Korean word

설명

Pronunciation

Romanizationseolmyeong

Meaning

  • nounexplanation

Example

제가 설명을 간단히 하겠습니다.che ga seol myeong eul kan dan hi ha get sseum ni da

I will give a brief explanation.

Illustration for 설명 (explanation)

More examples

더 자세한 설명이 필요합니다.teo cha se han seol myeong i pi ryo ham ni da

A more detailed explanation is needed.

Core concept

Clear words or writing that make information understandable to someone else.

Common phrases

  • 설명 부탁드립니다seol myeong pu tak tteu rim ni da

    an explanation, please

  • 간단한 설명kan dan han seol myeong

    brief explanation

  • 자세한 설명cha se han seol myeong

    detailed explanation

Similar words

설명서seolmyeongseo: A booklet or document that gives steps for using something and lists important safety points.
안내annae: Information that helps people find a place, follow a process, or use a service.
해설haeseol: A detailed account that explains a subject's meaning and background.

Definition in Korean

어떤 내용이나 상황을 다른 사람에게 이해되도록 말이나 글로 풀어 밝히는 일.eo tteon nae yong i na sang hwang eul ta reun sa ra me ge i hae doe do rok ma ri na keul lo pu reo pal ki neun il

Word origin

The word is a Sino-Korean compound whose historical parts connect speaking with making something clear.

Usage tips

  • Korean can use this noun with a verb when English uses the verb explain.

Related words

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