wide) and the noun 넓이 (width/area). Usually, A1 learners use adjectives more, but 넓이 is the first step into learning how to use nouns for measurement. You should practice asking simple questions about the size of things you use every day, like a desk or a notebook. Even though it's a measurement word, don't worry about complex units yet; just focus on the concept of 'how much space something takes up on a flat surface.'
At the A2 level, you begin to use 넓이 in more practical scenarios, such as shopping or moving. You will learn to pair it with specific measurement units like 제곱미터 (square meters). You might use it when talking to a clerk at a furniture store: 'I need to know the area of the table' (테이블의 넓이를 알고 싶어요). At this stage, you should also be able to compare the 넓이 of two different things using comparative structures like 보다. For instance, 'This room's area is larger than that room' (이 방의 넓이가 저 방보다 넓어요). You are also expected to understand the word when it appears in simple instructions, like a DIY kit or a basic cooking recipe that mentions the size of a pan. Your vocabulary is expanding to include other dimensions like 길이 (length) and 높이 (height), so practicing these together as a set is very helpful.
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At the B1 level, 넓이 moves into the realm of basic mathematics and more detailed descriptions. You should be comfortable using the word in a classroom setting or when discussing hobbies like gardening or interior design. You will start using more complex verbs like 구하다 (to find/calculate) or 측정하다 (to measure). For example, 'Let's calculate the area of the garden' (정원의 넓이를 구해 봅시다). You will also encounter the word in news articles or weather reports, perhaps describing the size of a park or the extent of a public square. This is also the stage where you should clearly distinguish 넓이 from 너비 (width) and 폭 (breadth) to avoid common mistakes. You can describe not just the size, but how the 넓이 affects the utility of a space, such as 'Because the area is small, we can only fit a few chairs.'
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At the B2 level, you use 넓이 in professional or semi-formal contexts. You might encounter it in real estate contracts, apartment brochures, or technical manuals. You should understand the cultural transition in Korea from using 평 to square meters and be able to discuss this. Your sentences will become more complex, using the word as part of nested clauses: 'The area of the land that the government purchased is...' (정부가 매입한 토지의 넓이는...). You will also start to see the Sino-Korean synonym 면적 appearing more frequently in your reading materials, and you should know when to choose 넓이 for a more 'native' or less 'clinical' feel. You can also use the word in abstract discussions, such as the 'breadth' of a program's reach or the 'extent' of a problem, although these are still less common than physical applications.
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At the C1 level, your understanding of 넓이 is nuanced and precise. You can use it in academic writing, architectural critiques, or high-level business negotiations. You understand the subtle poetic or rhetorical uses of the word. For example, a writer might use 넓이 to describe the vastness of the sea or the sky in a way that feels more tangible and grounded than using more abstract words. You can discuss the implications of 넓이 in urban planning, such as the ratio of green space to building area. You are also proficient in using the full range of related vocabulary, including 둘레 (circumference/perimeter), 부피 (volume), and 지름 (diameter), and can explain the relationships between them in Korean. Your mastery of the 'ㄹㅂ' patchim pronunciation is perfect, even in fast, natural speech.
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At the C2 level, 넓이 is a tool you use with total native-like fluency. You can engage in deep philosophical or scientific debates where the concept of area is central—such as in physics (surface tension, relativity) or philosophy (the concept of space). You can appreciate and use the word in classical literature or modern poetry where its meaning might be stretched for artistic effect. You understand the historical evolution of the word from Middle Korean and can perhaps even discuss how spatial concepts are encoded differently in Korean compared to other languages. You can effortlessly switch between 넓이 and 면적 depending on the exact 'flavor' you want to give your speech, and you can catch even the slightest misuse of the word by others. You are capable of explaining the most complex mathematical formulas involving area in clear, sophisticated Korean.
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예시

넓이 30초 만에

  • 넓이 means 'area' or 'extent' of a 2D surface.
  • It is derived from the adjective 넓다 (to be wide).
  • Commonly used in real estate, math, and daily measurements.
  • Distinct from 너비 (1D width) and 크기 (general size).

