Korean word

사용되다

Pronunciation

Romanizationsayongdoeda

Meaning

  • verbbe used

Example

그 기기는 병원에서 사용됩니다.keu ki gi neun pyeong wo ne seo sa yong doem ni da

That device is used in a hospital.

Illustration for 사용되다 (be used)

More examples

이 제품은 주방에서 사용된다.i che pu meun chu bang e seo sa yong doen da

This product is used in a kitchen.

Core concept

Something is in use, while the person using it stays out of focus.

Common phrases

  • 널리 사용되다neol li sa yong doe da

    be widely used

  • 도구로 사용되다to gu ro sa yong doe da

    be used as a tool

  • 일상생활에 사용되다il sang saeng hwa re sa yong doe da

    be used in everyday life

Similar words

사용하다sayonghada: Putting a tool, method, or function to work serves a chosen purpose.
쓰이다sseuida: The thing being used is placed in focus, especially in common spoken expressions.
이용되다iyongdoeda: A product, place, or piece of information is used to meet a practical need.
활용되다hwaryongdoeda: Something available is used effectively so that it contributes to a desired result.

Definition in Korean

사람이 직접 언급하지 않아도 기계·자료·방법 등이 사용 중임을 나타내는 수동적 표현의 동사다.sa ra mi chik jjeop eon geu pa ji a na do ki gye cha ryo pang beop teung i sa yong chung i meul na ta nae neun su dong jeok pyo hyeo nui tong sa da

Word origin

It combines the Sino-Korean element meaning use with the Korean verb meaning become, creating a passive or resulting-state expression.

Usage tips

  • It fits manuals, reports, and explanations of how devices or methods function.

Opposites

  • 폐기되다pyegidoedabe disposed ofverb
  • 방치되다pangchidoedabe neglectedverb

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