Korean word

대처

Pronunciation

Romanizationtaecheo

Meaning

  • nounresponse

Example

긴급 상황에서는 침착한 대처가 필요하다.kin geup sang hwang e seo neun chim cha kan tae cheo ga pi ryo ha da

In an emergency, a calm response is needed.

Illustration for 대처 (response)

More examples

회의 중 문제 발생 시 즉각적인 대처가 필요하다.hoe ui chung mun je pal saeng si cheuk kkak jjeo gin tae cheo ga pi ryo ha da

When a problem arises during a meeting, an immediate response is needed.

Core concept

A practical way of handling a problem or crisis to restore order or limit harm.

Common phrases

  • 대처 방법tae cheo pang beop

    response method

  • 적절한 대처cheok jjeol han tae cheo

    appropriate response

  • 대처 능력tae cheo neung nyeok

    ability to respond

Similar words

대응taeeung: A deliberate way of reacting to a situation or pressure and managing its effects.
대책taechaek: A specific plan made to address a problem or stop it from recurring.
처리cheori: The process of sorting out a matter according to set steps and bringing it to an end.
해결haegyeol: The act of removing a problem and restoring a normal state.

Definition in Korean

문제나 위기 상황에서 상황을 바로잡거나 피해를 줄이기 위해 실제로 취하는 행동이나 처리 방법을 가리키는 명사mun je na wi gi sang hwang e seo sang hwang eul pa ro jap kkeo na pi hae reul chu ri gi wi hae sil je ro chwi ha neun haeng dong i na cheo ri pang beo beul ka ri ki neun myeong sa

Word origin

This Sino-Korean word combines elements meaning facing or responding to something and handling it, giving the sense of practical action toward a situation.

Usage tips

  • In English, response can sound like a reply, but this noun focuses on practical steps for managing a difficult situation.

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