When something is 불분명하다 (bul-bun-myung-ha-da), it means it's not clear or easy to understand. Think of it like a blurry picture or a confusing explanation.
You might use it when you can't quite see something well, or when someone says something that doesn't make much sense to you.
For example, if the instructions for a game are not easy to follow, they are 불분명하다. If you're looking at something far away and can't tell what it is, it looks 불분명하다.
When something is 불분명하다 (bulbunmyunghada), it means it's unclear, indistinct, or vague. This can apply to visual things, like a blurry image, or to abstract concepts, like a poorly explained idea. It suggests a lack of clarity that makes understanding difficult. Think of it as the opposite of something being clear and easy to grasp.
When something is 불분명하다 (bulbunmyunghada), it means it's unclear or indistinct. Imagine a foggy day where you can barely see the road ahead – that's 불분명하다. Or if someone gives you instructions that are vague and hard to follow, you could say the instructions are 불분명하다.
It applies to both visual things and abstract concepts. So, whether it's a blurry image or a confusing explanation, you can use this word. It's a useful term to express a lack of clarity or precision.
§ What '불분명하다' means
- Korean Word
- 불분명하다 (bulbunmyeonghada)
- Word Type
- Adjective
- CEFR Level
- A2
- Definition
- Not clearly or distinctly seen or understood.
Alright, let's break down '불분명하다'. This word is really useful for describing things that aren't clear, whether you're talking about something you see, something you hear, or even an idea or a situation. It's like saying 'unclear', 'vague', or 'indistinct'.
§ Where you actually hear this word
You'll encounter '불분명하다' in many different contexts. Here are a few common situations:
At Work: In a professional setting, you might hear this when discussing project details, instructions, or meeting outcomes that aren't clear.
At School: Students and teachers often use this word to describe explanations, assignments, or even handwriting that's hard to make out.
In the News: News reports might use '불분명하다' to describe uncertain situations, unclear motives, or vague statements from officials.
Everyday Life: You could use it to talk about blurry photos, quiet audio, or even someone's intentions.
Let's look at some examples to help you understand how to use it.
§ Examples in context
Here are some practical examples of '불분명하다' in use:
그림이 너무 불분명해서 잘 안 보여요.
- Translation hint
- The picture is too unclear/blurry, so I can't see it well.
설명이 불분명해서 이해하기 어려웠어요.
- Translation hint
- The explanation was unclear, so it was hard to understand.
그의 의도가 아직 불분명하다.
- Translation hint
- His intentions are still unclear/vague.
소리가 너무 작아서 무슨 말인지 불분명했다.
- Translation hint
- The sound was too quiet, so what was said was unclear.
회의록 내용이 불분명한 부분이 많습니다.
- Translation hint
- There are many unclear parts in the meeting minutes.
As you can see, '불분명하다' is a versatile word for describing anything that lacks clarity. Pay attention to how it's used in different sentences, and you'll quickly get the hang of it!
§ Mistakes people make with this word
Many Korean learners, especially at the A2 level, tend to make a few common errors when using 불분명하다. Understanding these can help you avoid them and sound more natural.
§ Mistake 1: Confusing 불분명하다 with 'Difficult' or 'Complicated'
While something unclear might also be difficult to understand, 불분명하다 specifically refers to a lack of clarity, not inherent difficulty. It's about not being able to see or grasp something distinctly, rather than something being inherently complex or hard to do.
- Correct Usage
- Use 불분명하다 when something is vague, fuzzy, or not clearly defined.
그림이 불분명하다. (The picture is unclear/fuzzy.)
Here, the picture isn't necessarily 'difficult' or 'complicated', but its details are not clear.
그의 설명은 너무 불분명하다. (His explanation is too unclear/vague.)
The explanation lacks clarity, not necessarily that it's intellectually challenging.
- Incorrect Usage (Common Mistake)
- Do not use 불분명하다 to say something is 'difficult' or 'hard to do'.
이 숙제는 불분명하다. (This homework is unclear. - *If you mean it's hard to understand the instructions, this is okay. If you mean the homework itself is difficult to complete, use 어렵다.*)
§ Mistake 2: Incorrectly applying 불분명하다 to feelings or subjective states
불분명하다 is generally used for things that can be objectively unclear – images, sounds, facts, instructions, etc. It's less commonly used for personal feelings or subjective experiences that might be 'unclear' in a different sense.
- Correct Usage
- Apply 불분명하다 to concrete or conceptual things lacking clarity.
목소리가 불분명하다. (The voice is unclear.)
