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전염되다 (verb)

To be transmitted from one person or organism to another; to be infected.

💡 Memory Tip

Imagine a 'jelly' (전) that is so 'num' (염) that it 'dwe' (되) into you, infecting you. Or, think of 'jeon' like 'gen'...

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⚠️ Common Mistakes

Using '전염되다' to mean 'to actively infect someone'. → To actively infect someone, use '옮기다' (to pass on) or '전염시키다' (less common). '전염되다' is passive.

Using the wrong particle, e.g., '독감으로 전염되다' instead of '독감에 전염되다'. → Use the particle '에' to indicate the disease or condition one is infected with: '독감<mark class='bg-emerald-200 dark:bg-emerald-800 px-0.5 rounded'>에</mark> 전염되다'.

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