Explanation at your level:
When you are sick, a doctor might need to fix you. This is called 수술하다. It means the doctor uses tools to help your body.
You use 수술하다 when a surgeon works on a patient. It is a very important medical word. You might say, 'The doctor will operate on the leg.'
This verb is used to describe the act of surgery. It is common to say '의사가 수술하다' (the doctor operates). It is a formal word used in hospitals.
In professional contexts, 수술하다 is the standard term for surgical intervention. It implies a high level of skill and is often used in news reports about medical procedures.
Beyond the literal medical sense, 수술하다 is used in corporate or political contexts to describe 'restructuring' or 'fixing' a broken system. It carries a nuance of drastic, necessary change.
Mastery of this word involves understanding its etymological roots in 'manual art' and its application in complex, high-stakes environments. It signifies a profound, often life-altering intervention.
Palavra em 30 segundos
- Means to perform surgery.
- Used for doctors.
- Metaphorical use in business.
- Noun is 수술.
When we talk about 수술하다, we are talking about the serious and skilled work of surgeons. It is a specific verb that implies a medical professional is taking action to repair or remove something inside a patient's body.
You will hear this word in hospitals and clinics. It is not just any medical help; it is specifically surgical intervention. Think of it as the ultimate way to fix a physical problem that medicine alone cannot solve.
The word 수술 (surgery) comes from the Hanja characters 手 (hand) and 術 (technique or art). Literally, it means the 'art of the hand.' This reflects the ancient history of medicine where the surgeon's manual dexterity was the most important tool.
Historically, this term evolved as modern medical practices were introduced to Korea. It bridges the gap between traditional healing and modern scientific surgery, maintaining the focus on the skill of the practitioner's hands.
You use 수술하다 when you want to describe the doctor's action. For example, '의사가 환자를 수술하다' (The doctor operates on the patient). It is a formal, professional term.
In casual speech, people often use the passive form '수술을 받다' (to receive surgery) when talking about themselves. Always remember that 수술하다 focuses on the person performing the action, while receiving surgery focuses on the patient.
While it is a medical term, it is sometimes used metaphorically. For example, '대대적으로 수술하다' can mean to perform a 'major overhaul' on a system or organization.
Another common usage is '수술대에 오르다', which literally means to get on the operating table, but figuratively means to face a major challenge or inspection.
As a verb, 수술하다 follows the standard Korean conjugation rules. You can change it to 수술합니다 for formal settings or 수술해요 for polite conversation.
The pronunciation is straightforward: [수술하다]. Focus on the clear 's' sounds. It rhymes with words like 출출하다 (to be hungry) in terms of rhythm, though the meanings are worlds apart!
Fun Fact
It highlights the importance of the surgeon's hands.
Pronunciation Guide
Clear s sounds.
Clear s sounds.
Common Errors
- Mispronouncing the 's' sounds.
- Dropping the 'h'.
- Incorrect pitch.
Rhymes With
Difficulty Rating
Moderate
Moderate
Moderate
Moderate
What to Learn Next
Prerequisites
Learn Next
Avançado
Grammar to Know
Verb conjugation
수술하다 -> 수술합니다
Object marker
환자를 수술하다
Passive voice
수술을 받다
Examples by Level
의사가 수술합니다.
Doctor operates.
Simple sentence.
그는 다리를 수술했어요.
의사가 환자를 수술합니다.
수술하는 것은 어렵습니다.
그녀는 어제 수술했어요.
병원에서 수술합니다.
의사가 수술을 준비합니다.
수술하는 의사입니다.
빨리 수술해야 합니다.
전문 의사가 그를 수술했습니다.
심장 부위를 수술하다.
성공적으로 수술하다.
긴급하게 수술하다.
수술하는 동안 기다리세요.
그는 위를 수술하기로 했습니다.
수술하는 기술이 중요합니다.
어제 큰 수술을 했습니다.
의료진이 환자를 정밀하게 수술하다.
그는 복잡한 뇌 수술을 집도했습니다.
수술하는 과정은 매우 정교합니다.
성형 수술하다.
응급 상황에서 수술하다.
수술하는 의사의 손길이 떨리지 않습니다.
그는 수술하는 것을 두려워하지 않습니다.
수술하는 동안 마취가 필요합니다.
조직을 개편하기 위해 대대적으로 수술하다.
그는 시스템의 결함을 수술하듯 고쳤다.
정치적 부패를 수술하는 과정이 필요하다.
그는 수술하는 의사처럼 냉철하게 판단했다.
경제 구조를 수술하다.
근본적인 문제를 수술하다.
수술하는 것과 같은 정밀한 작업이 요구된다.
그는 수술하는 의사로서의 사명감이 있다.