The Korean word 넓이 (neolbi) is a fundamental noun that translates primarily to 'area' or 'extent' in English. It is derived from the descriptive verb 넓다 (neolda), which means 'to be wide' or 'to be spacious.' By adding the nominalizing suffix -이, the quality of being wide is transformed into a measurable noun. While English speakers might use 'width' and 'area' interchangeably in casual conversation, in Korean, 넓이 specifically emphasizes the two-dimensional space occupied by a surface. Whether you are measuring the floor of a new apartment, calculating the size of a piece of paper for an art project, or discussing the vastness of a park, this word is your primary tool for spatial quantification.

Physical Dimension
In physical contexts, 넓이 refers to the calculated space of a surface. For example, when buying a rug, you need to know the 넓이 of your living room floor to ensure a proper fit. It is the product of length (길이) and width (너비).
Mathematical Context
In a geometry classroom, students use 넓이 to describe the area of shapes like triangles, circles, and rectangles. It is the standard term used in textbooks to denote the size of a plane figure.

이 방의 넓이는 얼마나 되나요? (How large is the area of this room?)

Understanding the nuance between 넓이 and its close relative 너비 (neobi) is crucial for learners. While 넓이 usually refers to the total area (length times width), 너비 specifically refers to the horizontal width or breadth of an object. For instance, the 너비 of a road is how wide it is from one side to the other, but the 넓이 of a field is the total square footage of its surface. This distinction is often tested in advanced proficiency exams and is essential for clear communication in technical fields like construction, architecture, and interior design.

In modern Korea, the concept of 넓이 is intimately tied to real estate. While the official unit of measurement for 넓이 is the square meter (제곱미터), many Koreans still colloquially use the traditional unit 평 (pyeong). One 평 is approximately 3.3 square meters. When looking for a home, you will constantly see 넓이 used in advertisements to denote the size of the living space. Being able to discuss the 넓이 of a space is therefore not just a linguistic skill, but a practical survival skill for anyone living in or visiting Korea.

삼각형의 넓이를 구하는 공식은 밑변 곱하기 높이 나누기 이입니다. (The formula for finding the area of a triangle is base times height divided by two.)

Daily Life
From deciding which screen size to buy for a new smartphone to figuring out if a table will fit in a kitchen corner, 넓이 is everywhere. It helps us conceptualize the physical world around us.

Using 넓이 correctly in a sentence requires an understanding of its role as a noun and the verbs it typically pairs with. Most commonly, it acts as the object of a measurement action or the subject of a descriptive statement. Because it is a measure of space, it is often followed by markers that indicate size or calculation.

Common Verb Pairings
1. 넓이를 재다: To measure the area.
2. 넓이를 구하다: To find/calculate the area (mathematical).
3. 넓이가 넓다/좁다: The area is wide/narrow (spacious/cramped).
4. 넓이를 비교하다: To compare areas.

운동장의 넓이가 정말 커서 축구하기 좋아요. (The area of the playground is so large that it's good for playing soccer.)

When you want to specify exactly how large an area is, you use the structure [Noun] + 의 넓이 + [Subject Particle] + [Value]. For example, 'The area of the paper is 50 square centimeters' becomes 종이의 넓이가 50제곱센티미터입니다. It is important to note that when speaking about the physical space of a room, people often use the adjective 넓다 (to be wide) directly, but 넓이 is the formal way to refer to the concept itself.

In abstract or metaphorical contexts, 넓이 can sometimes be used to describe the scope of one's knowledge or the breadth of a topic. However, this is less common than using the word for physical dimensions. For metaphorical 'breadth of mind,' Koreans usually use the word 도량 (doryang) or simply say 마음이 넓다 (one's heart is wide). Thus, as a learner, you should focus your usage of 넓이 on physical surfaces and mathematical calculations.

우리는 거실의 넓이에 맞는 카펫을 골랐어요. (We chose a carpet that fits the area of the living room.)

Sentence Structure Patterns
- [Place] + 의 넓이: The area of [Place].
- 넓이를 넓히다: To expand the area (make it wider).
- 넓이를 줄이다: To reduce the area (make it smaller).

You are most likely to encounter 넓이 in environments where precision and measurement are paramount. In South Korea, where space is a premium commodity due to high population density, discussions about 넓이 are a daily occurrence, particularly in the housing market. If you walk into a 부동산 (budongsan), or real estate office, the agent will immediately start talking about the 넓이 of various apartments using both square meters and 'pyeong.'