The sound quality makes the voice hard to hear distinctly.
사실이 불분명하다. (The facts are unclear.)
There's a lack of clear information regarding the facts.
- Incorrect Usage (Common Mistake)
- Don't use 불분명하다 for vague feelings or emotions that are hard to describe.
While you might say 'I have unclear feelings' in English, in Korean, you'd use different expressions for subjective emotional vagueness.
§ Mistake 3: Overusing 불분명하다 when more specific words exist
Sometimes learners use 불분명하다 as a catch-all for anything 'not clear'. However, Korean has more precise words depending on the nuance you want to convey.
- 모호하다 (mohohada): This is very close to 불분명하다 but often implies more about ambiguity or vagueness in meaning or definition, especially in language or concepts.
- 흐릿하다 (heuritada): This often refers specifically to visual or auditory blurriness or faintness.
- 애매하다 (aemaehada): This implies something is vague, ambiguous, or hard to define, often leading to uncertainty.
While 불분명하다 can sometimes overlap with these, choosing the more specific word will make your Korean sound more natural and precise.
답변이 모호하다. (The answer is ambiguous/vague.)
Here, '모호하다' might be a better fit if the answer's meaning is unclear, rather than just its presentation.
안경을 안 써서 글씨가 흐릿하다. (Because I didn't wear glasses, the writing is blurry/faint.)
'흐릿하다' is perfect for visual blurriness.
By being mindful of these common mistakes, you can use 불분명하다 more accurately and expand your Korean vocabulary with greater confidence. Keep practicing, and you'll get there!
Curiosidade
The '불' (bul) prefix is often used to negate the meaning of a word, similar to 'un-' or 'dis-' in English.
Exemplos por nível
그 글씨는 너무 작아서 불분명해요.
The handwriting is too small, so it's unclear.
선생님의 설명이 불분명해서 이해하기 어려웠어요.
The teacher's explanation was unclear, so it was hard to understand.
사진이 오래돼서 얼굴이 불분명해요.
The photo is old, so the face is indistinct.
밤에는 멀리 있는 것이 불분명하게 보여요.
At night, things far away look indistinct.
그 소리는 너무 작아서 불분명하게 들렸어요.
The sound was too quiet, so it was heard indistinctly.
내 꿈은 아직 불분명하지만, 노력할 거예요.
My dream is still unclear, but I will try.
안개 때문에 앞이 불분명했어요.
Because of the fog, the front was unclear.
그 그림은 색깔이 흐려서 불분명해요.
The painting's colors are faded, so it's indistinct.
그의 말이 너무 빨라서 불분명했어요.
His words were too fast, so they were unclear.
안개 때문에 앞이 불분명하게 보였어요.
Because of the fog, the front looked indistinct.
그림의 윤곽이 불분명해서 무슨 그림인지 알 수 없었어요.
The outline of the picture was unclear, so I couldn't tell what it was.
질문이 너무 불분명해서 이해하기 어려웠어요.
The question was too vague, so it was hard to understand.
오래된 사진이라 얼굴이 불분명해요.
It's an old photo, so the face is indistinct.
그 문제에 대한 그의 대답은 여전히 불분명해요.
His answer to that problem is still unclear.
소리가 너무 작아서 무슨 말인지 불분명했어요.
The sound was too quiet, so what was said was unclear.
내 미래 계획이 아직 불분명해서 걱정돼요.
My future plans are still unclear, so I'm worried.
그의 설명은 너무 불분명해서 아무도 이해하지 못했다.
His explanation was too unclear, so no one understood.
안개 때문에 앞이 불분명해서 운전하기가 어려웠다.
Because of the fog, the front was indistinct, so driving was difficult.
그녀의 표정은 불분명했지만, 나는 그녀가 화가 났다는 것을 알 수 있었다.
Her expression was unclear, but I could tell she was angry.
오래된 사진이라 얼굴이 불분명하게 나왔다.
It's an old photo, so the face came out indistinctly.
정책의 목표가 불분명해서 실행에 어려움이 많았다.
The policy's goals were unclear, so there were many difficulties in implementation.
사건의 진실은 아직도 불분명한 상태다.
The truth of the incident is still in an unclear state.
작은 목소리 때문에 그의 말이 불분명하게 들렸다.
Because of his small voice, his words were heard indistinctly.
미래에 대한 그의 계획은 여전히 불분명하다.
His plans for the future are still unclear.
Frequentemente confundido com
This is the direct opposite of '불분명하다.' It means 'clear,' 'obvious,' or 'distinct.'
