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쓸모있다

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Explicação 쓸모있다 in your Level:
At the A1 level, you can think of '쓸모있다' as a way to say 'good' or 'useful' for things you own. It comes from '쓸모' (use) and '있다' (to have). So, it means 'it has a use.' You can use it to talk about your favorite pen, a bag with many pockets, or a phone app. Remember the simple form: '쓸모있어요' (It is useful). You don't need to worry about complex grammar yet. Just use it when you want to say something is not junk and you can use it for something. For example, '이 가방은 쓸모있어요' (This bag is useful). It is a positive word. The opposite is '쓸모없다' (useless), but at A1, focus on the positive one first!
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At the A2 level, you should start using '쓸모있다' to describe nouns. Instead of just saying 'The tool is useful,' you can say 'I have a useful tool.' To do this, you use the form '쓸모있는'. For example: '쓸모있는 물건' (a useful object). You can also use it to talk about advice or tips. If a friend tells you a good way to study, you can say '그거 정말 쓸모있는 팁이네요!' (That's a really useful tip!). You are moving beyond just physical objects to simple ideas. Also, learn to conjugate it in the past tense: '쓸모있었어요' (It was useful). This is helpful when talking about things you used during a trip or a project.
At the B1 level, you can use '쓸모있다' in more varied social contexts. You might use it to discuss skills or hobbies. For instance, '컴퓨터 기술은 취업할 때 아주 쓸모있어요' (Computer skills are very useful when getting a job). You should also begin to distinguish it from '유용하다' (formal useful) and '도움이 되다' (helpful). B1 learners should be able to use '쓸모있다' in conditional sentences, like '쓸모있으면 가져가세요' (If it's useful, please take it). You can also use it with adverbs like '별로' in the negative: '별로 쓸모가 없어요' (It's not very useful). This level involves using the word to express opinions and evaluations of practical value.
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At the B2 level, you should understand the nuance of '쓸모있다' when applied to people or abstract concepts. While it's generally positive, you'll recognize that calling a person '쓸모있는 사람' focuses on their utility within a system. You can use it in complex sentence structures, such as '사회에서 쓸모있는 사람이 되기 위해 노력하고 있습니다' (I am striving to become a useful person in society). You should also be comfortable using the word in debates about environmental issues, like upcycling: '버려진 물건을 쓸모있게 만드는 것이 중요합니다' (It is important to make discarded items useful). At this stage, your usage should be fluid and contextually appropriate.
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At the C1 level, you can explore the philosophical and idiomatic applications of '쓸모있다'. You might encounter it in literature or essays discussing the 'utility of the useless' (장자의 쓸모없는 것의 쓸모). You can use it to critique social structures or educational systems that only value '쓸모있는' knowledge while ignoring the arts. Your vocabulary should include related high-level terms like '실용성' (practicality) or '효용성' (utility). You can use '쓸모있다' to discuss the ROI (Return on Investment) of certain actions in a nuanced way, blending it with formal registers when necessary, though knowing that '쓸모있다' itself retains a native Korean warmth.
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At the C2 level, you have a masterly command of '쓸모있다' and its various connotations. You can use it with perfect precision in any register, from slang to academic discourse. You understand the historical development of the word and can use it to express subtle irony or deep appreciation. You can effortlessly switch between '쓸모있다', '유용하다', '가치 있다' (to be valuable), and '기여하다' (to contribute) to convey exact shades of meaning. You might use it in a speech to describe the enduring 'usefulness' of traditional values in a modern world. Your use of the word is indistinguishable from a highly educated native speaker, reflecting both linguistic accuracy and cultural depth.
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쓸모있다 em 30 segundos

  • 쓸모있다 means 'to be useful' and is a compound of 'use' (쓸모) and 'exist' (있다). It is used for tools, advice, and skills.
  • The modifier form is '쓸모있는', and the opposite is '쓸모없다' (useless). It is very common in spoken Korean.
  • While similar to '유용하다', it is more casual and native-sounding, making it perfect for everyday household items and conversations.
  • Be careful when using it for people, as it can sound objectifying; '도움이 되다' is often a softer alternative for describing helpful people.

