It refers to the state of something that is distant from both the speaker and the listener.
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- Used to describe something far from both speaker and listener.
- Functions as a demonstrative adjective for distant states.
- Often used to summarize previously mentioned distant events.
개요
'저렇다'는 지시 형용사로, 화자와 청자 모두에게서 멀리 떨어져 있는 대상을 지칭할 때 사용합니다. '이렇다(가까움)', '그렇다(청자 가까움)'와 함께 지시 대명사 체계를 이룹니다. 2) 사용 패턴: 주로 문장 중간에서 앞서 언급된 상황을 요약하거나, 멀리 있는 대상의 상태를 묘사할 때 사용합니다. '저렇게'라는 부사 형태로 자주 활용되어 동작의 방식을 설명합니다. 3) 공통 문맥: 멀리 보이는 풍경, 타인의 행동, 혹은 과거에 있었던 먼 사건 등을 회상할 때 자주 등장합니다. 대화 중 제3자의 상태를 묘사할 때도 유용합니다. 4) 유의어 비교: '그렇다'는 청자가 알고 있는 내용을 가리키지만, '저렇다'는 화자와 청자 모두에게서 물리적 혹은 심리적으로 먼 대상을 가리킨다는 점에서 차이가 있습니다.
Examples
저렇게 큰 건물은 처음 봐요.
everydayI've never seen such a big building.
그 상황이 저렇다면 결정을 내리기 어렵습니다.
formalIf the situation is like that, it is difficult to make a decision.
저렇고 말고.
informalExactly, it is like that.
현상이 저렇다면 추가 연구가 필요하다.
academicIf the phenomenon is like that, further research is needed.
Common Collocations
Common Phrases
저렇게까지
to that extent
저런
such a / like that
Often Confused With
Use '그렇다' when referring to something near the listener or something previously mentioned in conversation.
Grammar Patterns
How to Use It
Usage Notes
The word functions as a demonstrative adjective. It is used to describe states or qualities of things at a distance. It is neutral in register and can be used in both formal and informal contexts.
Common Mistakes
Learners often use '그렇다' when '저렇다' is required. Remember that distance from both parties is the trigger for '저-'.
Tips
Use distance as a guide
Think of the physical distance between you and the object. If it is far from both, always choose '저-'.
Do not confuse with '그렇다'
Many learners use '그렇다' for everything. Remember '그렇다' is for things near the listener.
Spatial deixis in Korean
Korean uses a three-way distinction based on distance. Mastering this is key to sounding like a native speaker.
Word Origin
Derived from the demonstrative root '저-' (that over there) and the suffix '-렇다' (to be like). It follows the standard Korean demonstrative system.
Cultural Context
The Korean language places high importance on spatial relationships. Using the correct demonstrative shows spatial awareness and linguistic precision.
Memory Tip
Think 'JEO' (저) as 'JEO-far' (저 멀리). If it is far away, use '저렇다'.
Frequently Asked Questions
4 questions'이렇다'는 말하는 사람에게 가까운 것, '그렇다'는 듣는 사람에게 가까운 것, '저렇다'는 둘 다에게서 먼 것을 가리킵니다.
'저렇다'는 형용사로 상태를 서술하고, '저렇게'는 부사로 행동의 방식을 수식합니다.
네, 시간적으로 멀리 떨어진 과거의 상황을 회상할 때도 사용할 수 있습니다.
네, 표준어이므로 격식과 비격식 상황 모두에서 자연스럽게 사용할 수 있습니다.
Test Yourself
저기 보이는 산이 참 높지요? 저 산은 원래 ___.
화자와 청자 모두에게서 먼 대상을 가리키므로 '저렇다'가 적절합니다.
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Summary
It refers to the state of something that is distant from both the speaker and the listener.
- Used to describe something far from both speaker and listener.
- Functions as a demonstrative adjective for distant states.
- Often used to summarize previously mentioned distant events.
Use distance as a guide
Think of the physical distance between you and the object. If it is far from both, always choose '저-'.
Do not confuse with '그렇다'
Many learners use '그렇다' for everything. Remember '그렇다' is for things near the listener.
Spatial deixis in Korean
Korean uses a three-way distinction based on distance. Mastering this is key to sounding like a native speaker.
Examples
4 of 4저렇게 큰 건물은 처음 봐요.
I've never seen such a big building.
그 상황이 저렇다면 결정을 내리기 어렵습니다.
If the situation is like that, it is difficult to make a decision.
저렇고 말고.
Exactly, it is like that.
현상이 저렇다면 추가 연구가 필요하다.
If the phenomenon is like that, further research is needed.
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