저쪽
저쪽 means 'that way' or 'that direction' when you are pointing to something far away.
Explanation at your level:
저쪽 means 'that way'. If you are standing here and you point to a tree far away, you say '저쪽'. It is very easy to use! Just point your finger and say the word. It helps you show people where things are.
When you are giving simple directions, 저쪽 is essential. Use it when the destination is not close to you or the person listening. '저쪽으로 가세요' means 'Please go that way'. It is a very common word for beginners to learn.
At the intermediate level, you will use 저쪽 to describe complex spatial arrangements. It is often used to contrast locations. For example, 'This side is for guests, but 저쪽 is for staff.' It helps organize information clearly in conversation.
In more advanced contexts, 저쪽 can refer to groups or abstract sides in an argument. 'Our team thinks this way, but 저쪽 (the other side/the opposition) thinks differently.' It adds a layer of nuance to your social and professional interactions.
At the advanced level, you might use 저쪽 to describe metaphorical distances or distinct groups in a narrative. It allows for subtle distinctions between 'us' and 'them' in political or social discourse, providing a way to distance yourself or your group from another entity.
Mastering 저쪽 involves understanding its role in the demonstrative ecosystem of the Korean language. It represents the ultimate distal point. In literature, it can be used to evoke a sense of longing or mystery, pointing to a 'far away' place that remains unreachable or unknown to the narrator.
Word in 30 Seconds
- Means 'that way' or 'that direction'.
- Used for things far from speaker and listener.
- Commonly used with -으로.
- Neutral register, very versatile.
Welcome to the world of Korean demonstratives! 저쪽 is a super useful word that helps you navigate space. When you want to talk about a place that is quite far from you and the person you are talking to, you use 저쪽.
Think of it as the 'over there' of the Korean language. It is part of the i-geu-jeo system, where i is close to you, geu is close to the listener, and jeo is far from both. It is a fundamental building block for giving directions or describing scenes.
The word 저쪽 is a compound formed by combining 저 (that, distal) and 쪽 (side/direction). This structure is classic in Korean for defining spatial relationships.
Historically, the jeo prefix has always been used to denote things beyond the immediate reach of the speaker. It roots back to Old Korean demonstrative systems that prioritize the physical distance between the speaker and the object. It has remained remarkably stable over centuries of language evolution.
You will use 저쪽 constantly in daily life. Whether you are telling a friend to look at a distant mountain or asking someone to move to the other side of the room, this word is your go-to.
It often appears with particles like -으로 (towards) to create 저쪽으로, meaning 'towards that way'. It is neutral in register, meaning you can use it with friends or in more polite settings without sounding strange.
While 저쪽 is mostly functional, it appears in phrases like 저쪽 사람 (that person over there) or 저쪽으로 가세요 (please go that way).
1. 저쪽 끝: The far end. 2. 저쪽 편: The other side. 3. 저쪽 동네: That neighborhood over there. 4. 저쪽 세상: The afterlife (metaphorical). 5. 저쪽으로 치워: Move it over there.
Grammatically, 저쪽 acts as a noun. You can attach particles like -은/는, -이/가, or -으로 to it.
The pronunciation involves a tense consonant 'ㅉ' which sounds like a sharp 'jj' sound. In IPA, it is roughly [tɕʌ.tɕ͈ok]. It rhymes with words like 이쪽 (this side) and 그쪽 (that side near you).
Fun Fact
The 'i-geu-jeo' system is a classic feature of East Asian languages.
Pronunciation Guide
Sounds like 'juh-jjok' with a sharp, tense 'jj'.
Similar to UK, focus on the short, clipped 'jj'.
Common Errors
- Softening the 'jj' sound
- Misplacing the stress
- Confusing with '저기'
Rhymes With
Difficulty Rating
Very easy to read.
Easy to use in sentences.
Requires practice with the 'jj' sound.
Easy to identify in speech.
What to Learn Next
Prerequisites
Learn Next
Advanced
Grammar to Know
Particles (으)로
저쪽으로
Demonstratives
이/그/저
Topic Markers
저쪽은
Examples by Level
저쪽을 보세요.