The Korean adjective 쓸모있다 is a compound word derived from the noun '쓸모' (use, utility, or worth) and the verb '있다' (to exist or to have). When combined, it literally translates to 'utility exists,' which we translate into English as being useful, helpful, practical, or valuable. This word is fundamental in Korean daily life because it describes the inherent value of an object, an idea, or even a person's skills in a specific context. Unlike the more formal '유용하다' (to be useful), 쓸모있다 feels more grounded and is frequently used in spoken conversation to describe everything from a multi-tool to a piece of advice that actually works.

Morphological Breakdown
쓸 (from 쓰다, to use) + 모 (shape/utility) + 있다 (to exist). It implies that something has the 'shape' or 'form' of being usable.
Nuance of Value
It suggests that an item isn't just taking up space; it serves a distinct purpose that justifies its existence.
Antonym Relation
The direct opposite is '쓸모없다' (useless), which is a very common and sometimes harsh way to describe things or situations.

In a broader sense, 쓸모있다 touches upon the concept of pragmatism. In Korean culture, being practical and resourceful is highly valued. Therefore, calling something 쓸모있다 is a genuine compliment. It means the item fulfills its role effectively. For example, if you find an old box and realize it can be used for storage, you would say it is 쓸모있다. It’s about finding the 'use' in the world around you.

이 도구는 정말 쓸모있다.

— This tool is really useful.

버리려던 물건이 생각보다 쓸모있네요.

— The item I was going to throw away is more useful than I thought.

그의 조언은 언제나 쓸모있다.

— His advice is always useful.

이 가방은 주머니가 많아서 쓸모있어요.

— This bag is useful because it has many pockets.

세상에 쓸모없는 사람은 없다.

— There is no one in the world who is useless (using the antonym for context).

Furthermore, the word can be used metaphorically. A '쓸모있는 지식' (useful knowledge) refers to information that can be applied to solve real-world problems. It emphasizes the transition from theory to practice. When you learn a new Korean word like this one, you are acquiring 쓸모있는 vocabulary because you can use it immediately in your daily life. It represents the bridge between having something and that something being beneficial.

Using 쓸모있다 correctly involves understanding its role as an adjective that functions like a verb in Korean (a descriptive verb). It is most commonly used in two ways: as a predicate at the end of a sentence to describe a subject, or as a modifier before a noun to describe a specific thing.

1. As a Predicate (Sentence Ender)

When you want to say 'Something is useful,' you place the subject first followed by the appropriate particle (이/가 or 은/는) and then conjugate 쓸모있다. Because it contains '있다', it conjugates just like the verb 'to be/to have'.

  • Polite: 이 칼은 정말 쓸모있어요. (This knife is really useful.)
  • Formal: 이 정보는 매우 쓸모있습니다. (This information is very useful.)
  • Past Tense: 그 기계는 예전에는 쓸모있었어요. (That machine was useful in the past.)

2. As a Noun Modifier

To say 'a useful [noun],' you change 쓸모있다 into its modifier form, which is 쓸모있는. This is one of the most frequent patterns you will encounter.

  • 쓸모있는 물건 (A useful object)
  • 쓸모있는 사람 (A useful/capable person)
  • 쓸모있는 기술 (A useful skill)

In daily conversation, you'll often hear it in the form of a question: '이거 쓸모있을까?' (Do you think this will be useful?). This is a common thought when shopping or cleaning the house. The future tense '쓸모있을 것이다' is used when predicting the utility of something yet to be used or purchased.

Another important aspect is its use with adverbs. You can enhance the meaning by adding words like '정말' (really), '진짜' (truly), '매우' (very), or '별로' (not really - used with the negative '쓸모없다'). For example, '정말 쓸모있는 선물이에요' (It's a really useful gift). This adds emotional weight to your appreciation of the item's practicality.

