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결혼
gyeolhon
marriage
그녀는 작년에 결혼했다.
She got married last year.
formal
The legal or formal union of two people as partners in a personal relationship.
결혼은 두 사람의 새로운 시작이다.
Marriage is a new beginning for two people.
그들은 결혼한 지 10년이 되었다.
They have been married for 10 years.
Commonly used in legal, social, and personal contexts.
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Cultural Note
In Korea, marriage is often seen as a significant life event tied to family and social status. Traditional ceremonies may include rituals like the 'pyebaek' (폐백), where the bride and groom bow to their parents.
Gold Rule
Formal vs. Informal
Use '결혼' in formal contexts (e.g., legal documents, news articles). In casual speech, '결혼하다' (to marry) is more common.
Word Origin
From Middle Korean 결ᄒᆞᆫ (kyel-hon), from Old Korean *kə́l- (to bind, tie) + hon (person, being). The compound reflects the idea of 'binding two beings together.'
Usage Notes
Used in both formal and informal contexts. In Korean culture, marriage is often associated with family and societal expectations.
Word Breakdown
결
to bind, tie
root혼
person, being
root한영사전