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환기하다 (verb)

To arouse or evoke attention, interest, or a memory. It also literally means to ventilate air, but in academic contexts, it refers to 'bringing to mind' or 'calling attention to'.

💬 Example

"그의 연설은 대중의 경각심을 환기했다."

💡 Memory Tip

Think of 'Hwan' as 'Wind' (even though it's not) and 'Gi' as 'Gear'. You are 'switching gears' to let the 'wind' in—whet...

🏛️ Origin

🔗 Synonyms
일깨우다 불러일으키다 자극하다 상기시키다
⚠️ Common Mistakes

창문을 환기하다 → 방을 환기하다 / 창문을 열어 환기하다

기억이 환기하다 → 기억을 환기하다 / 기억이 환기되다

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