You will encounter 쓸모있다 in a variety of real-life settings in Korea. It is a versatile word that bridges the gap between casual talk and practical evaluation. Here are the most common environments where you'll hear it:

1. Shopping and Markets

When Koreans go shopping, especially at places like Daiso (a popular 1,000-won store) or traditional markets, they often evaluate items based on their utility. You might hear a customer say to their friend, '이거 싸고 쓸모있어 보여요' (This looks cheap and useful). Shopkeepers might also use it to promote their goods: '이건 집에서 아주 쓸모있을 거예요' (This will be very useful at home).

2. Home and Cleaning (Organization)

During 'bom-maji' (spring cleaning) or when decluttering, the question of whether an object is 쓸모있다 or 쓸모없다 is central. You'll hear family members debating: '이건 아직 쓸모있으니까 버리지 마' (Don't throw this away because it's still useful). It is the primary criteria for keeping or discarding possessions.

3. Workplace and Skills

In a professional context, though '유능하다' (competent) is common, 쓸모있다 is used to describe specific skills or tools. A manager might say, '엑셀을 잘하면 사무실에서 아주 쓸모있는 인재가 됩니다' (If you are good at Excel, you become a very useful talent in the office). It emphasizes the practical application of one's abilities.

4. DIY and Hobbies

In the world of 'DIY' (Do It Yourself) or 'reforming' (upcycling), 쓸모있다 is a keyword. YouTube titles often feature phrases like '버리는 페트병으로 쓸모있는 물건 만들기' (Making useful items from discarded plastic bottles). It highlights the transformation of something 'useless' into something 'useful'.

Finally, in educational settings, teachers might encourage students by saying that what they are learning today will be 쓸모있다 in the future. This helps motivate students by connecting abstract concepts to future practical benefits.

While 쓸모있다 is a relatively straightforward word, learners often make specific errors regarding its conjugation, nuance, and synonym choice. Understanding these pitfalls will help you sound more like a native speaker.

1. Conjugation Confusion

Because it ends in '있다', some learners try to conjugate it like a regular adjective (using ~ㄴ/은). However, '있다' words always use ~는 for the present noun-modifying form. Incorrect: 쓸모있은 물건. Correct: 쓸모있는 물건. This is a very common mistake for beginners who are used to adjectives like '작다' (작은) or '예쁘다' (예쁜).

2. Overusing it for People

As mentioned before, calling a person 쓸모있다 can sound a bit objectifying. If you want to say someone is helpful or kind, '도움이 되다' (to be helpful) is often safer. Use 쓸모있다 for people only when specifically referring to their skills or roles in a functional group (like a sports team or a project group). Calling a friend '너는 참 쓸모있어' might sound like you only like them because they do things for you.

3. Confusing with '유용하다'

Learners often ask the difference between 쓸모있다 and 유용하다. While they both mean 'useful,' 유용하다 (Hanja: 有用) is more formal and often refers to abstract things like time, money, or systems. 쓸모있다 is more native (pure Korean 'Sseulmo') and is preferred for physical objects and everyday life. Using '유용하다' while talking about a kitchen spatula might sound a bit too stiff.

4. Misusing the Negative Form

The opposite is 쓸모없다. Some learners try to say '안 쓸모있다' or '쓸모 안 있다'. In Korean, '있다' words almost always have a corresponding '없다' word. Always use 쓸모없다 to mean useless.

Lastly, remember that 쓸모있다 is an adjective. You cannot use it as a verb to mean 'to use'. To say 'I use this,' you must use the verb '쓰다' or '사용하다'. 쓸모있다 only describes the state of being useful.

Korean has several words that translate to 'useful' or 'helpful,' but each has a specific flavor. Knowing which one to pick will make your Korean much more precise.

유용하다 (Useful / Valuable)
A Sino-Korean word (Hanja). It's formal and often used for information, time, or resources. '유용한 정보' (useful information) is a very common phrase in news and books.
도움이 되다 (To be helpful)
Literally 'to become help.' This is the most common way to say a person, an action, or a thing was helpful. It is more versatile than '쓸모있다' because it focuses on the result of the help.
실용적이다 (To be practical)
Focuses on the 'practicality' or 'utility' in terms of design or function. Often used for clothes, furniture, or plans. '실용적인 디자인' (practical design).
유익하다 (To be beneficial / Instructive)
Used when something provides a positive benefit, especially for the mind or health. '유익한 시간' (a beneficial/well-spent time) or '유익한 강의' (an instructive lecture).