While '불분명하다' is about clarity, '확실하다' is about certainty or being sure. Don't confuse them as just opposites of each other, as their nuances differ.
This word also means 'clear' or 'vivid,' often used for visual clarity like a sharp image or a clear color. '불분명하다' is the opposite in this context.
Padrões gramaticais
Fácil de confundir
Both '모호하다' and '불분명하다' can mean 'vague' or 'unclear.' However, '모호하다' often implies an intentional lack of clarity or a meaning that is open to multiple interpretations.
'불분명하다' is more about something physically or perceptually unclear, while '모호하다' leans towards ambiguity in meaning or intention.
그의 대답은 모호했다. (His answer was vague/ambiguous.)
Both words describe something that isn't clear. '희미하다' often refers to something that is faint, dim, or indistinct, especially in terms of sight or memory.
'불분명하다' is broader and can apply to concepts or ideas, while '희미하다' is more about sensory perception being weak or faded.
불빛이 희미해서 잘 보이지 않았다. (The light was dim, so I couldn't see well.)
Both words suggest a lack of certainty. '불확실하다' focuses on the state of not being certain or definite about something, often regarding future events or facts.
'불분명하다' is about clarity of perception or understanding, whereas '불확실하다' is about certainty or definiteness.
그의 미래는 불확실하다. (His future is uncertain.)
This phrase is a direct negative of '뚜렷하다,' which means 'clear' or 'distinct.' So, it directly conveys the meaning of not being clear.
'불분명하다' is a single adjective, while '뚜렷하지 않다' is a descriptive phrase. They are very similar in meaning, but '뚜렷하지 않다' emphasizes the lack of distinctness.
목소리가 뚜렷하지 않아서 듣기 힘들었다. (His voice wasn't clear, so it was hard to hear.)
Similar to '모호하다,' '애매하다' also means vague or ambiguous, often when something is hard to define or categorize.
'불분명하다' is more about a lack of clarity in general, while '애매하다' can imply a situation where something is neither one thing nor another, making it hard to make a decision or understand precisely.
질문이 너무 애매해서 답변하기 어려웠다. (The question was too vague, so it was hard to answer.)
Padrões de frases
Noun이/가 불분명해요.
이 글씨가 불분명해요. (This writing is indistinct.)
Noun이/가 불분명합니다.
그림이 불분명합니다. (The picture is unclear.)
Noun이/가 [verb stem]-어서/아서 불분명해요.
안개가 짙어서 앞이 불분명해요. (The fog is thick, so the front is indistinct.)
Noun이/가 [verb stem]-(으)니까 불분명해요.
빛이 약하니까 글씨가 불분명해요. (The light is weak, so the writing is indistinct.)
Noun이/가 [verb stem]-(으)면 불분명해요.
사진이 흔들리면 내용이 불분명해요. (If the photo shakes, the content is unclear.)
불분명한 Noun
불분명한 점이 많아요. (There are many unclear points.)
Família de palavras
Substantivos
Dicas
Learn the Base Verb
Start by understanding the base form, which is 분별하다 (bunbyeolhada), meaning to distinguish or to discern.
Negative Prefix '불-'
The prefix '불-' (bul-) means not or non-. When added to 분별하다, it creates 불분별하다 (bulbunbyeolhada), meaning indistinguishable.
Understanding -하다
Many Korean adjectives and verbs end with -하다 (hada), meaning to do. So 불분명하다 literally means to be not clear or to be indistinguishable.
Use with '말' for speech
When describing speech, you can say 말이 불분명하다 (mari bulbunmyeonghada) to mean the speech is unclear or mumbled.
Use with '의견' for opinions
If someone's opinion is vague, you can say 의견이 불분명하다 (uigyeoni bulbunmyeonghada), meaning the opinion is unclear.
Practice with Sentences
Write your own sentences using 불분명하다. For example: 날씨가 불분명해서 우산을 가져왔어요. (The weather was unclear, so I brought an umbrella.)
Synonyms to Consider
Similar words include 모호하다 (mohoda) for vague or ambiguous, and 희미하다 (huimihada) for faint or dim.
Don't confuse with '틀리다'
불분명하다 means unclear, not wrong. If something is incorrect, use 틀리다 (teullida).
Listen for it in Media
Pay attention to K-dramas or news reports. You'll often hear 불분명하다 when describing situations that are uncertain or hard to grasp.
