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A2 verb 8 min read

공조하다

gongjohada
Examples 공조하다 in 30 Seconds
Explanation 공조하다 in your Level:
At the A1 level, learners are just beginning to grasp basic Korean vocabulary. The concept of 'working together' might be introduced with very simple phrases like '같이 해요' (gachi haeyo - let's do it together). The nuances of formal cooperation are far beyond this level. Simple actions of 'being with someone' or 'doing something with someone' are the focus. Words related to cooperation at this stage would be extremely basic and context-specific, like helping a friend pick up something dropped.
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At the A2 level, learners can understand simple sentences and common expressions related to immediate needs and familiar topics. They can describe in simple terms aspects of their background, immediate environment, and matters in areas of immediate need. The verb 공조하다 starts to become relevant here, particularly in contexts like school group activities or simple community efforts where working together for a shared, easily understood goal is involved. Learners might start to use it in simple sentences to describe basic teamwork. The focus is on the action of working together rather than complex strategic alliances.
At the B1 level, learners can understand the main points of clear standard input on familiar matters regularly encountered in work, school, leisure, etc. They can deal with most situations likely to arise whilst travelling in an area where the language is spoken. The verb 공조하다 is well within the grasp of B1 learners. They can understand and use it to describe more complex collaborative efforts, such as teamwork on a project, joint initiatives within an organization, or even basic diplomatic cooperation. They can differentiate it from simpler terms like '함께하다' and understand its implication of a shared objective.
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At the B2 level, learners can understand the main ideas of complex text on both concrete and abstract topics, including technical discussions in their field of specialization. They can interact with a degree of fluency and spontaneity that makes regular interaction with native speakers quite possible without strain for either party. 공조하다 is used frequently at this level to discuss formal collaborations, strategic partnerships, and international relations. Learners can appreciate the nuances between 공조하다, 협력하다, and 협동하다, and can use 공조하다 in sophisticated arguments and discussions.
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At the C1 level, learners can understand a wide range of demanding, longer texts, and recognise implicit meaning. They can express themselves fluently and spontaneously without much obvious searching for expressions. 공조하다 is used extensively in C1 contexts, often in specialized fields like international law, economics, and political science, to describe high-level strategic alliances and joint operations. Learners can analyze the subtle implications of its use in various official documents, academic papers, and expert discussions.
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At the C2 level, learners can understand with ease virtually everything heard or read. They can summarise information from different spoken and written sources, reconstructing arguments and accounts in a coherent presentation. 공조하다 is part of a sophisticated lexicon of cooperation and joint action. C2 users can employ it with absolute precision, understanding its historical, political, and economic connotations, and using it in highly nuanced academic discourse, diplomatic negotiations, and complex legal agreements.
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Examples

공조하다 in 30 Seconds

  • 공조하다 (gongjohada) means to work together towards a common goal.
  • It implies formal or strategic collaboration for a shared objective.
  • Used in business, politics, and international relations.
  • Similar to 'cooperate' or 'collaborate' in English.

Understanding "공조하다" (Gongjohada)

The Korean verb 공조하다 (gongjohada) is a fundamental word that describes the act of working together towards a shared objective. It signifies collaboration, joint action, and mutual assistance. You'll encounter this term in various situations, from everyday teamwork to more formal settings like international relations or business ventures. It emphasizes the idea of pooling efforts and resources to achieve a common goal that might be difficult or impossible to accomplish alone. The core concept is synergy – the outcome of combined efforts being greater than the sum of individual contributions.

Core Meaning
To cooperate, to work jointly, to collaborate.
Situational Usage
Used when individuals, groups, or even countries unite their efforts for a common purpose, such as solving a problem, completing a project, or achieving a shared vision.
Nuance
It implies a conscious decision to combine forces, often with a sense of shared responsibility and mutual benefit. It's more active than simply being in the same place; it's about actively participating in a joint endeavor.

In the workplace, employees are encouraged to 공조하다 to meet project deadlines.

The two departments decided to 공조하다 to develop a new marketing strategy.

