Feeling uneasy or worried due to uncertainty or lack of confidence.
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- Used to express worry or nervousness about something.
- Commonly describes feelings about the future or uncertain situations.
- Can also refer to a physically unstable or shaky state.
개요
'불안하다'는 심리적인 상태를 나타내는 형용사로, 주로 걱정, 초조함, 혹은 불확실성에서 오는 부정적인 감정을 표현할 때 사용합니다. 2) 사용 패턴: 주로 주어(사람)가 불안함을 느끼는 주체로 등장하며, '무엇 때문에(때문에/해서)'와 같은 이유와 결합하여 사용됩니다. 예: '시험 결과가 불안하다', '혼자 있기가 불안하다'. 3) 일반적인 맥락: 일상생활에서는 미래에 대한 걱정, 건강, 경제적 상황, 혹은 안전에 대한 우려를 표현할 때 매우 자주 쓰입니다. 4) 유의어 비교: '걱정되다'는 구체적인 대상에 대한 염려를 의미하는 반면, '불안하다'는 막연한 심리적 동요나 상태를 더 강조한다는 점에서 차이가 있습니다.
Examples
시험 결과가 어떻게 나올지 너무 불안해요.
everydayI am so anxious about how the test results will turn out.
경제 상황이 불안하여 투자를 망설이고 있습니다.
formalI am hesitating to invest because the economic situation is unstable.
밤길이 어두워서 혼자 걷기가 불안해.
informalI feel uneasy walking alone because the street is dark at night.
환자의 심리 상태가 매우 불안한 것으로 관찰됩니다.
academicThe patient's psychological state is observed to be very unstable.
Common Collocations
Common Phrases
불안감을 느끼다
feel a sense of anxiety
불안에 떨다
tremble with anxiety
불안을 해소하다
relieve anxiety
Often Confused With
불편하다 means uncomfortable or inconvenient, whereas 불안하다 means anxious or uneasy.
걱정되다 focuses on a specific worry, while 불안하다 focuses on the internal state of anxiety.
Grammar Patterns
How to Use It
Usage Notes
Use '불안하다' when talking about feelings of anxiety or lack of stability. It is used in both formal and informal registers. When describing an object, it means 'unstable'.
Common Mistakes
Beginners often confuse it with '불편하다'. Remember that '불편하다' is for comfort/convenience, '불안하다' is for anxiety/stability. Ensure the subject matches the adjective.
Tips
Use with specific reasons for clarity
To sound natural, combine it with the reason for your anxiety. For example, '시험 결과 때문에 불안해요' clearly explains why you feel that way.
Don't confuse with 'uncomfortable'
While '불편하다' means uncomfortable or inconvenient, '불안하다' is strictly about psychological anxiety or instability. Use them correctly based on context.
Social expression of anxiety
In Korean culture, expressing anxiety about the future is common due to high competition. It is a socially acceptable way to ask for support or empathy.
Word Origin
Derived from the Sino-Korean characters '不(아닐 불)' and '安(편안할 안)', meaning 'not peaceful'. It literally describes the absence of peace.
Cultural Context
Koreans often use this word to express shared concerns about societal or personal futures. It reflects the high-pressure environment of modern Korean society.
Memory Tip
Think of a 'Bull' (불) running around in your heart causing 'An' (안) - it makes you anxious! Or simply associate '불' with 'fire' (burning anxiety).
Frequently Asked Questions
4 questions걱정되다는 구체적인 문제에 집중하는 반면, 불안하다는 심리적인 상태나 막연한 두려움을 포함합니다. 둘 다 비슷한 상황에서 쓸 수 있지만 불안하다가 더 심리적 동요가 큽니다.
마음이 편안하고 걱정이 없는 상태인 '안심하다' 또는 '편안하다'가 반대말입니다.
주로 '~가/이 불안하다' 형태로 쓰이며, 이유를 설명할 때는 '~해서 불안하다'를 사용합니다.
네, 맞습니다. 의자가 흔들리거나 다리가 부실할 때 '의자가 불안하다'처럼 상태가 안정적이지 않다는 의미로도 사용합니다.
Test Yourself
내일 시험이 있어서 마음이 ___.
시험에 대한 걱정은 '불안하다'로 표현합니다.
Score: /1
Summary
Feeling uneasy or worried due to uncertainty or lack of confidence.
- Used to express worry or nervousness about something.
- Commonly describes feelings about the future or uncertain situations.
- Can also refer to a physically unstable or shaky state.
Use with specific reasons for clarity
To sound natural, combine it with the reason for your anxiety. For example, '시험 결과 때문에 불안해요' clearly explains why you feel that way.
Don't confuse with 'uncomfortable'
While '불편하다' means uncomfortable or inconvenient, '불안하다' is strictly about psychological anxiety or instability. Use them correctly based on context.
Social expression of anxiety
In Korean culture, expressing anxiety about the future is common due to high competition. It is a socially acceptable way to ask for support or empathy.
Examples
4 of 4시험 결과가 어떻게 나올지 너무 불안해요.
I am so anxious about how the test results will turn out.
경제 상황이 불안하여 투자를 망설이고 있습니다.
I am hesitating to invest because the economic situation is unstable.
밤길이 어두워서 혼자 걷기가 불안해.
I feel uneasy walking alone because the street is dark at night.
환자의 심리 상태가 매우 불안한 것으로 관찰됩니다.
The patient's psychological state is observed to be very unstable.
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