Origem da palavra
Sino-Korean
Significado original: not (불) divided/clear (분) bright/distinct (명) do (하다)
Korean (Sino-Korean)Contexto cultural
The concept of clarity and precision is valued in many contexts in Korea, from academic writing to business communication. Using '불분명하다' can sometimes imply a need for more directness or an improvement in explanation. It's a useful word to express when something isn't quite making sense or is visually obscured.
Pratique na vida real
Contextos reais
When something is visually unclear or blurry.
- 사진이 불분명해요. (The photo is unclear.)
- 글씨가 너무 작아서 불분명해. (The writing is too small, so it's indistinct.)
- 안개가 껴서 앞이 불분명하다. (It's foggy, so what's ahead is unclear.)
When a sound or speech is hard to distinguish.
- 목소리가 작아서 불분명하게 들려요. (The voice is small, so it sounds unclear.)
- 발음이 불분명해서 이해하기 어려워요. (The pronunciation is indistinct, so it's hard to understand.)
- 잡음 때문에 음악이 불분명하게 들려. (Because of static, the music sounds unclear.)
When instructions or explanations are not easy to understand.
- 설명이 불분명해서 무슨 말인지 모르겠어요. (The explanation is unclear, so I don't know what it means.)
- 지시가 불분명해서 어떻게 해야 할지 모르겠어. (The instructions are unclear, so I don't know what to do.)
- 계획이 불분명해서 다시 생각해봐야겠어. (The plan is unclear, so I need to rethink it.)
When emotions or feelings are vague or undefined.
- 기분이 불분명해서 뭐라고 말해야 할지 모르겠어요. (My feelings are unclear, so I don't know what to say.)
- 그의 감정이 불분명해서 이해하기 어려워. (His emotions are indistinct, so it's hard to understand.)
- 미래에 대한 기대가 불분명해. (My expectations for the future are unclear.)
When facts or evidence are not clear or conclusive.
- 증거가 불분명해서 결론을 내리기 어려워요. (The evidence is unclear, so it's hard to draw a conclusion.)
- 사실 관계가 불분명해서 조사가 더 필요해요. (The facts are unclear, so more investigation is needed.)
- 이유가 불분명해서 납득하기 어렵다. (The reason is unclear, so it's hard to accept.)
Iniciadores de conversa
"무엇이 당신에게 불분명하게 느껴지나요?"
"가장 최근에 불분명하다고 생각했던 것은 무엇인가요?"
"무엇이 불분명할 때, 어떻게 해결하려고 노력하시나요?"
"사람의 감정이 불분명할 때, 어떻게 반응하시나요?"
"불분명한 지시를 받았을 때의 경험에 대해 이야기해주세요."
Temas para diário
최근에 시각적으로 불분명했던 경험을 떠올려보고, 그 상황을 묘사해보세요.
어떤 소리가 불분명하게 들렸던 경험이 있다면, 언제였고 그 소리가 무엇이었는지 적어보세요.
이해하기 불분명했던 설명이나 지시 때문에 어려움을 겪었던 때를 기록하고, 어떻게 대처했는지 써보세요.
자신의 감정이나 미래에 대한 생각이 불분명하다고 느꼈던 순간에 대해 일기를 써보세요.
불분명한 정보로 인해 중요한 결정을 내리기 어려웠던 경험을 회상하고, 당시의 감정을 표현해보세요.
Perguntas frequentes
10 perguntasYou can use '불분명하다' to describe something that isn't clear or distinct. For example, you can say '그의 설명이 불분명했어요' (His explanation was unclear).
'불분명하다' is a neutral adjective and can be used in both formal and informal contexts. The politeness level depends on the ending you attach to it (e.g., 불분명합니다 for formal, 불분명해요 for polite informal).
Both mean 'unclear' or 'vague'. '불분명하다' (不分明) often implies a lack of clarity in vision, sound, or understanding due to poor definition. '모호하다' (模糊) tends to emphasize ambiguity or a lack of precision, making something hard to interpret or define. They are often interchangeable in many contexts, but '불분명하다' might be more about literal clarity.
It's less common to describe a person directly as '불분명하다' in terms of their character, unless you mean their intentions or statements are unclear. For example, '그의 의도가 불분명하다' (His intentions are unclear).
The opposite is '분명하다' (분명하다), which means 'clear,' 'obvious,' or 'distinct'.
No, it can apply to anything that isn't clear or distinct, including sounds, explanations, thoughts, or plans. For example, '목소리가 불분명하게 들렸어요' (The voice was heard indistinctly).
