이혼
divorce그들은 5년 만에 이혼을 결정했다.
They decided to divorce after 5 years.
formal
The legal dissolution of a marriage, ending the spousal relationship.
이혼 절차는 법원에서 진행됩니다.
The divorce process is conducted in court.
In Korea, divorce can be granted by mutual agreement or through court proceedings.
Related Phrases
Pro Tip
Legal Context
In legal documents, '이혼' is often followed by '신청' (application) or '절차' (procedure).
Gold Rule
Formal vs. Informal
Use '이혼' in formal settings, while '결혼 해소' is more neutral.
Word Origin
Composed of '이' (separate) and '혼' (marriage), literally meaning 'separation of marriage.'
Usage Notes
In formal contexts, '이혼' is used for legal proceedings, while '결혼 해소' is a more neutral term.
Word Breakdown
이
separate
prefix혼
marriage
root한영사전