Look at that way.
Object marker used.
저쪽은 학교입니다.
That way is the school.
Topic marker used.
저쪽으로 가요.
Go that way.
Direction particle.
저쪽이 제 집이에요.
That way is my house.
Subject marker.
저쪽은 누구예요?
Who is that person over there?
Question word.
저쪽도 예뻐요.
That side is also pretty.
Also particle.
저쪽에서 만나요.
Let's meet over there.
Location particle.
저쪽은 아니에요.
It is not that way.
Negative copula.
저쪽 테이블에 앉으세요.
저쪽 문으로 나가세요.
저쪽 산이 정말 높아요.
저쪽 사람들은 누구인가요?
저쪽 편에 친구가 있어요.
저쪽으로 조금만 더 가세요.
저쪽은 조용하네요.
저쪽 끝까지 달려요.
저쪽 팀의 의견은 다릅니다.
저쪽은 이미 예약이 찼습니다.
저쪽 구석에 가방을 두세요.
저쪽 방향으로 시선을 돌리세요.
저쪽은 우리와 다른 세상 같아요.
저쪽은 어두워서 잘 안 보여요.
저쪽은 아직 공사 중입니다.
저쪽으로 가면 지름길이 있어요.
저쪽 진영의 논리는 설득력이 부족하다.
저쪽은 우리가 관여할 문제가 아니다.
저쪽은 예전부터 유명한 맛집이었다.
저쪽은 분위기가 사뭇 다르네요.
저쪽은 우리와 이해관계가 얽혀 있다.
저쪽은 출입 금지 구역입니다.
저쪽은 햇빛이 잘 들어오는 곳이에요.
저쪽은 선택의 여지가 없는 상황입니다.
저쪽은 소위 말하는 엘리트 집단이다.
저쪽은 우리와는 완전히 다른 계층이다.
저쪽은 역사적으로 복잡한 배경이 있다.
저쪽은 철학적으로 접근해야 합니다.
저쪽은 우리 계획과는 무관합니다.
저쪽은 미지의 영역으로 남아 있다.
저쪽은 경제적 파급력이 큽니다.
저쪽은 사회적 합의가 필요합니다.
저쪽은 형이상학적인 차원의 이야기다.
저쪽은 고전 문학에서 자주 등장하는 상징이다.
저쪽은 시공간을 초월한 장소로 묘사된다.
저쪽은 인간의 손길이 닿지 않은 곳이다.
저쪽은 철저히 배제된 공간이었다.
저쪽은 관념적인 저항의 상징이다.
저쪽은 시대적 아픔을 간직한 곳이다.
저쪽은 우리 내면의 어두운 구석이다.
Common Collocations
Idioms & Expressions
"저쪽 세상"
The afterlife
그는 저쪽 세상으로 떠났다.
literary"저쪽 편을 들다"
To take the other side/support the opponent
왜 저쪽 편을 드는 거야?
casual"저쪽은 딴 세상이다"
That place is like a different world
거기는 완전히 저쪽 세상 같아.
casual"저쪽으로 넘기다"
To pass the responsibility to the other side
문제를 저쪽으로 넘기지 마라.
formal"저쪽 끝까지"
To the very end
저쪽 끝까지 달려보자.
neutral"저쪽은 남남이다"
That side is a total stranger
저쪽은 우리랑 남남이야.
casualEasily Confused
Both refer to sides.
이쪽 is close, 저쪽 is far.
이쪽으로 오세요 vs 저쪽으로 가세요.
Both refer to sides.
그쪽 is near the listener.
그쪽은 어때요? vs 저쪽은 어때요?
Both refer to distance.
저기 is a place, 저쪽 is a direction.
저기에 있어요 vs 저쪽으로 가요.
Both refer to distant places.
저곳 is more specific/formal.
저곳은 박물관입니다.
Sentence Patterns
저쪽으로 + verb
저쪽으로 가세요.
저쪽은 + noun + 입니다
저쪽은 학교입니다.
저쪽 + 에서 + verb
저쪽에서 만나요.
저쪽 + 편을 + verb
저쪽 편을 들지 마세요.
