Korean word

주의

Pronunciation

Romanizationchuui

Meaning

  • nouncare

Example

길을 건널 때 주의가 필요해요.ki reul keon neol ttae chu ui ga pi ryo hae yo

You need to take care when crossing the street.

Illustration for 주의 (care)

More examples

약을 복용할 때는 주의를 기울이세요.ya geul po gyong hal ttae neun chu ui reul ki u ri se yo

Please pay attention when taking medicine.

Core concept

Keeping the mind on a person, thing, or situation so that trouble can be avoided.

Common phrases

  • 주의를 기울이다chu ui reul ki u ri da

    pay attention

  • 주의가 필요하다chu ui ga pi ryo ha da

    require care

  • 주의를 환기시키다chu ui reul hwan gi si ki da

    call attention

Similar words

조심chosim: Acting carefully helps avoid danger in an unsafe situation.
경고kyeonggo: A warning message or sign tells people about danger, mistakes, or forbidden actions.
유의yuui: Keeping an important point in mind helps prevent it from being overlooked.

Definition in Korean

어떤 대상이나 상황에 대해 세심히 살펴서 문제나 위험을 막으려는 마음이나 행동.eo tteon tae sang i na sang hwang e tae hae se sim hi sal pyeo seo mun je na wi heo meul ma geu ryeo neun ma eu mi na haeng dong

Word origin

This Sino-Korean term combines roots for directing and the mind, linking focused attention with staying alert.

Usage tips

  • English care can suggest kindness, but this word often means careful watchfulness that helps prevent a problem.

Other meanings

  • alertnessnoun
  • attentionnoun

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