시합

sihap
nounIntermediate
general

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.

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The term is commonly used in sports contexts but can also refer to any competitive event.

Collocations

시합 결과match result시합 전before the match시합 중during the match시합 후after the match

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Related Phrases

시합을 치르다phrase
to hold a match
시합에 나가는 선수phrase
player in the match

💡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.

Word Breakdown

test or examination
root
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to meet or gather
root
한영사전