If you are talking about a physical tool, 쓸모있다 is best. If you are talking about a person's assistance, 도움이 되다 is best. If you are talking about a professional resource, 유용하다 is best. If you are talking about a lesson you learned, 유익하다 is best.

이 사전은 공부할 때 도움이 돼요.

— This dictionary is helpful when studying.

Another related word is 요긴하다, which means 'essential and useful' or 'handy.' It’s used for something that is needed urgently or is very convenient in a specific moment. For example, '비 올 때 우산은 참 요긴해요' (An umbrella is very handy when it rains). Understanding these subtle differences allows you to express exactly how something is 'useful' in any given situation.

How Formal Is It?

Nível de dificuldade

Gramática essencial

있다/없다 Adjectives

Noun Modifier ~는

Adverbial ~게

Reason ~아서/어서

Future Guess ~을 거예요

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Exemplos por nível

1

이 펜은 정말 쓸모있어요.

This pen is really useful.

Present polite form: 쓸모있어요.

2

이거 쓸모있어요?

Is this useful?

Question form of 쓸모있다.

3

제 가방은 주머니가 많아서 쓸모있어요.

My bag is useful because it has many pockets.

Reason clause (~아서) + 쓸모있어요.

4

이 책은 쓸모있어요.

This book is useful.

Basic subject-adjective structure.

5

쓸모있는 선물을 사고 싶어요.

I want to buy a useful gift.

Modifier form: 쓸모있는 + Noun.

6

이 지도는 여행할 때 쓸모있어요.

This map is useful when traveling.

Contextual usage: 여행할 때 (when traveling).

7

컴퓨터는 아주 쓸모있어요.

Computers are very useful.

Adverb '아주' (very) used for emphasis.

8

이 칼은 부엌에서 쓸모있어요.

This knife is useful in the kitchen.

Locative particle '에서' (in/at).

1

집에 쓸모있는 물건이 많아요.

There are many useful things at home.

쓸모있는 modifying '물건' (things).

2

그의 조언은 항상 쓸모있어요.

His advice is always useful.

Abstract usage: advice (조언).

3

이 어플은 한국어 공부에 쓸모있어요.

This app is useful for studying Korean.

Dative-like usage: ~에 쓸모있다 (useful for...).

4

어제 산 우산이 정말 쓸모있었어요.

The umbrella I bought yesterday was really useful.

Past tense: 쓸모있었어요.

5

쓸모있는 기술을 배우고 싶어요.

I want to learn a useful skill.

Object phrase: 쓸모있는 기술을.

6

이 상자는 나중에 쓸모있을 거예요.

This box will be useful later.

Future tense: 쓸모있을 거예요.

7

별로 쓸모있는 것 같지 않아요.

I don't think it's very useful.

Guessing form: ~는 것 같다 (seems like).

8

이 사전은 단어가 많아서 쓸모있네요.

This dictionary is useful because it has many words.

Exclamatory ending: ~네요.

1

인터넷에는 쓸모있는 정보가 넘쳐나요.

The internet is overflowing with useful information.

Using '넘쳐나다' (to overflow) with '쓸모있는 정보'.

2

이 도구는 캠핑할 때 아주 쓸모있게 쓰여요.

This tool is used very usefully when camping.

Adverbial form: 쓸모있게 (usefully).

3

버려진 가구도 잘 고치면 쓸모있어집니다.

Even discarded furniture becomes useful if fixed well.

Becoming form: ~어지다 (to become).

4

그 경험은 나중에 저에게 큰 쓸모가 있었어요.

That experience was of great use to me later.

Noun form '쓸모' used with '가 있다'.

5

쓸모있는 사람이 되기 위해 자격증을 땄어요.

I got a certification to become a useful person.

Purpose clause: ~기 위해 (in order to).

6

이 방법이 생각보다 훨씬 쓸모있더라고요.