Successful international relations often rely on countries willing to 공조하다 on global issues.

The word carries a positive connotation, implying harmony and effectiveness. It's a useful term for expressing the importance of collaboration in achieving collective success. Whether it's a small group of friends planning an event or nations working on a climate agreement, the principle of 공조하다 remains the same: working together is key.

Putting "공조하다" into Practice

Using 공조하다 in your Korean sentences is straightforward once you understand its meaning. As a verb, it will conjugate according to standard Korean grammar rules. The most common forms you'll encounter are its infinitive form (공조하다), its present tense declarative form (공조합니다), and its informal present tense form (공조해요). You can also use it in various grammatical constructions like commands or suggestions.

When constructing sentences, consider who is doing the cooperating and what the common goal is. The subject of the sentence will be the entity or entities performing the action of cooperating. The object or the context will usually indicate the shared purpose or goal. Prepositions and particles will help connect these elements smoothly.

Basic Sentence Structure
[Subject] + [Object/Purpose] + 공조하다 (conjugated).
Example with Particles
We will cooperate (on this project). -> 우리는 (이 프로젝트를) 공조합니다.
Using in Questions
Will you cooperate with us? -> 우리와 공조하시겠어요?

The two companies decided to 공조하기로 decided to cooperate.

We need to 공조해야 we must cooperate.

Let's 공조합시다! Let's cooperate!

Remember that context is key. The specific goal or reason for cooperation will often be stated or implied. Practice forming sentences with different subjects and objects to get a feel for how 공조하다 is used in various scenarios.

Real-World Usage of "공조하다"

You'll hear 공조하다 in a wide range of real-life situations, reflecting its versatility. Its usage spans from casual conversations among friends to formal discussions in professional or governmental settings. Understanding these contexts will help you grasp the nuances of its application.

In news reports and political discussions, 공조하다 is frequently used to describe international relations, diplomatic efforts, and joint initiatives between countries. For instance, news might report on two countries 공조하여 addressing a humanitarian crisis or engaging in joint military exercises. This highlights the formal and significant applications of the word.

In the business world, 공조하다 is common when discussing partnerships, mergers, or collaborative projects. Companies might decide to 공조 to develop new technologies, expand into new markets, or share resources. This usage emphasizes the strategic aspect of working together for mutual gain.

In everyday life, you might hear it in contexts like community projects, school group assignments, or even family decisions. For example, neighbors might 공조하여 organize a neighborhood watch program, or students might 공조 on a research paper. This shows its applicability in less formal, community-oriented situations.

Formal Settings
International diplomacy, joint task forces, governmental initiatives, corporate partnerships.
Semi-Formal Settings
Business meetings, project team collaborations, academic research groups.
Informal Settings
Community organizing, family projects, group study sessions, friends planning an event.

The police and fire department decided to 공조하여 rescue the trapped hikers.

Our team needs to 공조 to finish this report by Friday.

The term is also used in academic research, where scholars from different institutions might 공조 on a study. In essence, anytime there's a need to emphasize joint effort and shared responsibility towards a common goal, 공조하다 is likely to be the appropriate word.

Avoiding Pitfalls with "공조하다"

공조하다 is a relatively straightforward verb, but learners might make a few common mistakes. Being aware of these can help you use the word more accurately and naturally.

One common confusion is with verbs that simply mean "to do together" without necessarily implying a specific common goal or a structured collaboration. For example, while 함께하다 (hamkkehada) means "to do together," 공조하다 specifically refers to working jointly towards a common end, often with a sense of shared purpose and strategy. Using 공조하다 when a simple "doing together" suffices might sound overly formal or imply a level of organized cooperation that isn't present.

Another potential error is incorrect conjugation. Korean verbs have various endings for different tenses, moods, and politeness levels. Misapplying these endings, such as using an informal ending in a formal setting, can lead to awkward or even rude communication. For instance, saying 공조해 (gongjohae) to a superior in a business meeting would be inappropriate; 공조합니다 (gongjohamnida) or 공조합니다 (gongjohamnida) would be more suitable.

