시합
내일 축구 시합에서 이기길 바랍니다.
I hope we win the soccer match tomorrow.
A competitive event or game, typically between two teams or individuals in sports.
그들은 매주 주말에 배드민턴 시합을 합니다.
They play badminton matches every weekend.
올림픽에서 금메달을 획득한 시합은 역사적이었다.
The match in which they won the gold medal at the Olympics was historic.
The term is commonly used in sports contexts but can also refer to any competitive event.
Related Phrases
Pro Tip
Usage in Sports
'시합' is commonly used for sports matches, but it can also refer to other competitive events.
Gold Rule
Context Matters
In formal contexts, '시합' is preferred over '경기' for official sports events.
Word Origin
Derived from the Sino-Korean word '시(試)' meaning 'test' or 'examination' and '합(合)' meaning 'to meet' or 'to gather'.
Usage Notes
While primarily used in sports contexts, '시합' can also refer to any competitive event, including academic or professional competitions.