You can make it an adverb by changing it to '불분명하게'. For example, '그는 불분명하게 말했다' (He spoke unclearly).
Yes, absolutely! It's a perfect word for that. You can say '사진이 불분명해요' (The photo is blurry/unclear).
Yes, it's a moderately common word, especially when discussing communication, images, or plans that lack clarity. You'll hear it often.
In polite informal speech, it becomes '불분명했어요'. For example, '그 메시지가 불분명했어요' (That message was unclear).
Teste-se 72 perguntas
Listen and understand 'hello'.
Listen and understand 'thank you'.
Listen and understand 'Yes, that's right.'
Read this aloud:
안녕하세요
Focus: 안녕 (annyeong), 하세요 (haseyo)
Você disse:
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Read this aloud:
괜찮아요
Focus: 괜 (gwaen), 찮 (chan), 아요 (ayo)
Você disse:
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Read this aloud:
미안합니다
Focus: 미안 (mian), 합니다 (hamnida)
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This sentence means 'I eat food.' The basic Korean sentence structure is Subject-Object-Verb.
This sentence means 'This is a book.' '이것은' means 'this is', and '책이다' means 'a book is'.
This sentence means 'He is a student.' '그는' means 'he is', and '학생이다' means 'a student is'.
Choose the sentence where '불분명하다' is used correctly.
'불분명하다' means not clear or distinct. An unclear answer makes it difficult to understand.
Which word is the closest in meaning to '불분명하다'?
'불분명하다' means unclear, and '애매하다' also means ambiguous or vague, which are very similar in meaning.
In which situation would you most likely use '불분명하다'?
'불분명하다' is used when something is not clearly understood, such as unclear instructions.
이 그림은 너무 불분명해서 잘 보여요. (This picture is too unclear, so I can see it well.)
If a picture is unclear ('불분명하다'), you would not be able to see it well. This statement contradicts the meaning of '불분명하다'.
제 미래 계획은 아직 불분명해요. (My future plans are still unclear.)
It's common for future plans to be unclear or not yet decided. This statement uses '불분명하다' correctly.
새로운 규칙이 불분명해서 모두가 이해했어요. (The new rules were unclear, so everyone understood them.)
If rules are unclear ('불분명하다'), it would be difficult for everyone to understand them. This statement is contradictory.
You are talking to a friend about a movie you just watched. Describe how one part of the movie was unclear or confusing using '불분명하다'.
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그 영화의 마지막 부분이 좀 불분명했어요. (The last part of that movie was a bit unclear.)
Write a short sentence about a sign that is not clearly visible. Use '불분명하다'.
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저 표지판이 너무 작아서 불분명해요. (That sign is too small, so it's unclear.)
You are explaining to someone that you didn't understand something they said because it was unclear. Use '불분명하다' in your explanation.
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당신의 말이 좀 불분명해서 이해하기 어려웠어요. (Your words were a bit unclear, so it was hard to understand.)
발표의 어떤 점이 문제였습니까?
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저는 어제 회의에서 발표를 들었는데, 중요한 부분이 불분명했어요. 그래서 다시 질문을 해야 했어요. (Yesterday I listened to a presentation at a meeting, but an important part was unclear. So I had to ask a question again.)
발표의 어떤 점이 문제였습니까?
지문에 '중요한 부분이 불분명했어요'라고 명시되어 있습니다. (The passage states 'an important part was unclear.')
지문에 '중요한 부분이 불분명했어요'라고 명시되어 있습니다. (The passage states 'an important part was unclear.')
왜 산에 오르지 않는 것이 좋다고 말했습니까?
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날씨가 흐려서 산 정상의 모습이 불분명해요. 오늘은 산에 오르지 않는 것이 좋겠어요. (The weather is cloudy, so the view of the mountain peak is unclear. It would be better not to climb the mountain today.)
왜 산에 오르지 않는 것이 좋다고 말했습니까?
지문에 '산 정상의 모습이 불분명해요'라고 되어 있습니다. (The passage says 'the view of the mountain peak is unclear.')
지문에 '산 정상의 모습이 불분명해요'라고 되어 있습니다. (The passage says 'the view of the mountain peak is unclear.')
친구가 그림에 대해 뭐라고 말했습니까?
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저는 그림을 그렸는데, 친구가 제 그림이 조금 불분명하다고 말했어요. 그래서 다시 그려야 할 것 같아요. (I drew a picture, but my friend said my drawing was a little unclear. So I think I have to draw it again.)
친구가 그림에 대해 뭐라고 말했습니까?