Overuse is another mistake. While 공조하다 is useful, not every instance of teamwork requires this specific verb. Sometimes simpler verbs like 협력하다 (hyeomnyeokada - to cooperate) or even just describing the action directly might be more natural. Relying solely on 공조하다 for all forms of cooperation can make your speech sound repetitive.

Mistake 1: Incorrect Verb Choice
Using 공조하다 for simple "doing together" activities.
Correct: Use simpler verbs like 함께하다 (hamkkehada) for casual togetherness.
Mistake 2: Incorrect Conjugation
Using informal endings in formal situations.
Correct: Employ formal endings like -ㅂ니다/-습니다 or -아요/-어요 appropriately based on the context and audience.
Mistake 3: Overuse
Applying 공조하다 to every instance of teamwork.
Correct: Vary your vocabulary; consider 협력하다 or more descriptive phrases when appropriate.

Incorrect: 우리는 그냥 공조했어요. (Implies a structured cooperation for a specific goal when it was just casual togetherness.)
Correct: 우리는 그냥 함께했어요. (We just did it together.)

Finally, ensure you're using the correct particles with 공조하다. For instance, specifying what the cooperation is *for* or *with whom* is important for clarity. Incorrect particle usage can lead to ambiguity.

Exploring Synonyms and Alternatives for "공조하다"

While 공조하다 (gongjohada) is a key term for cooperation, Korean offers several other words that convey similar meanings, each with its own subtle differences in nuance and usage. Understanding these alternatives will enrich your vocabulary and allow for more precise expression.

One of the most common alternatives is 협력하다 (hyeomnyeokada). Both 공조하다 and 협력하다 mean to cooperate or work together. However, 협력하다 often carries a slightly broader sense of mutual assistance and support, and can be used in a wider range of contexts, including more informal ones. 공조하다 tends to imply a more structured, often formal, joint effort towards a specific, significant objective.

Another related term is 협동하다 (hyeopdonghada). This word emphasizes working together in a coordinated manner, often in a team setting where individual roles are clearly defined and contribute to a collective action. It's very common in contexts like group projects or team sports, focusing on the synchronized effort.

For simpler instances of "doing together" without the strong implication of a shared goal or formal structure, 함께하다 (hamkkehada) is used. This is a more general term for being together or doing something alongside someone else.

Comparison Table
WordMeaningNuance & Usage
공조하다 (gongjohada)To cooperate, act jointly towards a common end.Often implies formal, strategic, or large-scale collaboration for a specific, important goal.
협력하다 (hyeomnyeokada)To cooperate, to collaborate, to work together.Broader than 공조하다, can be used in more informal contexts and emphasizes mutual support.
협동하다 (hyeopdonghada)To cooperate, to work in coordination.Emphasizes coordinated action and synchronized effort, common in team settings.
함께하다 (hamkkehada)To do together, to be together.General term for doing something alongside someone else; lacks the strong implication of a shared goal or structured cooperation.

The international community decided to 공조하다 to address the pandemic.

We should 협력하여 build a better community.

Choosing the right word depends on the specific context. If you're describing a formal alliance between nations or large corporations for a major undertaking, 공조하다 is often the best fit. For more general teamwork, mutual support in a project, or collaborations in less formal settings, 협력하다 might be more appropriate. 협동하다 is excellent for emphasizing synchronized actions within a team.

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Examples by Level

1

친구와 함께 놀아요.

I play with my friend.

Basic sentence structure: Subject + Object + Verb. '함께' means together.

2

엄마, 도와주세요.

Mom, please help me.

'도와주세요' is a polite request for help.

3

우리 같이 그림 그려요.

Let's draw a picture together.

'같이' means together. '-아요/어요' is the informal polite ending.

4

아빠와 함께 만들어요.

Let's make it with Dad.

'만들어요' means to make.

5

동생과 같이 공부해요.

I study with my younger sibling.

'공부해요' means to study.

6

선생님, 도와드릴까요?

Teacher, shall I help you?

'도와드릴까요?' is a polite offer of help.

