It describes a situation where the actual outcome differs from what was initially predicted.
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- Used to express results exceeding initial predictions.
- Commonly paired with adjectives describing size, speed, or difficulty.
- Useful for both casual conversations and formal reports.
개요
'예상보다'는 '예상(기대나 짐작)'과 '보다(비교 조사)'가 결합된 표현입니다. 자신의 주관적인 생각이나 일반적인 예측치가 실제 결과와 다를 때, 그 차이를 효과적으로 전달하기 위해 사용합니다. 2) 사용 패턴: 주로 '예상보다 [형용사/동사]'의 형태로 쓰입니다. '예상보다 크다', '예상보다 빠르다', '예상보다 어렵다'처럼 상태나 정도를 나타내는 말과 자주 결합합니다. 3) 공통 문맥: 일상생활에서는 날씨, 성적, 가격, 시간 등 수치화할 수 있는 대상을 이야기할 때 가장 흔히 사용됩니다. 업무 상황에서는 프로젝트의 진행 속도나 성과를 보고할 때도 매우 자주 쓰이는 필수 표현입니다. 4) 유사어 비교: '생각보다'는 일상적이고 주관적인 느낌을 강조할 때 쓰고, '예상보다'는 조금 더 객관적이거나 분석적인 예측이 전제되었을 때 사용합니다. '기대보다'는 긍정적인 희망이 포함되어 있을 때 주로 사용합니다.
Examples
오늘 날씨가 예상보다 훨씬 춥네요.
everydayThe weather today is much colder than I expected.
이번 프로젝트 결과가 예상보다 좋습니다.
formalThe results of this project are better than expected.
Common Collocations
Common Phrases
예상보다 일찍
earlier than expected
예상보다 많이
more than expected
Often Confused With
Refers to personal subjective expectation. It is more casual and versatile in daily speech.
Grammar Patterns
How to Use It
Usage Notes
This word is neutral in register and can be used in both formal and informal settings. It is very common in professional reports to explain performance gaps. Ensure you follow it with a descriptive adjective or verb.
Common Mistakes
Learners often forget to add a comparative adjective after it. Always ensure there is a word describing the quality or degree of the outcome. It should not be used for absolute facts that were never predicted.
Tips
Use with specific measurements
Combine with numbers or adjectives like 'cheap' or 'fast' to make your point clear. This helps listeners understand exactly how much the reality differed from your prediction.
Avoid using for past certainties
Only use this when describing a comparison between a prediction and an actual result. Do not use it for things that were already known to be true.
Common in business reporting
In Korea, this phrase is highly valued in professional settings to explain variances in KPIs or project timelines. It sounds professional and objective.
Word Origin
Derived from '예상' (prediction/expectation) and the particle '보다' (than). It literally translates to 'compared to the prediction'.
Cultural Context
Koreans often use this to show modesty or to emphasize surprise. It is a standard way to provide feedback in both social and business circles.
Memory Tip
Think of the word as a 'gap filler' between your brain's guess and the reality. When reality hits differently, use '예상보다'.
Frequently Asked Questions
3 questions두 표현은 비슷하게 쓰이지만, '예상보다'는 좀 더 논리적인 예측이나 수치에 기반한 느낌이 강합니다. 반면 '생각보다'는 개인적인 느낌이나 추측에 기반한 일상적인 상황에서 더 자주 쓰입니다.
주로 형용사나 동사가 옵니다. 예를 들어 '예상보다 크다(형용사)'나 '예상보다 늦게 왔다(부사/동사)'처럼 상태나 동작의 정도를 나타내는 표현과 결합합니다.
네, 가능합니다. '예상보다 나쁘다' 혹은 '예상보다 어렵다'처럼 결과가 기대에 미치지 못할 때도 '예상보다'를 사용하여 그 차이를 강조할 수 있습니다.
Test Yourself
시험이 ___ 어려워서 문제를 다 풀지 못했다.
시험의 난이도가 예측했던 수준을 넘어섰음을 표현하는 것이 자연스럽습니다.
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Summary
It describes a situation where the actual outcome differs from what was initially predicted.
- Used to express results exceeding initial predictions.
- Commonly paired with adjectives describing size, speed, or difficulty.
- Useful for both casual conversations and formal reports.
Use with specific measurements
Combine with numbers or adjectives like 'cheap' or 'fast' to make your point clear. This helps listeners understand exactly how much the reality differed from your prediction.
Avoid using for past certainties
Only use this when describing a comparison between a prediction and an actual result. Do not use it for things that were already known to be true.
Common in business reporting
In Korea, this phrase is highly valued in professional settings to explain variances in KPIs or project timelines. It sounds professional and objective.
Examples
2 of 2오늘 날씨가 예상보다 훨씬 춥네요.
The weather today is much colder than I expected.
이번 프로젝트 결과가 예상보다 좋습니다.
The results of this project are better than expected.
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