지문에 '친구가 제 그림이 조금 불분명하다고 말했어요'라고 명시되어 있습니다. (The passage states 'my friend said my drawing was a little unclear.')
지문에 '친구가 제 그림이 조금 불분명하다고 말했어요'라고 명시되어 있습니다. (The passage states 'my friend said my drawing was a little unclear.')
다음 중 '불분명하다'와 가장 반대되는 의미를 가진 단어는 무엇입니까?
'불분명하다'는 '분명하지 않다'는 뜻이므로, 그 반대는 '명확하다'입니다.
다음 문장 중 '불분명하다'를 가장 적절하게 사용한 것은 무엇입니까?
'불분명하다'는 주로 주장이 명확하지 않거나 이해하기 어려울 때 사용됩니다.
다음 문장에서 밑줄 친 부분과 바꿔 쓸 수 있는 단어는 무엇입니까? 그는 자신의 의견을 _불분명하게_ 말했다.
'불분명하다'와 '모호하다'는 모두 '뚜렷하지 않거나 확실하지 않다'는 의미를 가지고 있습니다.
'불분명하다'는 주로 시각적인 정보가 흐릿할 때 사용된다.
'불분명하다'는 시각적인 정보뿐만 아니라, 주장, 내용, 의미 등이 명확하지 않을 때도 사용됩니다.
누군가의 말이 이해하기 어려울 때 '그 사람의 말이 불분명하다'라고 말할 수 있다.
'불분명하다'는 '분명하지 않게 이해되다'라는 의미도 포함합니다.
계획이 확실하고 잘 정돈되어 있을 때 '계획이 불분명하다'고 표현하는 것이 적절하다.
계획이 확실하고 잘 정돈되어 있다면 '계획이 명확하다'고 표현하는 것이 적절합니다. '불분명하다'는 반대의 의미입니다.
He spoke unclearly, so it was hard to understand.
The picture was too blurry to recognize the face.
His plans for the future are still unclear.
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목소리가 불분명해서 다시 말씀해 주시겠어요?
Focus: 불분명해서 (bul-bun-myeong-hae-seo)
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저는 불분명한 지시를 싫어해요.
Focus: 불분명한 (bul-bun-myeong-han)
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그 사건의 원인은 여전히 불분명합니다.
Focus: 불분명합니다 (bul-bun-myeong-ham-ni-da)
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Imagine you're trying to describe a blurry photo to a friend. Write a sentence in Korean using '불분명하다' to explain why the photo is not good.
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이 사진은 너무 불분명해서 보기가 좋지 않아요.
You are reading a report, but some information is unclear. Write a short sentence in Korean asking for clarification, using '불분명하다'.
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이 정보가 좀 불분명한데, 다시 설명해 주시겠어요?
Describe a dream you had that was hazy or difficult to remember clearly. Write a Korean sentence using '불분명하다' to convey this feeling.
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어젯밤 꿈이 너무 불분명해서 기억이 잘 안 나요.
What is the main problem described in the passage?
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안개가 너무 많이 껴서 앞이 잘 보이지 않습니다. 표지판의 글자도 불분명하게 보여서 어디로 가야 할지 모르겠습니다.
What is the main problem described in the passage?
The passage states that the fog makes it hard to see and the letters on the sign are '불분명하게' (unclearly) visible, meaning the signs are unclear.
The passage states that the fog makes it hard to see and the letters on the sign are '불분명하게' (unclearly) visible, meaning the signs are unclear.
Why was it difficult to understand the presentation?
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회의 중에 발표자의 목소리가 너무 작고 발음도 불분명해서 내용을 이해하기 어려웠습니다. 중요한 부분인데 아쉽네요.
Why was it difficult to understand the presentation?
The passage explicitly states that '발표자의 목소리가 너무 작고 발음도 불분명해서' (the presenter's voice was too quiet and pronunciation was unclear), which made it hard to understand.
The passage explicitly states that '발표자의 목소리가 너무 작고 발음도 불분명해서' (the presenter's voice was too quiet and pronunciation was unclear), which made it hard to understand.
What is true about the old painting?
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오래된 그림이라 색깔이 바래고 형태도 불분명합니다. 하지만 역사적인 가치는 충분히 있습니다.
What is true about the old painting?
The passage says '색깔이 바래고 형태도 불분명합니다' (colors are faded and form is unclear) but also '역사적인 가치는 충분히 있습니다' (it has sufficient historical value).