I found this method to be much more useful than I thought.

Retrospective ending: ~더라고요.

7

어떤 상황에서도 쓸모있는 지혜를 배우세요.

Learn wisdom that is useful in any situation.

Universal context: 어떤 상황에서도.

8

쓸모없는 물건을 쓸모있게 바꾸는 것이 리폼입니다.

Transforming useless items into useful ones is 'reforming'.

Contrast between 쓸모없는 and 쓸모있게.

1

현대 사회에서는 창의적인 사고가 가장 쓸모있다.

In modern society, creative thinking is the most useful.

Plain style: ~다 (used in writing/essays).

2

그는 팀에서 아주 쓸모있는 역할을 맡고 있다.

He is playing a very useful role in the team.

Abstract 'role' (역할) as the object.

3

이 이론은 실제 현장에서는 별로 쓸모가 없다.

This theory is not very useful in the actual field.

Contrast between theory and practice.

4

우리는 쓸모있는 자원을 낭비해서는 안 됩니다.

We must not waste useful resources.

Prohibition: ~해서는 안 된다 (must not).

5

그의 발명품은 처음에는 비웃음을 샀지만 결국 쓸모있음이 증명되었다.

His invention was mocked at first, but its usefulness was eventually proven.

Noun form '쓸모있음' (usefulness).

6

외국어 능력은 글로벌 시대에 매우 쓸모있는 무기이다.

Foreign language ability is a very useful weapon in the global era.

Metaphorical usage: '무기' (weapon/tool).

7

쓸모있는 정보를 선별하는 능력이 중요해지고 있다.

The ability to select useful information is becoming important.

Progressive form: ~어지고 있다.

8

이 가전제품은 기능은 많지만 정작 쓸모있는 것은 몇 개 없다.

This appliance has many functions, but there are few that are actually useful.

Contrast using '정작' (actually/in reality).

1

장자는 '무용의 용', 즉 쓸모없는 것의 쓸모를 강조했다.

Zhuangzi emphasized the 'use of the useless,' or the usefulness of useless things.

Philosophical paradox: 쓸모없는 것의 쓸모.

2

인문학적 소양은 당장 눈에 보이는 쓸모는 없을지라도 삶의 근간이 된다.

Humanistic knowledge may not have immediate visible usefulness, but it becomes the foundation of life.

Concessive clause: ~을지라도 (even if/though).

3

자본주의 논리에 따라 모든 것을 '쓸모'의 잣대로만 평가해서는 안 된다.

We should not evaluate everything solely by the yardstick of 'utility' according to capitalist logic.

Metaphorical 'yardstick' (잣대).

4

이 기술이 상용화된다면 산업 전반에 걸쳐 매우 쓸모있게 활용될 것이다.

If this technology is commercialized, it will be utilized very usefully across the entire industry.

Hypothetical future: ~ㄴ다면 ... 활용될 것이다.

5

예술의 가치는 실용적인 쓸모에 국한되지 않는다.

The value of art is not limited to practical usefulness.

Passive/Limited form: ~에 국한되지 않는다.

6

그는 자신의 지식을 사회를 위해 쓸모있게 환원하고자 노력했다.

He tried to give back his knowledge usefully for the sake of society.

Formal intent: ~고자 노력하다.

7

데이터의 홍수 속에서 진정으로 쓸모있는 통찰을 얻기는 쉽지 않다.

In a flood of data, it is not easy to gain truly useful insights.

Gerund subject: ~기(는) 쉽지 않다.

8

쓸모있는 정책이란 국민의 삶에 실질적인 변화를 가져오는 정책이다.

A useful policy is one that brings substantial change to the lives of the people.

Definition structure: A~이란 B~이다.

1

효용성이 결여된 이론은 학문적 유희에 불과할 뿐, 실제적 쓸모는 전무하다.

A theory lacking utility is nothing more than academic play, with absolutely no practical usefulness.

Advanced vocabulary: 결여된 (lacking), 전무하다 (non-existent).

2

고전은 시대를 초월하여 언제나 우리에게 쓸모있는 가르침을 준다.