7

친구와 함께 먹어요.

Let's eat with my friend.

'먹어요' means to eat.

8

우리 같이 청소해요.

Let's clean together.

'청소해요' means to clean.

1

우리는 이 프로젝트를 위해 공조해야 합니다.

We must cooperate for this project.

'공조해야 합니다' is the formal way to say 'must cooperate'.

2

두 회사가 새로운 기술 개발을 위해 공조하기로 결정했습니다.

The two companies decided to cooperate to develop new technology.

'결정했습니다' means decided. '-기로' indicates a decision to do something.

3

지역 사회 발전을 위해 주민들이 공조했습니다.

The residents cooperated for the development of the local community.

'공조했습니다' is the past tense of '공조하다'.

4

이 문제를 해결하기 위해 우리 모두 공조해야 합니다.

We all must cooperate to solve this problem.

'이 문제' means this problem. '해결하다' means to solve.

5

경찰과 소방관들이 사고 현장에서 공조했습니다.

The police and firefighters cooperated at the accident scene.

'사고 현장' means accident scene.

6

성공적인 결과를 위해 팀원 간의 공조가 중요합니다.

Cooperation among team members is important for successful results.

'팀원 간의' means among team members. '중요합니다' means is important.

7

국제 사회는 기후 변화에 맞서 공조할 것입니다.

The international community will cooperate to combat climate change.

'기후 변화' means climate change. '-ㄹ 것입니다' indicates future tense.

8

두 나라가 안보 문제에 대해 공조를 강화하고 있습니다.

The two countries are strengthening cooperation on security issues.

'안보 문제' means security issues. '-를 강화하고 있습니다' means are strengthening.

1

이 복잡한 문제를 해결하기 위해 모든 부서가 긴밀하게 공조해야 합니다.

All departments must cooperate closely to solve this complex problem.

'긴밀하게' means closely. '복잡한 문제' means complex problem.

2

그들은 공동의 목표를 달성하기 위해 적극적으로 공조했습니다.

They actively cooperated to achieve their common goal.

'적극적으로' means actively. '달성하기 위해' means in order to achieve.

3

예술가들은 전시회를 성공시키기 위해 서로 공조했습니다.

The artists cooperated with each other to make the exhibition a success.

'서로' means each other. '전시회' means exhibition.

4

환경 보호를 위한 국제적인 공조가 절실히 필요합니다.

International cooperation is urgently needed for environmental protection.

'환경 보호' means environmental protection. '절실히 필요합니다' means is urgently needed.

5

프로젝트 팀은 마감일을 맞추기 위해 밤낮으로 공조했습니다.

The project team cooperated day and night to meet the deadline.

'마감일을 맞추다' means to meet a deadline. '밤낮으로' means day and night.

6

연구 기관들은 새로운 백신 개발을 위해 공조할 가능성이 높습니다.

Research institutions are likely to cooperate to develop a new vaccine.

'연구 기관' means research institutions. '가능성이 높습니다' means is likely.

7

정부는 재난 구호를 위해 여러 비정부기구와 공조했습니다.

The government cooperated with several NGOs for disaster relief.

'재난 구호' means disaster relief. '비정부기구' means NGO.

8

우리가 함께 공조한다면, 이 어려움을 극복할 수 있을 것입니다.

If we cooperate together, we will be able to overcome this difficulty.

'어려움' means difficulty. '극복하다' means to overcome.

1

양국 정상은 경제 협력을 강화하기 위한 공조 방안을 논의했습니다.

The leaders of the two countries discussed measures for cooperation to strengthen economic ties.

'정상' means leader/summit. '공조 방안' means cooperation measures. '논의했습니다' means discussed.

2

범죄 조직 소탕을 위해 여러 국가의 정보기관들이 공조하고 있습니다.

Intelligence agencies from multiple countries are cooperating to crack down on criminal organizations.

'범죄 조직 소탕' means cracking down on criminal organizations. '정보기관' means intelligence agency.

3

새로운 에너지 기술 개발에 있어 민간 부문과 정부의 공조가 필수적입니다.

