불만족스럽다
It describes a situation or object that fails to meet your expectations.
Word in 30 Seconds
- Used when something does not meet your personal expectations.
- Describes a state of lacking satisfaction or quality.
- Commonly applied to services, products, or performance outcomes.
개요
'불만족스럽다'는 '아니 불(不)'과 '만족스럽다'가 결합된 단어로, 주관적인 기대치에 도달하지 못해 발생하는 부정적인 감정을 표현합니다. 2) 사용 패턴: 주로 '결과가 불만족스럽다', '서비스가 불만족스럽다'와 같이 주어의 상태를 서술하는 형태로 쓰입니다. 또한, '불만족스러운 결과'처럼 명사를 수식하기도 합니다. 3) 공통 문맥: 일상생활에서는 식당의 음식, 쇼핑한 물건의 품질, 업무 처리 결과 등 다양한 상황에서 사용됩니다. 4) 유의어 비교: '싫다'가 주관적인 거부감을 나타낸다면, '불만족스럽다'는 객관적인 기준이나 기대치와의 차이를 강조합니다.
Examples
이번 시험 결과가 불만족스럽다.
everydayThe results of this exam are unsatisfactory.
서비스가 불만족스러워 환불을 요청했습니다.
formalI requested a refund because the service was unsatisfactory.
오늘 점심은 좀 불만족스러웠어.
informalLunch today was a bit disappointing.
설문조사 결과 불만족스러운 응답이 많았다.
academicThe survey results showed many unsatisfactory responses.
Common Collocations
Common Phrases
불만족스러운 결과
Unsatisfactory result
다소 불만족스럽다
Somewhat unsatisfactory
Often Confused With
While '불만족스럽다' focuses on meeting a standard, '아쉽다' implies a feeling of regret or that something is missing. '아쉽다' is softer and more emotional.
Grammar Patterns
How to Use It
Usage Notes
This word is used in both formal and informal settings, but it carries a slightly critical tone. It is commonly used when providing feedback or describing a negative experience. It is more formal than simply saying '싫다' (don't like).
Common Mistakes
Learners often use it for people, but it is better to use it for situations, products, or results. Another mistake is using it for natural phenomena like weather, which sounds unnatural to native speakers.
Tips
Focus on the gap between expectations
Think of this word as the gap between what you wanted and what you got. It is very useful when giving constructive feedback in a professional setting.
Avoid using it too aggressively
While useful, it can sound quite direct or cold. In very polite situations, consider using '조금 아쉽습니다' instead.
Korean indirect communication style
Koreans often use '불만족스럽다' to express disapproval indirectly. It is a polite way to voice a complaint without being overly emotional.
Word Origin
Derived from the Sino-Korean characters '不' (not), '滿足' (satisfaction), and the suffix '-스럽다' which turns nouns into adjectives. It literally means 'having the quality of not being satisfied'.
Cultural Context
In Korean culture, being direct about dissatisfaction can be seen as impolite. Using this word allows one to express a negative opinion in a more objective, 'polite' way during business or service interactions.
Memory Tip
Remember '불' (not) + '만족' (satisfaction) + '스럽다' (having the quality of). It is like saying 'not-satisfaction-like'.
Frequently Asked Questions
4 questions두 표현은 의미가 거의 같습니다. 다만 '불만족스럽다'는 상태 자체를 형용사로 표현하는 느낌이 강하고, '만족하지 않다'는 주체가 만족이라는 감정을 느끼지 않는다는 동작/상태를 강조합니다.
사람의 성격이나 태도를 비판할 때 '그 사람의 태도가 불만족스럽다'라고 할 수 있지만, 직접적으로 사람을 지칭하기보다는 그 사람의 행동이나 성과에 대해 말할 때 주로 씁니다.
반대말은 '만족스럽다'입니다. 어떤 것이 기대에 부응하거나 마음이 흡족할 때 사용합니다.
주로 '결과가 불만족스럽다'처럼 서술어로 쓰이거나, '불만족스러운 답변'처럼 명사를 꾸며주는 관형사형으로 활용합니다.
Test Yourself
이번 프로젝트 결과가 예상보다 낮아서 매우 ___.
예상보다 낮다는 것은 기대에 미치지 못했다는 뜻이므로 부정적인 표현인 '불만족스럽다'가 적절합니다.
다음 문장 중 어색한 것은?
날씨는 개인의 기대치와 상관없는 자연 현상이므로 주로 '날씨가 안 좋다'라고 표현합니다.
불만족스럽다 / 결과 / 어제
주어와 서술어의 관계를 고려할 때 자연스러운 어순입니다.
Score: /3
Summary
It describes a situation or object that fails to meet your expectations.
- Used when something does not meet your personal expectations.
- Describes a state of lacking satisfaction or quality.
- Commonly applied to services, products, or performance outcomes.
Focus on the gap between expectations
Think of this word as the gap between what you wanted and what you got. It is very useful when giving constructive feedback in a professional setting.
Avoid using it too aggressively
While useful, it can sound quite direct or cold. In very polite situations, consider using '조금 아쉽습니다' instead.
Korean indirect communication style
Koreans often use '불만족스럽다' to express disapproval indirectly. It is a polite way to voice a complaint without being overly emotional.
Examples
4 of 4이번 시험 결과가 불만족스럽다.
The results of this exam are unsatisfactory.
서비스가 불만족스러워 환불을 요청했습니다.
I requested a refund because the service was unsatisfactory.
오늘 점심은 좀 불만족스러웠어.
Lunch today was a bit disappointing.
설문조사 결과 불만족스러운 응답이 많았다.
The survey results showed many unsatisfactory responses.
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결근
A2Absence from work; not being present at work.
결근하다
A2To be absent from work.
추상적이다
A2To be abstract.
출입증
A2ID card, access card.
회계
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경리
A2Accounting or bookkeeping, managing financial records.
업적
B1A notable achievement or accomplishment.
적극적이다
A2To be active, to be proactive.
적극적으로
B1In an active, proactive, or enthusiastic manner.