When something is so overused that it loses its impact and originality, it is '진부하다'.
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- Used to describe something stale or cliché.
- Refers to ideas lacking originality.
- Commonly used in critiques or casual complaints.
개요
'진부하다'는 한자어 '진부(陳腐)'에서 유래했습니다. '낡고 썩다'라는 뜻을 담고 있어, 시간이 지나 가치가 떨어지거나 너무 흔해져서 흥미를 잃은 상태를 의미합니다. 2) 사용 패턴: 주로 명사를 수식하거나 서술어로 사용됩니다. '진부한 이야기', '진부한 표현'과 같이 명사를 꾸미거나, '그 영화의 결말은 너무 진부하다'와 같이 상태를 설명할 때 씁니다. 3) 공통 문맥: 문학이나 예술 비평에서 자주 쓰이며, 일상 대화에서도 뻔한 농담이나 고리타분한 조언을 들었을 때 비판적인 의미로 자주 활용합니다. 4) 유사어 비교: '뻔하다'는 더 구어체적이고 일상적인 상황에서 '결과가 예측 가능하다'는 의미로 쓰이며, '진부하다'는 더 격식 있고 관념적인(생각이나 표현) 대상에 대해 사용합니다.
Examples
그 영화는 스토리가 너무 진부해요.
everydayThe story of that movie is too cliché.
진부한 표현은 피하는 것이 좋습니다.
formalIt is better to avoid cliché expressions.
Common Collocations
Common Phrases
진부한 농담
Dad joke / Cliché joke
Often Confused With
Refers to something predictable or obvious in a casual way. '진부하다' focuses specifically on the lack of originality.
Grammar Patterns
How to Use It
Usage Notes
This word is used in both formal and informal registers. It is most frequently used in literary or art criticism. It carries a slightly negative connotation.
Common Mistakes
Learners often use it to describe physical objects, but it is strictly for abstract concepts. Do not use it for people. Remember it is an adjective, not a verb.
Tips
Use with creative critiques
Use this word when reviewing movies or books. It sounds sophisticated and professional when explaining why a story lacks depth.
Avoid using with people
Do not use this word to describe a person's character directly. It is meant for ideas, expressions, or artistic works.
Cultural nuance in Korea
Korean culture values novelty and trends. Calling something '진부하다' is a strong critique of its lack of current relevance.
Word Origin
Derived from the Sino-Korean characters 陳 (old) and 腐 (rotten). It literally means 'old and rotten'.
Cultural Context
In the fast-paced Korean society, being 'up-to-date' is important. Calling something '진부하다' implies it is outdated and slow.
Memory Tip
Think of 'Jin-bu' as 'Jeon-bu' (everything) being 'old'. Everything is old and boring, so it's cliché.
Frequently Asked Questions
3 questions'뻔하다'는 결과가 예상되거나 너무 눈에 보일 때 사용하는 일상적인 표현입니다. 반면 '진부하다'는 표현이나 생각의 독창성이 떨어질 때 사용하는 조금 더 격식 있는 단어입니다.
누구나 다 아는 당연한 소리나, 너무 많이 들어서 감동이 없는 말을 뜻합니다. 주로 충고나 연설에서 자주 사용됩니다.
네, 주로 비판적인 맥락에서 사용됩니다. 무언가가 새롭지 않고 지루하다는 점을 강조할 때 쓰는 표현입니다.
Test Yourself
그 소설의 결말은 너무 ___해서 재미가 없었다.
재미가 없다는 맥락상 독창성이 없는 '진부하다'가 적절합니다.
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Summary
When something is so overused that it loses its impact and originality, it is '진부하다'.
- Used to describe something stale or cliché.
- Refers to ideas lacking originality.
- Commonly used in critiques or casual complaints.
Use with creative critiques
Use this word when reviewing movies or books. It sounds sophisticated and professional when explaining why a story lacks depth.
Avoid using with people
Do not use this word to describe a person's character directly. It is meant for ideas, expressions, or artistic works.
Cultural nuance in Korea
Korean culture values novelty and trends. Calling something '진부하다' is a strong critique of its lack of current relevance.
Examples
2 of 2그 영화는 스토리가 너무 진부해요.
The story of that movie is too cliché.
진부한 표현은 피하는 것이 좋습니다.
It is better to avoid cliché expressions.
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입체적
B2Having a three-dimensional effect or examining something from multiple perspectives rather than a single flat view. It implies a comprehensive and detailed analysis.
~에 관해
B1About, concerning.
~에 대하여
A2Concerning or regarding a particular subject; about.
~대해
A2About; concerning; regarding.
~에 관하여
A2Regarding, concerning, about (a topic).
~에 대해(서)
A1Indicates the topic or subject of discussion, meaning 'about' or 'regarding'.
무엇보다
A2More than anything else; above all.
결석생
A2A student who is absent from class.
추상
A2Abstraction; the quality of dealing with ideas rather than events.
추상화하다
B2To consider something theoretically or separately from its physical reality. It involves extracting general principles from specific examples.