Real Estate and Housing
When viewing a studio apartment (one-room), you might hear: "이 방은 넓이가 혼자 살기에 딱 적당해요" (The area of this room is just right for living alone). It's a key factor in determining the price and utility of a home.
Education and Science
In schools, from elementary to high school, 넓이 is a staple of the mathematics curriculum. Students spend years learning how to calculate the 넓이 of complex polygons. In science, it's used to discuss surface area in chemistry or physics experiments.

이 땅의 넓이는 약 백 평 정도 됩니다. (The area of this land is about 100 pyeong.)

Another common place to hear this word is in home improvement stores like IKEA or local hardware shops. When you are buying flooring, wallpaper, or paint, the staff will ask for the 넓이 of the surface you intend to cover. Similarly, in fashion and textiles, while 'length' and 'width' (너비) are used for rolls of fabric, the total 넓이 of the material determines the cost and the number of items that can be produced.

Finally, you might hear it in the context of sports. Commentators might talk about the 넓이 of a tennis court or the area covered by a goalkeeper. In every context, the word brings a sense of grounded, physical reality to the conversation, grounding abstract descriptions in quantifiable numbers.

화면의 넓이가 커서 영화 보기에 아주 좋습니다. (The area of the screen is large, so it's very good for watching movies.)

For English speakers learning Korean, the most frequent mistake involving 넓이 is confusing it with its related terms: 너비 (width), 크기 (size), and 면적 (area/surface area). While they all relate to dimensions, their specific usages are distinct and swapping them can lead to confusion or sounding unnatural.

Confusion with 너비 (Neobi)
As mentioned before, 넓이 is the 2D area (length x width), whereas 너비 is just the 1D horizontal width. If you say the 넓이 of a bridge is 10 meters, a Korean speaker will think you are talking about its total surface area, not how wide it is for cars to pass.
Confusion with 크기 (Keugi)
크기 is a much broader term meaning 'size.' It can refer to volume, length, or even the abstract importance of something. 넓이 is specific to 2D surfaces. You wouldn't use 넓이 to describe the 'size' of a ball (which is 3D); you would use 크기 or 부피 (volume).

Incorrect: 이 길의 넓이는 좁아요. (The area of this road is narrow.)
Correct: 이 길의 너비는 좁아요. (The width of this road is narrow.)

Another mistake is using 넓이 when the Sino-Korean term 면적 (myeonjeok) would be more appropriate. 면적 is often used in official documents, land surveys, and academic papers. While 넓이 is perfectly fine for daily life, using 면적 in a formal contract sounds more professional. Conversely, using 면적 when talking about a piece of bread might sound overly clinical.

Lastly, be careful with the verb 넓히다 (to widen). While it is the causative form of 넓다, learners sometimes try to use 넓이 as a verb directly. Remember that 넓이 is strictly a noun. To say 'increase the area,' you must say 넓이를 넓히다 or 넓이를 키우다.

책상의 넓이가 너무 좁아서 공부하기 힘들어요. (The area of the desk is too narrow, so it's hard to study.)

To truly master Korean spatial vocabulary, you need to know how 넓이 sits within a family of similar words. Depending on the context—whether it's mathematical, architectural, or casual—you might choose a different word to convey 'size' or 'space.'

면적 (Myeonjeok) - Surface Area
This is the Sino-Korean equivalent of 넓이. It is used in formal, technical, and official contexts. If you are reading a government report on land use or a blueprint for a building, you will see 면적 rather than 넓이.
Example: 총 면적 (Total area)
너비 (Neobi) - Width/Breadth
As discussed, this refers to the horizontal measurement. It is the 'width' part of the area calculation. If you are talking about the width of a river or a door frame, use 너비.
Example: 길의 너비 (The width of the road)
폭 (Pok) - Width/Span
Similar to 너비, but 폭 is often used for things like fabric, paper, or the 'range' of something. It can also be used metaphorically for the 'breadth' of one's experience.
Example: 폭이 넓은 지식 (Wide-ranging knowledge)

방의 넓이와 창문의 너비를 확인하세요. (Check the area of the room and the width of the window.)

Choosing between 넓이 and 면적 is often a matter of register. In a casual conversation with a friend about your new garden, 넓이 sounds natural and warm. In a legal dispute over property lines, 면적 provides the necessary precision and formality. Similarly, 크기 is the safe 'catch-all' word when you aren't sure if you should be talking about area, volume, or general size, but using 넓이 shows a higher level of linguistic precision.