사회의 병폐를 수술하다.
그는 마치 외과 의사가 환부를 수술하듯 문제를 해결했다.
수술하는 의사의 집중력은 타의 추종을 불허한다.
이 프로젝트는 전면적인 수술이 필요하다.
수술하는 행위는 생명을 다루는 숭고한 예술이다.
그는 수술하는 순간만큼은 세상과 단절된다.
수술하는 정교함으로 데이터를 분석하다.
수술하는 의사에게 가장 중요한 것은 침착함이다.
Colocações comuns
Idioms & Expressions
"수술대에 오르다"
To face a major challenge or inspection.
그 회사는 구조조정 수술대에 올랐다.
formal"메스를 대다"
To start a major change.
정부가 예산 문제에 메스를 대기로 했다.
formal"환부를 도려내다"
To remove the root cause of a problem.
부패의 환부를 도려내야 한다.
formal"수술이 잘 되다"
The operation was successful.
다행히 수술이 잘 되었습니다.
neutral"수술을 앞두다"
To be scheduled for surgery.
그는 내일 수술을 앞두고 있다.
neutralEasily Confused
Both are medical.
Surgery vs procedure.
Surgery is major; procedure is minor.
Both mean to help.
Surgery is specific.
Surgery is a type of treatment.
Both mean to fix.
Surgery is medical.
Fix a car vs fix a body.
Both mean to repair.
Mechanical vs medical.
Repair a machine.
Sentence Patterns
의사가 [환자]를 수술하다
의사가 환자를 수술하다.
[부위]를 수술하다
다리를 수술하다.
[부사] 수술하다
성공적으로 수술하다.
[목적]을 위해 수술하다
치료를 위해 수술하다.
대대적으로 수술하다
시스템을 대대적으로 수술하다.
Família de palavras
Nouns
Verbs
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How to Use It
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Formality Scale
Erros comuns
Patients receive surgery; doctors perform it.
Ensure the object is the patient or the body part.
Surgery is specific.
Surgery is major.
Never use '당하다' for surgery.
Tips
Hanja Memory
Remember Hand + Technique.
Patient vs Doctor
Use 받다 for patients.
Metaphorical use
Used in politics.
Verb conjugation
Standard -하다 verb.
Clear sounds
Focus on 's'.
Avoid '당하다'
Never use passive '당하다'.
Etymology
Art of the hand.
Context learning
Watch medical dramas.
Flashcards
Use with '의사'.
Writing
Write a news report.
Memorize It
Mnemonic
Hand (수) + Technique (술) = Surgery.
Visual Association
A surgeon's hands working.
Word Web
Desafio
Describe a fictional surgery.
Origem da palavra
Hanja
Original meaning: Hand technique
Contexto cultural
Surgery is a serious topic; be respectful.
Surgery is a common term, but 'operating' is often used.
Practice in Real Life
Real-World Contexts
Hospital
- 수술실로 가다
- 수술을 준비하다
- 수술이 끝났다
Medical News
- 성공적으로 수술하다
- 긴급 수술하다
- 정밀 수술하다
Business
- 구조를 수술하다
- 전면 수술하다
- 문제를 수술하다
Personal Story
- 수술을 받다
- 수술을 앞두다
- 수술이 잘 되다
Conversation Starters
"Have you ever had surgery?"
"Do you think surgeons are heroes?"
"How do you feel about medical technology?"
"What is the most difficult surgery?"
"Can systems be 'operated' on?"
Journal Prompts
Write about a medical experience.
Describe a time you needed help.
Explain why surgeons are important.
Write about a 'major overhaul' in your life.
Perguntas frequentes
8 perguntasNo, use 수술을 받다.
Yes, it is professional.
No, only surgery.
수술.
Yes, metaphorically.
외과 의사.
No, use 'I received surgery'.
Yes, in medical contexts.
Teste-se
의사가 ___.
Doctor performs surgery.
Which means surgery?
수술 is surgery.
Patients perform surgery.
Doctors perform surgery.
Word
Significado
Matching the verb.
Subject-Object-Verb.
What is a synonym?
집도하다 is a synonym.
수술하다 can be used for systems.
Yes, metaphorically.
시스템을 ___ 필요가 있다.
Need to perform surgery on the system.
Word
Significado
Idiomatic meaning.
Must perform surgery on corruption.
Pontuação: /10
Summary
수술하다 is the professional act of a surgeon performing a medical operation.
- Means to perform surgery.
- Used for doctors.
- Metaphorical use in business.
- Noun is 수술.
Hanja Memory
Remember Hand + Technique.
Patient vs Doctor
Use 받다 for patients.
Metaphorical use
Used in politics.
Verb conjugation
Standard -하다 verb.
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