당면하다
To be confronted with a problem, task, or situation that requires immediate attention. It describes being in a position where one must deal with a current challenge.
Examples
3 of 5정부는 당면한 경제 위기를 극복하기 위해 노력하고 있다.
The government is working to overcome the current economic crisis.
회사가 당면한 가장 큰 과제는 신제품 개발입니다.
The biggest task facing the company is new product development.
인류는 기후 변화라는 전 지구적 위기에 당면했다.
Humanity is faced with the global crisis of climate change.
Word Family
Memory Tip
Think of 'Right Now' (당) + 'Face' (면). Facing it right now.
Quick Quiz
우리 사회가 ( )한 고령화 문제를 해결하기 위해 지혜를 모아야 한다.
Correct!
The correct answer is: 당면
Examples
정부는 당면한 경제 위기를 극복하기 위해 노력하고 있다.
formalThe government is working to overcome the current economic crisis.
회사가 당면한 가장 큰 과제는 신제품 개발입니다.
businessThe biggest task facing the company is new product development.
인류는 기후 변화라는 전 지구적 위기에 당면했다.
academicHumanity is faced with the global crisis of climate change.
내가 지금 당면한 문제는 돈이 없다는 거야.
everydayThe problem I'm facing right now is that I have no money.
당면한 일부터 먼저 처리하자.
informalLet's handle the immediate tasks first.
Word Family
Common Collocations
Common Phrases
당면 과제를 해결하다
to solve the immediate task
시급히 당면하다
to face urgently
직접 당면하다
to face directly
Often Confused With
직면하다 (face/confront) is broader, while 당면하다 (be faced with) often implies the problem is immediate and 'right in front of' you right now.
Usage Notes
Very common in formal reports and academic discussions about current affairs.
Common Mistakes
Do not confuse with '당연하다' (to be natural/obvious).
Memory Tip
Think of 'Right Now' (당) + 'Face' (면). Facing it right now.
Word Origin
From Sino-Korean 당 (present/meet) + 면 (face).
Grammar Patterns
Quick Quiz
우리 사회가 ( )한 고령화 문제를 해결하기 위해 지혜를 모아야 한다.
Correct!
The correct answer is: 당면
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