Korean Conversation · Level 389
15 words
Korean word
부양
Pronunciation
Romanizationpuyang
Meaning
- nounsupport
Example
가족의 부양은 모두의 책임이다.ka jo gui pu yang eun mo du ui chae gi mi da
Providing for the family is everyone's responsibility.
More examples
그는 부모의 부양 의무를 다했다.keu neun pu mo ui pu yang ui mu reul ta haet tta
He carried out his obligation to support his parents.
Core concept
A dependent's life is kept going through steady money and care from someone responsible for them.
Common phrases
부양가족pu yang ga jok
dependent family member
부양 의무pu yang ui mu
support obligation
부양비pu yang bi
maintenance costs
Similar words
지원chiwon: Practical assistance provides money, supplies, advice, staff, or services to meet a need.
후원huwon: Donated money enables a person or organization to continue its work.
돌봄tolbom: Regular help and attention make daily life safer and easier for someone needing care.
Definition in Korean
가족이나 거동이 불편한 사람에게 생활비나 보살핌을 제공하여 생계를 유지하게 하는 행위.ka jo gi na keo dong i pul pyeon han sa ra me ge saeng hwal bi na po sal pi meul che gong ha yeo saeng gye reul yu ji ha ge ha neun haeng wi
Word origin
The Sino-Korean noun combines elements meaning support and nourish, which together describe sustaining another person's life.
Usage tips
- Unlike broad English support, this word usually concerns a dependent person's livelihood rather than encouragement or emotional backing.