The passage says '색깔이 바래고 형태도 불분명합니다' (colors are faded and form is unclear) but also '역사적인 가치는 충분히 있습니다' (it has sufficient historical value).
This sentence means 'He/She answered in an unclear voice.' The adjective '불분명한' modifies '목소리로'.
This sentence means 'The content was too unclear, so it was difficult to understand.' '불분명해서' is the cause for '이해하기 어려웠다'.
This sentence means 'There are still many unclear parts in that plan.' '불분명한' describes '부분이'.
The explanation was difficult to understand.
The screen was blurry.
Her attitude was unclear.
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그 정책의 목표가 불분명하다고 생각합니다.
Focus: 불분명하다 (bul-bun-myeong-ha-da)
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저는 미래에 대한 계획이 아직 불분명해요.
Focus: 불분명해요 (bul-bun-myeong-hae-yo)
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이 문제에 대한 해결책은 여전히 불분명합니다.
Focus: 불분명합니다 (bul-bun-myeong-ham-ni-da)
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This sentence means 'His explanation is still unclear.' The order follows a typical Korean sentence structure of Subject-Object-Verb, with adverbs placed before the verb.
This sentence means 'I'm worried because the future plan is too unclear.' The adverb '너무' (too much) precedes '불분명해서' (because it's unclear), and the reason comes before the consequence.
This sentence means 'Because of the heavy fog, the front was seen unclearly.' '심해서' (because it's heavy) is a reason, and '불분명하게' (unclearly) modifies the verb '보였다' (was seen).
그의 말은 너무 모호해서 정확히 무슨 뜻인지 ____.
문맥상 '모호해서 정확히 무슨 뜻인지 알 수 없다'는 의미가 자연스럽기 때문에 '불분명하다'가 적절합니다. '확실하다', '명백하다', '분명하다'는 모두 반대되는 의미를 가집니다.
안개가 너무 짙어서 앞이 ____. 운전에 조심해야 한다.
안개가 짙다는 상황에서 앞이 잘 보이지 않는다는 의미를 나타내야 하므로 '불분명하다'가 맞습니다. '확실하다', '뚜렷하다', '선명하다'는 모두 반대 의미입니다.
오래된 사진이라 얼굴이 ____. 누구인지 알아보기 어렵다.
오래된 사진이라 얼굴을 알아보기 어렵다는 문맥에서 얼굴이 '불분명하다'는 표현이 가장 적절합니다. '선명하다', '뚜렷하다', '명확하다'는 잘 보인다는 의미입니다.
그 사건의 진상은 아직도 ____. 여러 가지 추측만 난무하다.
사건의 진상이 아직 밝혀지지 않고 추측만 많다는 문맥에서 진상이 '불분명하다'는 것이 가장 자연스럽습니다. '명확하다', '확실하다', '뚜렷하다'는 반대 의미입니다.
그 교수의 설명은 너무 추상적이어서 도대체 요점이 ____.
교수의 설명이 추상적이어서 요점을 이해하기 어렵다는 의미이므로 요점이 '불분명하다'가 적절합니다. 다른 선택지들은 반대 의미를 가집니다.
어두운 밤하늘에 별들이 ____ 보였다가 사라졌다.
별들이 어두운 밤하늘에서 흐릿하게 보였다가 사라지는 상황을 묘사하므로 '불분명하게'가 가장 적절합니다. 다른 부사들은 명확하게 보인다는 의미입니다.
Imagine you're trying to describe a complex dream you had. Write a short paragraph (3-4 sentences) in Korean, using '불분명하다' to describe parts of your dream that were unclear or hazy. Focus on expressing the vagueness of the dream elements.
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Sample answer
어젯밤 꿈은 정말 이상했어요. 여러 장면들이 서로 연결되지 않고 불분명하게 나타났어요. 특히 사람들의 얼굴이 흐릿해서 누가 누구인지 전혀 알 수 없었죠. 전체적인 내용은 희미해서 아직도 잘 모르겠어요.
You are a detective investigating a case. A witness gives a very vague description of a suspect. Write a short report (3-4 sentences) in Korean for your superior, using '불분명하다' to convey the lack of clear details about the suspect.
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목격자의 진술에 따르면 용의자의 인상착의는 매우 불분명합니다. 키나 체격에 대한 정보도 애매하고, 얼굴 특징도 흐릿하다고 합니다. 현재로서는 용의자의 신원을 특정하기가 불분명한 상황입니다. 추가 조사가 필요합니다.