Cooperation between the private sector and the government is essential for the development of new energy technologies.

'민간 부문' means private sector. '필수적입니다' means is essential.

4

지속 가능한 발전을 위해서는 글로벌 차원의 공조가 더욱 강화되어야 합니다.

Cooperation on a global scale must be further strengthened for sustainable development.

'지속 가능한 발전' means sustainable development. '글로벌 차원' means global scale.

5

해상 테러 방지를 위한 국제적인 공조 체제가 구축되었습니다.

An international cooperation system has been established to prevent maritime terrorism.

'해상 테러 방지' means prevention of maritime terrorism. '공조 체제' means cooperation system.

6

그들은 문화 교류 증진을 위한 공동 프로젝트를 추진하기 위해 공조했습니다.

They cooperated to promote joint projects for the advancement of cultural exchange.

'문화 교류 증진' means promotion of cultural exchange. '추진하다' means to promote/drive forward.

7

이 위기 상황을 극복하기 위해서는 모든 이해 당사자들의 적극적인 공조가 요구됩니다.

Active cooperation from all stakeholders is required to overcome this crisis situation.

'이해 당사자' means stakeholder. '요구됩니다' means is required.

8

과학계는 전염병 확산 방지를 위한 공조 연구에 박차를 가하고 있습니다.

The scientific community is accelerating cooperative research to prevent the spread of infectious diseases.

'전염병 확산 방지' means prevention of infectious disease spread. '박차를 가하다' means to accelerate/step up.

1

양측은 국가 안보와 경제적 안정을 도모하기 위한 전략적 공조를 심화하기로 합의했습니다.

Both sides agreed to deepen strategic cooperation to promote national security and economic stability.

'전략적 공조' means strategic cooperation. '도모하다' means to promote/plan. '심화하다' means to deepen.

2

국제 사회는 난민 위기에 대한 인도주의적 지원을 확대하기 위해 공조 메커니즘을 강화할 필요가 있습니다.

The international community needs to strengthen cooperation mechanisms to expand humanitarian aid for the refugee crisis.

'난민 위기' means refugee crisis. '공조 메커니즘' means cooperation mechanism.

3

이 기술 혁신의 파고를 넘기 위해서는 정부, 학계, 산업계 간의 유기적인 공조가 필수 불가결합니다.

Organic cooperation between the government, academia, and industry is indispensable to overcome this wave of technological innovation.

'기술 혁신' means technological innovation. '유기적인 공조' means organic cooperation. '필수 불가결하다' means indispensable.

4

금융 시장의 안정성을 유지하기 위해 주요국 중앙은행들이 공조를 강화하는 추세입니다.

There is a trend of major central banks strengthening cooperation to maintain the stability of financial markets.

'금융 시장' means financial market. '중앙은행' means central bank. '추세' means trend.

5

사이버 안보 위협에 효과적으로 대응하기 위한 다자간 공조 체계 구축이 시급합니다.

The establishment of a multilateral cooperation system to effectively respond to cyber security threats is urgent.

'사이버 안보 위협' means cyber security threat. '다자간 공조 체계' means multilateral cooperation system.

6

이러한 복합적인 위협에 대처하기 위해서는 국경을 초월한 공조와 정보 공유가 필수적입니다.

Cooperation and information sharing that transcend borders are essential to deal with such complex threats.

'국경을 초월하다' means to transcend borders. '복합적인 위협' means complex threat.

7

문화 유산의 보존과 복원을 위해 국제기구와 각국 정부 간의 긴밀한 공조가 요구됩니다.

Close cooperation between international organizations and national governments is required for the preservation and restoration of cultural heritage.

'문화 유산' means cultural heritage. '국제기구' means international organization.

8

기후 변화에 대한 선제적 대응을 위해서는 전 지구적 차원의 공조 노력이 배가되어야 합니다.

Cooperative efforts on a global scale must be doubled for proactive response to climate change.

'선제적 대응' means proactive response. '전 지구적 차원' means global scale. '배가되다' means to be doubled/increased.

