Explanation at your level:
추억 means memory. You use it when you think about happy times. For example, if you go to the park with a friend, that is a 추억. It is a very good word to use when you talk about your family or your childhood.
At this level, you can use 추억 to describe your experiences. You can say 'I have many 추억 in Seoul.' It is a word that connects you to your past. Think of it as a 'happy memory' that you keep in your heart.
Intermediate learners use 추억 to talk about nostalgia. It is common to say 'We made great 추억 together.' You can also use it to describe a specific place that reminds you of your past, like a school or a hometown.
At the B2 level, you understand that 추억 is more than just a memory; it is an emotional experience. You can use it in phrases like 'reminiscing about the past' (추억을 회상하다). It is perfect for describing the bittersweet feeling of time passing.
Advanced users employ 추억 to add depth to their narratives. It can be used in literary contexts to describe the 'weight' of the past. You might discuss how 추억 shapes identity or how people use memories to cope with the present.
At the mastery level, 추억 is used to explore the philosophical nature of human existence. You might discuss the 'fabric of 추억' or how memories are constructed and reconstructed over time. It is a nuanced term that bridges the gap between personal history and collective cultural identity.
Palavra em 30 segundos
- 추억 means emotional memory.
- It is a noun.
- Often used with '만들다'.
- Implies nostalgia.
The word 추억 (chu-eok) is a beautiful and evocative term in Korean. It refers to memories, but specifically those that hold emotional significance. Unlike a simple 'fact' you remember, 추억 usually implies a sense of nostalgia or warmth.
When you talk about your 추억, you are often sharing a story about your past that makes you smile, feel sentimental, or reflect on how much you have grown. It is a central concept in Korean culture, often linked to youth, friendships, and significant life events.
The word 추억 is a Sino-Korean word (Hanja: 追憶). The first character 추 (追) means 'to follow' or 'to pursue', and the second character 억 (憶) means 'to recall' or 'to remember'.
Historically, it evolved from classical Chinese philosophical texts where the act of 'following' a thought back to its source was a common metaphor for reflection. Over centuries, it became the standard term in Korean to describe the act of looking backward into one's own timeline to find meaning in past events.
You will hear 추억 used in both casual conversations and formal literature. It is very common to say 'making memories' (추억을 만들다) when you are out with friends or traveling.
In formal settings, you might hear it used in speeches or essays to describe 'cherished memories' (소중한 추억). Because it carries an emotional tone, it is rarely used for boring or purely technical memories, such as remembering a phone number.
1. 추억에 잠기다: To be lost in memories. Used when someone is daydreaming about the past. 2. 추억을 되새기다: To ruminate on memories. Like chewing on a thought to get more meaning out of it. 3. 추억의 장소: A place of memories. A location that holds special significance. 4. 추억 속으로: Into the memories. Often used when saying goodbye to a phase of life. 5. 추억 팔이: Selling memories. A slang term for someone who constantly talks about the 'good old days'.
추억 is a noun and does not have plural forms in Korean, as the language relies on context to indicate plurality. It is often paired with verbs like 만들다 (to make) or 떠올리다 (to recall).
The pronunciation is 'choo-uk'. Note that the 'ch' sound is aspirated. It rhymes loosely with 'book' in English, though the vowel sound is slightly more closed and rounded.
Fun Fact
The character '憶' contains the heart radical (忄), showing that memory is tied to emotion.
Pronunciation Guide
Sounds like 'choo' + 'uk'
Similar to British pronunciation
Common Errors
- Mispronouncing 'ch' as 'sh'
- Dropping the final 'k' sound
- Adding extra syllables
Rhymes With
Difficulty Rating
Easy to read
Easy to write
Easy to say
Easy to hear
What to Learn Next
Prerequisites
Learn Next
Avançado
Grammar to Know
Noun + 을/를
추억을 만들다
Noun + 하다
추억하다
Past Tense
추억이었다
Examples by Level
이것은 좋은 추억입니다.
This is a good memory.
Simple sentence structure.
우리는 즐거운 추억을 만들었습니다.
그곳은 나의 추억의 장소입니다.
추억이 많이 생각납니다.
사진을 보며 추억을 떠올립니다.
우리 함께 추억을 만들자.
그 시절은 좋은 추억입니다.
추억은 소중합니다.
그것은 잊지 못할 추억입니다.
오랜만에 친구를 만나 옛날 추억을 이야기했습니다.
여행은 언제나 새로운 추억을 선물합니다.
그 노래를 들으면 옛 추억이 떠오릅니다.
우리는 추억을 되새기며 웃었습니다.
사진첩에는 많은 추억이 담겨 있습니다.
추억에 잠겨 시간을 보냈습니다.
졸업은 새로운 추억의 시작입니다.
그녀와의 추억을 잊을 수 없습니다.
어린 시절의 추억은 삶의 중요한 밑거름이 됩니다.
그는 추억을 회상하며 눈물을 흘렸습니다.
추억은 시간이 지날수록 더 아름답게 느껴집니다.
우리는 추억을 공유하며 더 가까워졌습니다.
그 장소는 우리에게 수많은 추억이 깃든 곳입니다.
추억 속의 그 사람은 지금 어디에 있을까요?
추억을 간직하는 것은 마음의 치유가 됩니다.
그는 추억에 젖어 말이 없었습니다.
그의 소설은 잃어버린 추억에 대한 향수를 자극합니다.
추억은 과거와 현재를 잇는 다리 역할을 합니다.