When describing the 'spaciousness' of a place, you might also hear 공간 (gonggan) meaning space. While 넓이 is the measurement of the surface, 공간 is the three-dimensional volume or the general feeling of the area. If a room has a high ceiling, you might say the 공간 feels large, even if the 넓이 (floor area) is small.

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수준별 예문

1

방의 넓이가 아주 커요.

The area of the room is very big.

넓이가 is the subject (area + subject marker).

2

이 책상의 넓이는 얼마예요?

How large is the area of this desk?

얼마예요 is used here to ask about the measurement/size.

3

넓이가 좁은 방이에요.

It is a room with a narrow area.

넓이가 좁은 is an adjective phrase modifying 방.

4

거실 넓이를 확인해요.

Check the living room area.

넓이를 is the object of the verb 확인하다.

5

종이의 넓이가 작아요.

The area of the paper is small.

의 indicates possession (the paper's area).

6

공원의 넓이가 넓어서 좋아요.

I like the park because its area is wide.

-어서 indicates a reason (because the area is wide...).

7

상자의 넓이를 재어 보세요.

Please try measuring the area of the box.

-어 보세요 is a polite suggestion to try doing something.

8

집의 넓이가 중요해요.

The area of the house is important.

중요해요 is the adjective 'to be important'.

1

이 아파트의 넓이는 80제곱미터입니다.

The area of this apartment is 80 square meters.

제곱미터 is the standard unit for area.

2

넓이를 재는 방법을 가르쳐 주세요.

Please teach me how to measure the area.

-는 방법 means 'the way/method of doing'.

3

식탁의 넓이가 생각보다 좁네요.

The area of the dining table is narrower than I thought.

-보다 means 'than'; 생각보다 means 'than thought'.

4

더 큰 넓이의 텐트가 필요해요.

I need a tent with a larger area.

더 큰 넓이의 modifies 텐트.

5

운동장의 넓이를 다 같이 계산해 봐요.

Let's all try calculating the area of the playground.

계산하다 means to calculate.

6

수영장의 넓이가 얼마나 됩니까?

How large is the area of the swimming pool?

얼마나 됩니까 is a formal way to ask for a quantity.

7

마당의 넓이가 넓어서 나무를 심었어요.

Because the yard area is wide, I planted a tree.

심다 means to plant.

8

화면의 넓이가 커서 눈이 편해요.

The screen area is large, so my eyes are comfortable.

편해요 means to be comfortable/easy.

1

삼각형의 넓이를 구하는 공식은 무엇인가요?

What is the formula for finding the area of a triangle?

구하다 is the standard verb for 'finding' a mathematical result.

2

이 방은 넓이에 비해 가구가 너무 많아요.

This room has too much furniture compared to its area.

-에 비해 means 'compared to'.

3

베란다를 확장해서 거실 넓이를 키웠어요.

We expanded the veranda to increase the living room area.

키우다 means to grow or increase something.

4

지도의 축척에 따라 실제 넓이가 달라져요.

The actual area changes depending on the map's scale.

-에 따라 means 'according to' or 'depending on'.

5

이 땅의 정확한 넓이를 측정한 보고서입니다.

This is a report that measured the exact area of this land.

측정하다 is a formal verb for 'to measure'.

6

컴퓨터 칩의 넓이를 줄이는 기술이 중요합니다.

Technology that reduces the area of computer chips is important.

줄이다 is the causative of 'to decrease'.

7

호수의 넓이가 너무 커서 끝이 안 보여요.

The area of the lake is so large that the end isn't visible.

-어서 indicates result; 안 보여요 means 'cannot be seen'.

8

피자의 넓이를 비교해 보면 라지 사이즈가 유리해요.

If you compare the pizza areas, the large size is more advantageous.

유리하다 means to be advantageous or profitable.

1

전용 면적과 공용 넓이를 구분해서 확인해야 합니다.

You must distinguish and check the private area and the common area.

전용 면적 (private area) and 공용 (common) are real estate terms.

2

도시의 녹지 넓이를 확보하는 것이 환경에 좋습니다.

Securing the area of green space in the city is good for the environment.

확보하다 means to secure or ensure.

3

태양광 패널의 넓이가 넓을수록 발전량이 많아집니다.

The wider the area of the solar panels, the more power is generated.

-을수록 means 'the more..., the more...'

4

이 댐은 수면의 넓이가 엄청나서 관광지로 유명해요.

This dam is famous as a tourist spot because the water surface area is huge.

수면 means water surface.

