English–Korean

“assumption” in Korean

Korean

Pronunciation

Romanizationcheonje

Example

그는 내 불참을 전제로 계획을 세웠다.keu neun nae pul cha meul cheon je ro kye hoe geul se wot tta

He made plans on the assumption that I would not attend.

Illustration for 전제 (assumption)

How to say “assumption” in Korean

“Assumption” in Korean is 전제 (cheonje).

A fact or condition placed first and accepted so that a plan or line of reasoning can work.

Full entry for 전제: usage tips, similar words and word origin

Example sentences with 전제

논의는 잘못된 전제를 바탕으로 진행되었다.no nui neun chal mot ttoen cheon je reul pa tang eu ro chin haeng doe eot tta

The discussion proceeded on the basis of a false assumption.

Tips for using 전제

  • In formal discussions, it marks the starting point a plan takes for granted, so it sounds more structured than casual words such as if or suppose.

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