To press is to apply downward force on an object or to contain an internal emotion.
Word in 30 Seconds
- Pressing a button or object with physical force.
- Suppressing emotions or urges in a controlled manner.
- Used to describe physical pressure or containment.
개요
'누르다'는 물리적인 힘을 가해 대상을 압박하는 동작을 나타내는 기본 동사입니다. 버튼을 작동시키거나, 무거운 물체로 종이를 고정하는 등 일상생활에서 매우 빈번하게 사용됩니다. 2) 사용 패턴: 주로 목적어와 함께 쓰이며, '무엇을 누르다'의 형태로 사용됩니다. 물리적인 대상뿐만 아니라 '감정을 누르다', '화난 마음을 누르다'처럼 추상적인 대상을 목적어로 취하기도 합니다. 3) 공통 문맥: 엘리베이터 버튼을 누를 때, 키보드를 입력할 때, 혹은 꾹 참아야 하는 상황에서 자주 등장합니다. 4) 유의어 비교: '밀다'는 대상을 앞쪽으로 이동시키는 힘에 집중한다면, '누르다'는 대상의 표면을 아래로 압박하는 힘에 집중합니다. '억누르다'는 '누르다'보다 감정이나 기세를 강하게 제어한다는 의미가 더 강합니다.
Examples
엘리베이터 버튼을 누르세요.
everydayPlease press the elevator button.
그는 화를 꾹 눌렀다.
formalHe suppressed his anger.
이 단추를 누르면 소리가 나요.
informalIf you press this button, it makes a sound.
국가적 위기 상황에서 국민의 불안을 누르기 위해 노력했다.
academicEfforts were made to suppress public anxiety during the national crisis.
Common Collocations
Common Phrases
꾹 누르다
press firmly
마음을 누르다
suppress one's heart/feelings
Often Confused With
'밀다' means to push something away from you horizontally, whereas '누르다' means to press something downward.
Grammar Patterns
How to Use It
Usage Notes
Use '누르다' for both physical pressure and emotional restraint. It is a neutral word suitable for all levels of formality. Be mindful of the irregular conjugation with the '르' stem.
Common Mistakes
Many learners forget to double the consonant when conjugating, mistakenly writing '누러요' instead of '눌러요'. Remember that the stem ending in '르' requires the 'ㄹ' addition.
Tips
Use for physical and abstract pressure
Remember that '누르다' works both for physical buttons and for suppressing feelings. It is a versatile verb in everyday Korean.
Watch the conjugation rule
Be careful when conjugating; the '르' changes to 'ㄹ라' or 'ㄹ러'. For example, '눌러요' is correct, not '누러요'.
Cultural context of patience
In Korean culture, suppressing emotions ('감정을 누르다') is often seen as a sign of maturity and self-control in social settings.
Word Origin
Originates from Middle Korean '누르다', meaning to apply weight or pressure. It has maintained its core meaning of physical downward force throughout history.
Cultural Context
Korean society values self-restraint. Thus, the ability to '누르다' one's own impulses is often viewed as a positive character trait.
Memory Tip
Think of a 'Noo-roo-da' (press) button on a remote. You 'press' it to change the channel.
Frequently Asked Questions
3 questions네, 맞습니다. 버튼이나 스위치처럼 특정 부분을 힘을 주어 작동시킬 때 '누르다'를 사용합니다.
자신이 느끼는 화나 슬픔 같은 감정을 밖으로 표출하지 않고 마음속에 담아두어 억제한다는 뜻입니다.
'누르다'는 불규칙 활용을 하지 않으므로 과거형은 '눌렀다'가 됩니다.
Test Yourself
엘리베이터 5층 버튼을 ___.
버튼은 손가락으로 힘을 주어 아래로 누르는 것이므로 '눌러요'가 적절합니다.
Score: /1
Summary
To press is to apply downward force on an object or to contain an internal emotion.
- Pressing a button or object with physical force.
- Suppressing emotions or urges in a controlled manner.
- Used to describe physical pressure or containment.
Use for physical and abstract pressure
Remember that '누르다' works both for physical buttons and for suppressing feelings. It is a versatile verb in everyday Korean.
Watch the conjugation rule
Be careful when conjugating; the '르' changes to 'ㄹ라' or 'ㄹ러'. For example, '눌러요' is correct, not '누러요'.
Cultural context of patience
In Korean culture, suppressing emotions ('감정을 누르다') is often seen as a sign of maturity and self-control in social settings.
Examples
4 of 4엘리베이터 버튼을 누르세요.
Please press the elevator button.
그는 화를 꾹 눌렀다.
He suppressed his anger.
이 단추를 누르면 소리가 나요.
If you press this button, it makes a sound.
국가적 위기 상황에서 국민의 불안을 누르기 위해 노력했다.
Efforts were made to suppress public anxiety during the national crisis.
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