기본 문장
gibon munjang
The English phrase "basic sentences" is translated into Korean as 기본 문장 (gibon munjang).
기본 문장 refers to simple sentences that provide the fundamental structure of a language.
What does it mean word for word?
The phrase is composed of 기본 (gibon), meaning 'basic' or 'fundamental' and 문장 (munjang), meaning 'sentence'.
How do you pronounce it?
gibon munjang
Did you know?
- In Korean, saying someone has 'no basics' (기본이 없다) is a common way to criticize their manners or social etiquette, not just their knowledge.
- The word 문장 (munjang) for 'sentence' shares the exact same Hanja characters as the word for 'coat of arms' or 'emblem'.
- Korean has several levels of politeness that change the ending of a 문장. A sentence is not considered 'basic' until you choose which social hierarchy level to use.
Examples in context
- 기본 문장을 연습하고 있어요.gibon munjangeul yeonseuphago isseoyo.I am practicing basic sentences.
- 기본 문장이 아주 중요해요.gibon munjangi aju jungyohaeyo.Basic sentences are very important.
- 기본 문장부터 시작합시다.gibon munjangbuteo sijakhapsida.Let's start from basic sentences.
Example conversation
A student asks a teacher about how to study Korean.
- 서연 Seo-yeon선생님, 어떻게 공부할까요?seonsaengnim, eotteoke gongbuhalkkayo?Teacher, how should I study?
- 지훈 Ji-hun먼저 기본 문장을 익히세요.meonjeo gibon munjangeul ikhiseyo.First, master the basic sentences.
- 서연 Seo-yeon기본 문장이 너무 어려워요.gibon munjangi neomu eoryeowoyo.The basic sentences are too difficult.
- 지훈 Ji-hun천천히 하면 괜찮아요.cheoncheonhi hamyeon gwaenchannayo.It will be fine if you go slowly.
Sources
- Word origins: Wiktionary entries 기본, 문장, CC BY-SA 4.0.
