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세심하다
sesimhada
meticulous
그녀는 세심한 성격으로 모든 디테일을 신경 썼다.
She is meticulous and pays attention to every detail.
formal
Showing careful attention to small details; thorough and precise.
그는 계획이 매우 세심해서 실수가 없었다.
His plan was so meticulous that there were no mistakes.
세심한 배려가 필요한 상황이었다.
It was a situation that required careful consideration.
Often used to describe people who are attentive to details in planning, work, or care.
Pro Tip
Avoiding Confusion with Similar Words
'세심하다' emphasizes attention to small details, while '꼼꼼하다' often implies thoroughness in execution. '정확하다' means 'accurate' or 'precise,' focusing on correctness rather than detail. Use '세심하다' when describing someone who carefully considers all aspects of a situation.
Gold Rule
When to Use '세심하다'
Use '세심하다' to describe someone who is meticulous in their approach, especially in planning, care, or problem-solving. It is not typically used for physical precision (e.g., '정확한 측정' for 'precise measurement').
Word Origin
Derived from the Korean noun '세심'(細心, meaning 'minuteness' or 'attention to detail') with the adjectival suffix '-하다' (to be). The root '세'(細) means 'fine' or 'detailed,' and '심'(心) means 'mind' or 'heart,' implying careful thought.
Usage Notes
Used to describe people, actions, or plans that are thorough and pay close attention to small details. Common in professional, academic, and personal contexts where precision matters.
Word Breakdown
세
fine, detailed
root심
mind, heart
root하다
to be (adjectival suffix)
suffix한영사전