Classics transcend time and always provide us with useful teachings.

Transcendence: 시대를 초월하여.

3

그의 발언은 논의의 본질을 꿰뚫는, 지극히 쓸모있는 통찰이었다.

His remarks were an extremely useful insight that pierced through the essence of the discussion.

Descriptive precision: 본질을 꿰뚫는 (piercing the essence).

4

기술의 진보는 인간의 삶을 보다 쓸모있고 풍요롭게 만들어야 한다.

The progress of technology should make human life more useful and enriched.

Comparative '보다' (more) + '풍요롭게' (enriched).

5

버려지는 에너지를 쓸모있는 전력으로 전환하는 기술이 시급하다.

Technology that converts wasted energy into useful electric power is urgent.

Urgency: ~이 시급하다.

6

그의 비판은 아프지만, 성장을 위한 쓸모있는 밑거름이 되었다.

His criticism was painful, but it became a useful foundation for growth.

Metaphor: 밑거름 (foundation/manure for growth).

7

학문적 성과가 사회적 쓸모와 결부될 때 그 가치는 배가된다.

When academic achievements are linked with social utility, their value is doubled.

Connection: ~와 결부될 때.

8

진정한 지성인은 지식을 쌓는 데 그치지 않고 그것을 쓸모있게 실천하는 사람이다.

A true intellectual is not someone who just accumulates knowledge but someone who puts it into useful practice.

Not just X but Y: ~데 그치지 않고.

Colocações comuns

쓸모있는 물건
쓸모있는 정보
쓸모있는 기술
쓸모있는 사람
쓸모있는 조언
정말 쓸모있다
별로 쓸모없다
의외로 쓸모있다
아주 쓸모있다
쓸모있게 쓰다

Frases Comuns

이거 쓸모있어요?
쓸모있는 선물을 고르세요.
세상에 쓸모없는 것은 없다.
나중에 쓸모있을 거야.
쓸모있는 사람이 되고 싶어.
이 도구는 참 쓸모있네.
쓸모있는 정보를 공유해요.
그건 별로 쓸모가 없어.
쓸모있는 기술을 배우다.
버리기엔 너무 쓸모있어.

Frequentemente confundido com

쓸모있다 vs 유용하다

More formal, used for abstract resources like time/info.

쓸모있다 vs 도움이 되다

Focuses on the act of helping, better for people.

쓸모있다 vs 사용하다

This is a verb (to use), while '쓸모있다' is an adjective (to be useful).

Expressões idiomáticas

"쓸모없는 걱정 (Useless worry/Anxiety)"
"개똥도 약에 쓰려면 없다 (Even something common/useless is hard to find when you actually need it)"
"빛 좋은 개살구 (Looks good but is useless/low quality)"
"계륵 (Something that is not useful enough to keep but too good to throw away)"
"무용지물 (A useless thing/person)"
"말짱 도루묵 (All efforts becoming useless/returning to zero)"
"밑 빠진 독에 물 붓기 (Pouring water into a bottomless pot - a useless effort)"
"죽은 자식 나이 세기 (Counting a dead child's age - a useless action)"
"연목구어 (Climbing a tree to catch fish - a useless/impossible approach)"
"사족 (Adding a fifth leg to a snake - adding something useless/superfluous)"

Fácil de confundir

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Padrões de frases

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Como usar

Humanity

Use with caution for people to avoid sounding cold.

Objectivity

Primarily used for objects and tools.

Logical Compound

The word is a very logical combination of 'use' and 'exist'.

Erros comuns
  • Using '쓸모있은' instead of '쓸모있는'.
  • Saying '안 쓸모있다' instead of '쓸모없다'.
  • Using it as a verb 'to use' (e.g., '나는 이것을 쓸모있다' is wrong).
  • Overusing it for friends in a way that sounds transactional.
  • Confusing it with '맛있다' (delicious) because they both end in '있다'.

Dicas

Pair with '물건'

The most common pairing is '쓸모있는 물건' (useful thing). Practice this phrase first to get used to the modifier form. It's a staple in daily Korean.