우리는 때때로 추억을 미화하는 경향이 있습니다.
그의 말 한마디가 잊고 지냈던 추억을 소환했습니다.
추억은 고통을 치유하는 힘을 가지고 있습니다.
그는 추억의 파편들을 모아 이야기를 만들었습니다.
추억은 우리를 지탱하는 정신적 자산입니다.
그의 기억 속 추억은 점차 희미해져 갔습니다.
추억은 주관적인 서사로 재구성되는 기억의 파편입니다.
그는 추억의 연대기를 통해 자신의 삶을 성찰했습니다.
추억은 시간의 흐름을 거스르는 심리적 기제입니다.
그녀는 추억의 편린들을 모아 자서전을 집필했습니다.
추억은 때로 현실을 도피하는 안식처가 되기도 합니다.
그는 추억의 굴레에서 벗어나 새로운 삶을 시작했습니다.
추억은 인간의 존재론적 깊이를 더해주는 요소입니다.
그의 삶은 추억과 망각 사이의 끊임없는 투쟁이었습니다.
Colocações comuns
Idioms & Expressions
"추억 팔이"
Relying on past success or nostalgia.
그 가수는 추억 팔이만 한다.
casual"추억에 젖다"
To be deeply immersed in memories.
음악을 들으며 추억에 젖었다.
neutral"추억을 묻다"
To bury a memory (let it go).
이제 그 추억은 묻어두자.
neutral"추억을 더듬다"
To try to recall memories.
희미한 추억을 더듬어 보았다.
neutral"추억의 뒤안길"
The path behind (the past).
그 일은 추억의 뒤안길로 사라졌다.
literary"추억을 소환하다"
To bring a memory back to life.
사진이 옛 추억을 소환한다.
neutralEasily Confused
Both mean memory.
기억 is neutral/factual, 추억 is emotional.
기억력 (memory power) vs 추억 (memory).
Both relate to the past.
회상 is the act of reflecting.
회상에 잠기다.
Both refer to the past.
향수 is specifically longing/homesickness.
고향에 대한 향수.
Both are about the past.
기념 is for marking an event.
기념 사진.
Sentence Patterns
Subject + 추억을 만들다
우리는 추억을 만들었다.
Subject + 추억을 떠올리다
나는 추억을 떠올렸다.
Subject + 추억에 잠기다
그는 추억에 잠겼다.
Subject + 추억을 간직하다
나는 그 추억을 간직한다.
Subject + 추억을 회상하다
그녀는 과거를 회상한다.
Família de palavras
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Verbs
Adjectives
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How to Use It
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Formality Scale
Erros comuns
추억 is for emotional memories, 기억 is for factual recall.
Korean nouns don't have plural 's'.
기억력 refers to the capacity to remember.
추억 is strictly for the past.
Don't add particles to the base word.
Tips
Memory Palace
Place your memory in a room in your mind.
Native Speakers
They use it when looking at photos.
Cultural Insight
Koreans value shared memories.
Grammar Shortcut
Use '을' after it.
Say It Right
Focus on the 'ch' sound.
Don't Make This Mistake
Don't use for future.
Did You Know?
It has Chinese roots.
Study Smart
Read poems to see it used.
Context
Use it in nostalgic settings.
Verb Pattern
Combine with '만들다'.
Memorize It
Mnemonic
Think of 'choo-choo' train going back in time.
Visual Association
A dusty photo album being opened.
Word Web
Desafio
Write down one happy memory today.
Origem da palavra
Sino-Korean
Original meaning: To follow (追) a memory (憶)
Contexto cultural
Generally a positive word, but can be sad if referring to lost loved ones.
Equates to 'cherished memories' or 'reminiscence'.
Practice in Real Life
Real-World Contexts
Travel
- 추억을 만들다
- 여행의 추억
- 소중한 시간
School
- 학창 시절의 추억
- 친구들과의 추억
- 졸업의 추억
Family
- 가족과의 추억
- 어린 시절의 추억
- 부모님과의 추억
Friendship
- 우정의 추억
- 함께한 추억
- 잊지 못할 추억
Conversation Starters
"가장 행복한 추억은 무엇인가요?"
"어릴 적 추억이 있나요?"
"여행에서 만든 추억이 있나요?"
"사진을 보며 추억을 떠올리나요?"
"추억의 장소가 있나요?"
Journal Prompts
오늘 만든 추억은 무엇인가요?
가장 그리운 추억에 대해 쓰세요.
추억이 왜 중요한지 생각해보세요.
어린 시절의 추억을 묘사하세요.
Perguntas frequentes
8 perguntasUsually, but it can be sad or bittersweet.
No, use '기억' for test facts.
No, it is a noun, but becomes a verb with '하다'.
추억 (Chueok).
Yes, very common in daily talk.
Yes, if you have a memory of a pet.
No, it is standard Korean.
No.
Teste-se
우리는 좋은 ___을 만들었습니다.
We made good memories.
What does '추억' mean?
It refers to memories.
'추억' is usually used for boring facts.
It is used for emotional memories.
Word
Significado
Matching terms.
I recalled the memory.
Pontuação: /5
Summary
추억 is a cherished memory that warms your heart.
- 추억 means emotional memory.
- It is a noun.
- Often used with '만들다'.
- Implies nostalgia.
Memory Palace
Place your memory in a room in your mind.
Native Speakers
They use it when looking at photos.
Cultural Insight
Koreans value shared memories.
Grammar Shortcut
Use '을' after it.
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