행위
그는 불법적인 행위를 저질렀다.
He committed an illegal act.
An action or behavior performed by a person or entity.
그 행위는 법적으로 금지되어 있다.
That act is legally prohibited.
Can refer to both physical actions and abstract behaviors.
In law, a specific action that may have legal consequences.
이 행위는 형사처벌의 대상이 될 수 있다.
This act may be subject to criminal penalties.
Often used in legal contexts to describe actions with legal implications.
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Pro Tip
Legal Context
In legal contexts, '행위' often refers to actions that have legal implications, such as crimes or contractual obligations.
Word Origin
Derived from the Sino-Korean word '行爲' (haengwi), combining '행' (haeng, meaning 'to go' or 'action') and '위' (wi, meaning 'behavior' or 'conduct').
Usage Notes
Often used in formal or legal contexts to describe actions with significant consequences. In everyday speech, '행동' (action) is more commonly used.