The '있다' Rule

Remember that all adjectives ending in '있다' use '~는' to modify nouns. Never use '~은'. This will prevent one of the most common learner mistakes.

Frugality

Koreans value practicality. Showing that you appreciate the '쓸모' of a gift is a great way to show respect to the giver. It shows you value their thoughtfulness.

Exclamations

Use '쓸모있네!' when you discover a new use for something. The '~네' ending adds a sense of surprise and discovery. It sounds very natural.

Topic Sentences

When writing about a hobby, start with why it's '쓸모있다'. For example, '요리는 일상생활에서 아주 쓸모있는 기술입니다.' This sets a clear, practical tone.

Daiso Trips

If you are in Korea, go to Daiso and listen to people. You will hear '쓸모' or '쓸모있다' constantly as people evaluate cheap gadgets. It's the best real-world classroom.

Complimenting Skills

Compliment a colleague's skill by calling it '쓸모있는 기술'. It shows you recognize the practical value they bring to the team. It's a professional compliment.

Sseul-Mo

Associate 'Sseul' with 'Tool'. A 'Tool' is 'Sseul-mo-itda'. This phonetic link can help you recall the word faster.

Avoid '안'

Never use '안' with '있다' words. Always switch to '없다'. '쓸모없다' is the only correct way to say useless. This is a fundamental rule.

Abstract vs Concrete

Use '쓸모있다' for things you can touch. Use '유용하다' for things you can't, like '시간' (time). This distinction makes you sound like an advanced speaker.

Memorize

Origem da palavra

Native Korean

Contexto cultural

Practical gifts like toilet paper or spam are considered '쓸모있는' and are popular housewarming gifts.

Korean parents often push children to learn '쓸모있는' subjects like Math or English.

The 'Reform' culture in Korea turns '쓸모없는' trash into '쓸모있는' art.

Pratique na vida real

Contextos reais

Iniciadores de conversa

"이거 어디에 쓸모있을까요?"

"요즘 가장 쓸모있게 쓰는 물건이 뭐예요?"

"쓸모있는 한국어 표현을 알려주세요."

"이 상자 버릴까요, 아니면 쓸모가 있을까요?"

"어떤 기술이 미래에 가장 쓸모있을까요?"

Temas para diário

오늘 내가 발견한 쓸모있는 물건에 대해 써보세요.

나에게 가장 쓸모있는 조언을 해준 사람은 누구인가요?

쓸모없는 물건을 쓸모있게 바꾼 경험이 있나요?

사회에서 쓸모있는 사람이 된다는 것은 무엇을 의미할까요?

내가 가진 기술 중 가장 쓸모있는 것은 무엇인가요?

Perguntas frequentes

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Yes, but be careful. It implies functional utility. In a workplace, it's okay to say someone is a '쓸모있는 인재' (useful talent). In a friendship, it might sound like you are using them. '도움이 되는 친구' is usually better.

'쓸모있다' means it is definitely useful. '쓸 만하다' means it is 'worth using' or 'good enough to use,' implying a slightly lower level of quality or utility. Use '쓸 만하다' for something that is okay but not amazing.

It is standard Korean, neither overly formal nor slang. It's perfectly fine for daily conversation and most writing. For very formal academic papers, '유용하다' or '효용성이 있다' is preferred.

You can say '정말 쓸모있다', '매우 쓸모있다', or '아주 쓸모있다'. In casual speech, '진짜 쓸모있다' is very common.

Yes, you can use '쓸모' itself, or '쓸모있음'. For a more formal word, use '유용성' or '실용성'.

No, that is grammatically incorrect. You must use the opposite word '쓸모없어요' or say '쓸모가 없어요'.

It means 'a useful tip.' It's a very common phrase when sharing advice or life hacks.

It is an adjective (descriptive verb). It describes the state of a noun.

Not usually. For food, we use '맛있다' (delicious) or '몸에 좋다' (good for health). You might use it for an ingredient that can be used in many dishes, like '이 양념은 쓸모가 많아요'.

Use '쓸모있어서' (because it is useful) or '쓸모있으니까' (since it is useful).

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