It describes the visible behavior or internal state of feeling uneasy and anxious.
Word in 30 Seconds
- Used to describe a state of feeling anxious or uneasy.
- Often used when someone is worried about the future.
- Functions as an observer's description of someone's emotions.
개요
'불안해하다'는 형용사 '불안하다'에 보조 동사 '-해하다'가 결합한 형태입니다. 화자가 자신의 상태를 서술하거나 타인의 상태를 관찰하여 묘사할 때 사용합니다. 2) 사용 패턴: 주로 주어 + 가/이 + 불안해하다 구조로 쓰이며, '~을/를 불안해하다'와 같이 목적어를 동반하기도 합니다. 3) 공통 문맥: 시험 결과, 건강 문제, 미래에 대한 불확실성 등 심리적 동요가 일어나는 상황에서 자주 등장합니다. 4) 유의어 비교: '걱정하다'는 구체적인 대상을 염려하는 느낌이 강하고, '불안해하다'는 대상의 유무와 상관없이 마음이 안절부절못하고 불안정한 상태 그 자체를 강조합니다.
Examples
그는 시험 결과를 기다리며 불안해했다.
everydayHe felt anxious while waiting for the test results.
면접관 앞에서 불안해하는 모습을 보이지 마세요.
formalDo not show signs of anxiety in front of the interviewer.
왜 그렇게 불안해해? 괜찮아.
informalWhy are you so anxious? It's okay.
많은 청년이 미래의 경제 상황을 불안해한다.
academicMany young people are anxious about the future economic situation.
Common Collocations
Common Phrases
불안해하지 마세요
Don't be anxious
계속 불안해하다
to keep feeling anxious
Often Confused With
While both involve negative feelings, '걱정하다' focuses on the mental process of worrying about a specific problem, whereas '불안해하다' focuses on the physiological and emotional state of being unsettled.
Grammar Patterns
How to Use It
Usage Notes
The word is a standard verb used in both written and spoken Korean. It is highly versatile and fits into most registers. Ensure you distinguish between the adjective '불안하다' and the verb '불안해하다' based on whether you are describing a state or an action of feeling.
Common Mistakes
Learners often use the adjective form '불안하다' when they should be describing an action or behavior. Another mistake is omitting the '-해하다' part when the subject is someone other than the speaker. Always remember that '-해하다' is added to describe the appearance of an emotion.
Tips
Use with emotional expressions
Combine this with adverbs like '너무' or '많이' to emphasize the intensity of the anxiety. It helps convey the depth of the person's stress.
Avoid using for inanimate objects
Only use this for living beings capable of feeling emotions. Do not say 'the project is anxious' as it is grammatically incorrect.
Korean culture and emotional expression
Koreans often use this to show empathy. Saying '왜 그렇게 불안해해?' is a common way to offer comfort to a friend.
Word Origin
Derived from the Hanja '不安' (not peaceful) combined with the Korean verb suffix '-해하다' which turns adjectives into verbs describing the manifestation of feelings.
Cultural Context
In Korean culture, expressing anxiety is sometimes seen as a sign of being thorough or careful, but excessive anxiety is usually met with words of encouragement. It is a very common word used to bond with others through shared emotional experiences.
Memory Tip
Think of '불안' (anxiety) + '해하다' (to do/show). You are 'doing' the act of being anxious.
Frequently Asked Questions
4 questions불안하다는 형용사로 주어의 상태를 직접 서술할 때 쓰이고, 불안해하다는 동사로 주어가 불안함을 느끼는 행동이나 변화를 관찰자가 묘사할 때 주로 사용합니다.
중요한 발표를 앞두고 있거나, 연락이 없는 가족을 기다릴 때 등 마음이 초조한 모든 상황에서 사용할 수 있습니다.
과거형은 '불안해했다'로 씁니다. 예를 들어 '그는 어제 결과 때문에 계속 불안해했다'와 같이 표현합니다.
네, '미래를 불안해하다'처럼 '~을/를'을 붙여 무엇 때문에 불안한지 구체적으로 명시할 수 있습니다.
Test Yourself
시험 결과가 나오지 않아서 그는 너무 ___.
과거의 상황을 서술하므로 과거형인 '불안해했다'가 적절합니다.
Score: /1
Summary
It describes the visible behavior or internal state of feeling uneasy and anxious.
- Used to describe a state of feeling anxious or uneasy.
- Often used when someone is worried about the future.
- Functions as an observer's description of someone's emotions.
Use with emotional expressions
Combine this with adverbs like '너무' or '많이' to emphasize the intensity of the anxiety. It helps convey the depth of the person's stress.
Avoid using for inanimate objects
Only use this for living beings capable of feeling emotions. Do not say 'the project is anxious' as it is grammatically incorrect.
Korean culture and emotional expression
Koreans often use this to show empathy. Saying '왜 그렇게 불안해해?' is a common way to offer comfort to a friend.
Examples
4 of 4그는 시험 결과를 기다리며 불안해했다.
He felt anxious while waiting for the test results.
면접관 앞에서 불안해하는 모습을 보이지 마세요.
Do not show signs of anxiety in front of the interviewer.
왜 그렇게 불안해해? 괜찮아.
Why are you so anxious? It's okay.
많은 청년이 미래의 경제 상황을 불안해한다.
Many young people are anxious about the future economic situation.
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