저쪽은 + adjective
저쪽은 조용하네요.
Word Family
Nouns
Related
How to Use It
10
Formality Scale
Common Mistakes
저쪽 is only for far distances.
저쪽 is a direction, 저기 is a place.
Particles define the function.
저쪽 can sound too conversational.
Mispronouncing ㅉ changes the meaning.
Tips
Memory Palace Trick
Imagine a giant 'J' arrow pointing far away.
When Native Speakers Use It
When pointing out landmarks.
Cultural Insight
Polite pointing uses the whole hand, not one finger.
Grammar Shortcut
Always pair with -으로 for movement.
Say It Right
Make the 'jj' sound tight in your throat.
Don't Make This Mistake
Don't use it for things in your hand.
Did You Know?
It is one of the first words kids learn.
Study Smart
Use flashcards with pictures of far-away objects.
Context Matters
Use it to distinguish between groups.
Practice
Record yourself saying '저쪽' and compare to native audio.
Memorize It
Mnemonic
J-J: Just Jump that way!
Visual Association
Pointing to a distant mountain.
Word Web
Challenge
Point to 5 things in your room and call them '저쪽'.
Word Origin
Korean
Original meaning: That + Side
Cultural Context
None.
Direct equivalent to 'over there' or 'that side'.
Practice in Real Life
Real-World Contexts
Giving directions
- 저쪽으로 가세요
- 저쪽 끝에 있어요
- 저쪽 방향입니다
Describing a room
- 저쪽은 침대입니다
- 저쪽은 창문이에요
- 저쪽 구석에 두세요
Social meetings
- 저쪽에서 기다릴게요
- 저쪽은 제 친구예요
- 저쪽으로 모실게요
Debates/Discussions
- 저쪽 의견은 이렇습니다
- 저쪽은 동의하지 않아요
- 저쪽과 협의가 필요합니다
Conversation Starters
"저쪽 건물은 뭐예요?"
"저쪽으로 가도 될까요?"
"저쪽 사람들은 누구인가요?"
"저쪽은 정말 조용하네요."
"우리 저쪽에서 만날까요?"
Journal Prompts
Describe a place you see far away using '저쪽'.
Write about a time you had to give directions.
Explain the difference between '이쪽' and '저쪽' in your own words.
Describe a group of people you see '저쪽'.
Frequently Asked Questions
8 questionsIt can refer to a person in a distant group.
No, it is spatial.
저쪽 is a direction, 저기 is a place.
It is neutral and safe for all settings.
It is a tense, sharp sound.
Yes, if it's the subject.
Yes, to refer to other departments or companies.
Use 그쪽 if they are near the listener.
Test Yourself
___으로 가세요.
It specifies a direction.
Which means 'that way'?
저쪽 is the correct term.
저쪽 refers to something very close to the speaker.
It refers to something far away.
Word
Meaning
Basic demonstrative matching.
Adverb + Direction + Verb.
___ 사람은 누구예요?
Used for people at a distance.
What is the best antonym?
이쪽 is the direct opposite.
Can I use 저쪽 for a pen in my hand?
No, that would be 이쪽.
Word
Meaning
Idiomatic usage.
Subject + Adjective + Verb structure.
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Summary
Use '저쪽' whenever you need to point out something far away!
- Means 'that way' or 'that direction'.
- Used for things far from speaker and listener.
- Commonly used with -으로.
- Neutral register, very versatile.
Memory Palace Trick
Imagine a giant 'J' arrow pointing far away.
When Native Speakers Use It
When pointing out landmarks.
Cultural Insight
Polite pointing uses the whole hand, not one finger.
Grammar Shortcut
Always pair with -으로 for movement.
Related Content
This Word in Other Languages
Related Grammar Rules
More general words
몇몇
A2An unspecified small number of; some or a few.
조금
A1A little/a bit
적게
A1A little / Few
약간
A2A little; slightly; somewhat.
많이
A1A lot/much
잠시
A2For a moment; briefly.
잠깐
A2For a short time; a moment.
아까
A2A little while ago, earlier.
대해
A2About, concerning.
~에 대해서
A2Concerning or regarding a particular subject; about.
