Korean Conversation · Level 48
15 words
Korean word
사례
Pronunciation
Romanizationsarye
Meaning
- nounexample
Example
비슷한 사례가 있나요?pi seu tan sa rye ga in na yo
Are there any similar examples?
More examples
그런 사례에서 많은 교훈을 얻었다.keu reon sa rye e seo ma neun kyo hu neul eo deot tta
We learned many lessons from such cases.
Core concept
A specific case that serves as evidence or an illustration of a wider situation.
Common phrases
유사한 사례yu sa han sa rye
similar example
사례를 모으다sa rye reul mo eu da
collect examples
사례와 비교하다sa rye wa pi gyo ha da
compare with examples
Similar words
예ye: A concrete instance represents the kind of situation being discussed.
예시yesi: An example is given to make an idea or explanation easier to understand.
보기pogi: A sample is shown as a reference for understanding or following something.
모범mobeom: A person or behavior sets an admirable standard for others to follow.
Definition in Korean
어떤 일이나 현상의 구체적인 경우나 본보기, 또는 감사의 뜻으로 주는 선물이나 보수.eo tteon i ri na hyeon sang ui ku che jeo gin kyeong u na pon bo gi tto neun kam sa ui tteu seu ro chu neun seon mu ri na po su
Word origin
The primary sense is a Sino-Korean formation whose parts mean event and example, while a separate word with the same pronunciation means a gift or payment given in thanks.
Usage tips
- Unlike a classroom example, this word often refers to a real case that illustrates a wider issue or pattern.
Other meanings
- rewardnoun
Related words
- 사례금saryegeumhonorariumnoun