The National Assembly is the legislative heart of the nation where laws are debated and passed.
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- The national legislative body of South Korea.
- Composed of elected representatives creating laws and auditing government.
- Central pillar of the democratic system.
개요
국회(National Assembly)는 입법부의 핵심 기관으로, 국민이 직접 선출한 국회의원들로 구성됩니다. 민주주의의 삼권분립 원칙에 따라 행정부와 사법부를 견제하고 균형을 맞추는 중요한 임무를 수행합니다. 2) 사용 패턴: 주로 '국회가 열리다', '국회에서 법안을 통과시키다', '국회에 출석하다'와 같은 형태로 사용됩니다. 국회의원들의 활동이나 회의 상황을 설명할 때 자주 등장합니다. 3) 공통 문맥: 뉴스나 신문 기사에서 정치적 이슈를 다룰 때 필수적으로 언급됩니다. 특히 예산안 처리, 국정감사, 인사청문회 등 국가의 주요 행사가 있을 때 자주 사용되는 단어입니다. 4) 유의어 비교: '의회'는 국회와 비슷한 의미로 쓰이지만, 국회는 특정 국가(대한민국)의 입법부를 지칭할 때 주로 사용하며, 의회는 더 포괄적인 의미의 입법 기관을 뜻합니다.
Examples
국회에서 새로운 법을 만들었습니다.
everydayThe National Assembly created a new law.
국회는 오늘 오후 본회의를 열었습니다.
formalThe National Assembly held a plenary session this afternoon.
Common Collocations
Common Phrases
국회 의사당
National Assembly Building
국정 감사
National Audit
Often Confused With
While '의회' is a general term for a legislative body, '국회' specifically refers to the national legislative body of a country.
Grammar Patterns
How to Use It
Usage Notes
The term is used in formal and professional contexts. It is standard vocabulary in political, social, and academic discourse. Always use it with respect to its constitutional role.
Common Mistakes
Beginners often confuse '국회' with the government building or general administrative offices. Remember it is specifically for the legislative branch.
Tips
Use with verbs like '열리다' or '통과하다'
When talking about the National Assembly, use verbs such as '열리다' (to open/convene) or '통과하다' (to pass a bill) to describe its function effectively.
Distinguish between National Assembly and Government
Avoid confusing the legislative branch (국회) with the executive branch (정부). They have distinct constitutional responsibilities.
Yeouido as a political symbol
In Korea, the term 'Yeouido' is often used metonymically to refer to the National Assembly or the political community in general.
Word Origin
Derived from the Sino-Korean characters '國' (nation) and '會' (assembly). It literally means the assembly of the nation.
Cultural Context
The National Assembly is the symbol of Korean democracy. Its activities are closely watched by citizens and media to ensure accountability.
Memory Tip
Think of '국' (National) + '회' (Meeting/Assembly). It is the place where the nation's important meetings happen.
Frequently Asked Questions
4 questions국회는 법을 만드는 입법부이고, 정부는 법을 집행하는 행정부입니다. 서로 다른 역할을 수행하며 견제와 균형을 이룹니다.
국회의원은 국민의 직접 선거를 통해 선출됩니다. 일정 기간 동안 국민을 대신하여 입법 활동을 수행합니다.
법률의 제정과 개정, 예산안 심의 및 확정, 국정감사 등이 있습니다. 또한 국가의 중요한 정책에 대해 토론하고 결정합니다.
대한민국의 국회의사당은 서울특별시 영등포구 여의도에 위치하고 있습니다.
Test Yourself
오늘 ___에서 중요한 법안이 통과되었습니다.
법안을 통과시키는 곳은 입법 기관인 국회입니다.
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Summary
The National Assembly is the legislative heart of the nation where laws are debated and passed.
- The national legislative body of South Korea.
- Composed of elected representatives creating laws and auditing government.
- Central pillar of the democratic system.
Use with verbs like '열리다' or '통과하다'
When talking about the National Assembly, use verbs such as '열리다' (to open/convene) or '통과하다' (to pass a bill) to describe its function effectively.
Distinguish between National Assembly and Government
Avoid confusing the legislative branch (국회) with the executive branch (정부). They have distinct constitutional responsibilities.
Yeouido as a political symbol
In Korea, the term 'Yeouido' is often used metonymically to refer to the National Assembly or the political community in general.
Examples
2 of 2국회에서 새로운 법을 만들었습니다.
The National Assembly created a new law.
국회는 오늘 오후 본회의를 열었습니다.
The National Assembly held a plenary session this afternoon.
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