Write a short email (3-4 sentences) in Korean to a colleague about a project deadline that is still '불분명하다'. Explain why it's unclear and what the next steps are to clarify it.
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Sample answer
안녕하세요, [동료 이름]님. 우리 프로젝트 마감일이 아직 불분명해서 연락드렸습니다. 담당 부서에서 정확한 일정을 확정하지 않은 것 같습니다. 다음 주 초에 다시 한번 확인해보고 알려드리겠습니다. 그때까지는 계획을 세우기가 어렵겠네요.
위 글에서 '불분명한 상황'이 야기하는 주된 문제점은 무엇인가요?
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최근 발표된 경제 지표는 미래 경제 상황에 대한 예측을 더욱 불분명하게 만들고 있다. 전문가들조차 현재의 복잡한 시장 상황과 국제 정세로 인해 앞으로의 전망이 매우 흐릿하다고 진단하고 있다. 이러한 불분명한 상황은 투자자들에게 큰 불확실성을 안겨주고 있으며, 많은 기업들이 신규 투자를 망설이게 하는 주요 원인이 되고 있다.
위 글에서 '불분명한 상황'이 야기하는 주된 문제점은 무엇인가요?
지문에서 '이러한 불분명한 상황은 투자자들에게 큰 불확실성을 안겨주고 있으며, 많은 기업들이 신규 투자를 망설이게 하는 주요 원인이 되고 있다.'라고 언급되어 있습니다.
지문에서 '이러한 불분명한 상황은 투자자들에게 큰 불확실성을 안겨주고 있으며, 많은 기업들이 신규 투자를 망설이게 하는 주요 원인이 되고 있다.'라고 언급되어 있습니다.
작가가 그림 속 인물의 표정을 '불분명하게' 표현한 의도는 무엇인가요?
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그림 속 인물의 표정은 너무나 불분명하여 보는 이로 하여금 다양한 해석을 가능하게 했다. 어떤 사람은 슬픔을 보았고, 다른 사람은 희망을 느꼈다고 했다. 작가는 의도적으로 인물의 감정을 모호하게 표현하여 관람객 각자가 자신만의 감정을 투영하도록 유도한 것으로 보인다. 이는 예술 작품의 깊이를 더하는 요소가 되었다.
작가가 그림 속 인물의 표정을 '불분명하게' 표현한 의도는 무엇인가요?
지문에서 '작가는 의도적으로 인물의 감정을 모호하게 표현하여 관람객 각자가 자신만의 감정을 투영하도록 유도한 것으로 보인다.'라고 설명하고 있습니다.
지문에서 '작가는 의도적으로 인물의 감정을 모호하게 표현하여 관람객 각자가 자신만의 감정을 투영하도록 유도한 것으로 보인다.'라고 설명하고 있습니다.
시민들이 새로운 법안에 대해 불평하는 주된 이유는 무엇인가요?
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오랜 시간 동안 논의되었던 새로운 법안의 내용이 아직도 불분명하다는 비판이 제기되고 있다. 핵심 쟁점에 대한 각 당의 입장이 명확하게 정리되지 않았고, 조항들의 해석도 제각각이다. 이로 인해 시민들은 어떤 변화가 있을지 예측하기 어렵다고 불평하고 있으며, 법안의 실효성에 대한 의문도 커지고 있다.
시민들이 새로운 법안에 대해 불평하는 주된 이유는 무엇인가요?
지문에서 '새로운 법안의 내용이 아직도 불분명하다는 비판이 제기되고 있다. ... 이로 인해 시민들은 어떤 변화가 있을지 예측하기 어렵다고 불평하고 있으며...'라고 언급하고 있습니다.
지문에서 '새로운 법안의 내용이 아직도 불분명하다는 비판이 제기되고 있다. ... 이로 인해 시민들은 어떤 변화가 있을지 예측하기 어렵다고 불평하고 있으며...'라고 언급하고 있습니다.
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Learn the Base Verb
Start by understanding the base form, which is 분별하다 (bunbyeolhada), meaning to distinguish or to discern.
Negative Prefix '불-'
The prefix '불-' (bul-) means not or non-. When added to 분별하다, it creates 불분별하다 (bulbunbyeolhada), meaning indistinguishable.
Understanding -하다
Many Korean adjectives and verbs end with -하다 (hada), meaning to do. So 불분명하다 literally means to be not clear or to be indistinguishable.
Context is Key
불분명하다 can apply to both visual and conceptual things. Think about whether something is unclear to see or unclear to understand.
Exemplo
그의 설명은 여전히 불분명하다.
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