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대회
daehoe
competition
올해 올림픽 대회에서 금메달을 획득했습니다.
I won a gold medal at this year's Olympic competition.
general
A formal event or gathering where participants compete against each other in a specific activity or sport.
매년 가을에 열리는 음악 대회에서 많은 아티스트들이 참가합니다.
Many artists participate in the annual music competition held in autumn.
Commonly used for sports, arts, and academic competitions.
Related Phrases
Pro Tip
Formal vs. Informal Use
Use '대회' for formal or organized competitions. For informal or casual events, consider '경연' or '대항전'.
Gold Rule
Context Matters
In sports, '대회' is often used for tournaments or championships. In arts, it can refer to exhibitions or showcases.
Word Origin
Derived from the Sino-Korean word '대(大)' meaning 'big' and '회(會)' meaning 'gathering' or 'assembly'.
Usage Notes
Often used in formal contexts to describe organized competitive events. Can also refer to exhibitions or showcases in non-competitive contexts.
Word Breakdown
대
big
root회
gathering
root한영사전