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맥락 (noun)

The circumstances that form the setting for an event, statement, or idea, and in terms of which it can be fully understood. It often refers to the linguistic or situational background of a text or discussion.

💬 Example

"이 문장은 전체 맥락 속에서 이해해야 합니다."

💡 Memory Tip

Imagine a MAN (맥) with a KNAPSACK (락) full of puzzle pieces. He needs the CONTEXT (맥락) to put them together.

🏛️ Origin

🔗 Synonyms
문맥 정황 배경 상황 흐름
⚠️ Common Mistakes

Pronouncing it as [맥락] (maek-rak). → Pronounce it as [맹낙] (maeng-nak) due to nasalization rules.

Using 맥락 to describe an immediate physical emergency. → Use 상황 (sanghwang) for immediate situations. 맥락 is for background.

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