1

양국은 상호 안보와 번영을 증진시키기 위한 포괄적인 전략적 공조를 재확인하고, 이를 위한 구체적인 이행 방안을 모색하기로 했다.

The two countries reaffirmed their comprehensive strategic cooperation to promote mutual security and prosperity, and decided to seek concrete implementation measures for it.

'포괄적인' means comprehensive. '번영' means prosperity. '재확인하다' means to reaffirm. '이행 방안' means implementation measures.

2

국제 사회는 팬데믹의 재발을 방지하고 공중 보건 시스템의 회복력을 강화하기 위한 다층적이고 다각적인 공조 체계를 구축하는 데 전념하고 있다.

The international community is committed to establishing a multi-layered and multifaceted cooperation system to prevent the recurrence of pandemics and strengthen the resilience of public health systems.

'팬데믹의 재발' means recurrence of pandemics. '공중 보건 시스템' means public health system. '회복력' means resilience. '다층적이고 다각적인' means multi-layered and multifaceted.

3

인공지능 기술의 윤리적이고 책임감 있는 발전을 위해서는 국가 간의 투명하고 개방적인 공조가 필수적이며, 이를 위한 국제 규범 마련이 시급하다.

Transparent and open cooperation between nations is essential for the ethical and responsible development of artificial intelligence technology, and the establishment of international norms for this is urgent.

'윤리적이고 책임감 있는' means ethical and responsible. '투명하고 개방적인' means transparent and open. '국제 규범' means international norms.

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기후 변화의 불가역적인 영향을 완화하고 지속 가능한 미래를 보장하기 위한 전 지구적 차원의 공조는 더 이상 선택이 아닌 필수이며, 각국은 기후 정의 실현을 위한 공동의 노력을 배가해야 한다.

Global cooperation to mitigate the irreversible impacts of climate change and ensure a sustainable future is no longer an option but a necessity, and each country must redouble its joint efforts to realize climate justice.

'불가역적인 영향' means irreversible impact. '완화하다' means to mitigate. '기후 정의' means climate justice.

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국제 연합은 평화 유지 활동을 강화하고 분쟁 지역의 안정을 도모하기 위해 회원국 간의 공조와 협력을 한층 더 증진시킬 필요가 있다고 강조했다.

The United Nations emphasized the need to further promote cooperation and collaboration among member states to strengthen peacekeeping operations and promote stability in conflict zones.

'평화 유지 활동' means peacekeeping operations. '분쟁 지역' means conflict zone. '한층 더 증진시키다' means to further promote/enhance.

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인류 공동의 과제인 우주 탐사의 진전을 위해서는 국가적 이해관계를 초월한 국제적인 공조와 자원 공유가 필수적이며, 이는 과학 기술 발전의 새로운 지평을 열 것이다.

International cooperation and resource sharing that transcend national interests are essential for the advancement of space exploration, a common challenge for humanity, and this will open new horizons for scientific and technological development.

'인류 공동의 과제' means common challenge for humanity. '우주 탐사' means space exploration. '이해관계' means interest. '새로운 지평' means new horizons.

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사이버 범죄의 국경 없는 확산에 대응하기 위한 국제법적 프레임워크 구축은 시급한 과제이며, 이를 위해 각국 정부와 국제기구 간의 긴밀한 공조가 요구된다.

The establishment of an international legal framework to combat the borderless spread of cybercrime is an urgent task, and close cooperation between national governments and international organizations is required for this.

'국경 없는 확산' means borderless spread. '국제법적 프레임워크' means international legal framework. '긴밀한 공조' means close cooperation.

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지정학적 긴장 고조에도 불구하고, 기후 변화라는 공동의 위협에 맞서기 위한 실질적인 공조의 필요성은 더욱 부각되고 있다.

Despite the escalating geopolitical tensions, the necessity for practical cooperation to confront the common threat of climate change is becoming more pronounced.

'지정학적 긴장 고조' means escalating geopolitical tensions. '실질적인 공조' means practical cooperation. '부각되다' means to become prominent/highlighted.

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