5

벽지의 넓이를 잘못 계산해서 다시 주문했어요.

I calculated the area of the wallpaper wrong, so I ordered it again.

잘못 indicates an error in the action.

6

페인트 한 통으로 칠할 수 있는 넓이가 적혀 있습니다.

The area that can be painted with one can is written on it.

-ㄹ 수 있는 is a relative clause meaning 'can'.

7

산불로 인해 소실된 산림의 넓이가 여의도 면적의 세 배입니다.

The area of forest lost due to the wildfire is three times the area of Yeouido.

소실된 means 'lost/destroyed' (by fire).

8

창문의 넓이를 조절하여 채광을 극대화했습니다.

We maximized the lighting by adjusting the area of the windows.

극대화하다 means to maximize.

1

이 건축물은 바닥의 넓이보다 공간의 깊이에 집중했습니다.

This building focused on the depth of the space rather than the floor area.

깊이 means depth.

2

데이터의 시각화에서 원의 넓이는 수치를 나타냅니다.

In data visualization, the area of the circle represents the numerical value.

시각화 means visualization.

3

세포막의 넓이가 넓을수록 물질 교환이 활발해집니다.

The larger the surface area of the cell membrane, the more active the substance exchange.

활발해지다 means to become active.

4

영토의 넓이가 국가의 국력을 결정하는 유일한 척도는 아닙니다.

The area of territory is not the only measure that determines a nation's power.

척도 means scale or measure.

5

농경지의 넓이를 확장하기 위해 간척 사업을 진행했습니다.

Reclamation projects were carried out to expand the area of agricultural land.

간척 사업 means land reclamation project.

6

입자의 표면 넓이가 화학 반응 속도에 미치는 영향은 큽니다.

The impact of a particle's surface area on the chemical reaction rate is significant.

-에 미치는 영향 means 'the influence on'.

7

전시실의 넓이를 고려하여 작품의 배치를 구상했습니다.

I planned the arrangement of the works considering the area of the exhibition hall.

고려하여 means 'considering' or 'taking into account'.

8

해수면 상승으로 인해 섬의 넓이가 점차 줄어들고 있습니다.

The area of the island is gradually shrinking due to rising sea levels.

점차 means gradually.

1

비유클리드 기하학에서 삼각형의 넓이 합은 180도가 아닐 수 있습니다.

In non-Euclidean geometry, the sum of the angles (and thus area properties) of a triangle might not be 180 degrees.

비유클리드 기하학 is Non-Euclidean geometry.

2

작가는 광활한 대지의 넓이를 통해 인간의 왜소함을 표현했습니다.

The author expressed human insignificance through the vast area of the earth.

왜소함 means smallness or insignificance.

3

적분은 곡선 아래의 넓이를 구하는 가장 정교한 수학적 도구입니다.

Integration is the most sophisticated mathematical tool for finding the area under a curve.

적분 means integration (calculus).

4

도시 계획에서 공공 넓이의 배분은 사회적 형평성을 반영해야 합니다.

In urban planning, the allocation of public area should reflect social equity.

형평성 means equity or fairness.

5

우주의 넓이를 가늠하는 것은 인간의 상상력을 초월하는 일입니다.

Gauging the area (extent) of the universe is something that transcends human imagination.

초월하다 means to transcend.

6

뇌 피질의 넓이와 지능의 상관관계에 대한 연구가 활발합니다.

Research on the correlation between the area of the cerebral cortex and intelligence is active.

상관관계 means correlation.

7

이 시는 침묵의 넓이를 언어로 형상화하려는 시도를 보여줍니다.

This poem shows an attempt to embody the 'area' of silence through language.

형상화하다 means to embody or give shape to.

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생태계의 복원력은 서식지 넓이의 임계점과 밀접한 관련이 있습니다.

The resilience of an ecosystem is closely related to the critical threshold of habitat area.

임계점 means critical point or threshold.

자주 쓰는 조합

넓이를 재다
넓이를 구하다
넓이가 넓다
넓이가 좁다
넓이를 넓히다
넓이를 줄이다
전체 넓이
바닥 넓이
넓이를 측정하다
넓이 단위

자주 쓰는 구문

넓이가 얼마예요?

— How large is the area? Used when asking for a size measurement.

이 사무실의 넓이가 얼마예요?

넓이가 딱 맞다

— The area is a perfect fit. Used for furniture or spaces.

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