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무시
mu-si
to ignore
그는 내 말을 무시하고 나갔어요.
He ignored what I said and left.
informal
To intentionally disregard or pay no attention to someone or something.
그들은 우리의 경고를 무시하고 계속 진행했습니다.
They ignored our warning and continued.
무시당하는 느낌은 정말 불쾌해요.
Feeling ignored is really unpleasant.
Commonly used in both formal and informal contexts, but can sound harsh if used toward people.
Related Phrases
Pro Tip
Politeness in Formal Contexts
In formal or professional settings, use '간과하다' (to overlook) instead of '무시하다' to avoid sounding dismissive or rude.
Gold Rule
Usage in Social Contexts
Using '무시하다' toward people can be perceived as harsh. Use with caution in interpersonal communication.
Word Origin
Derived from the root '무' (not) + '시' (to look), literally meaning 'not to look' or 'not to see'.
Usage Notes
Can be used both as a verb and as a noun (무시) depending on context. In formal settings, it's better to use '간과하다' (to overlook) instead of '무시하다' to avoid sounding rude.
Word Breakdown
무
not
prefix시
to look
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