연대하다
To act in solidarity or to form an alliance for a common goal or shared interest. It implies a sense of mutual support and unity between groups or individuals.
Examples
3 of 5우리는 이웃들과 연대해서 동네를 지켜야 해.
We must act in solidarity with our neighbors to protect the neighborhood.
노동조합은 다른 기업의 지부들과 연대하여 파업을 진행했다.
The labor union proceeded with a strike in solidarity with branches of other companies.
사회적 약자와 연대하는 것은 민주 사회의 기본 가치이다.
Solidarity with the socially underprivileged is a basic value of a democratic society.
Word Family
Memory Tip
Yeon-dae: Think of Yonsei University (Yeon-dae) students acting in solidarity.
Quick Quiz
글로벌 문제를 해결하기 위해서는 국가들이 긴밀히 ( ) 한다.
Correct!
The correct answer is: 연대해야
Examples
우리는 이웃들과 연대해서 동네를 지켜야 해.
informalWe must act in solidarity with our neighbors to protect the neighborhood.
노동조합은 다른 기업의 지부들과 연대하여 파업을 진행했다.
businessThe labor union proceeded with a strike in solidarity with branches of other companies.
사회적 약자와 연대하는 것은 민주 사회의 기본 가치이다.
academicSolidarity with the socially underprivileged is a basic value of a democratic society.
여러 시민 단체가 정부의 정책에 반대하며 연대하였다.
formalSeveral civic groups formed an alliance in opposition to the government's policy.
어려운 시기일수록 서로 연대하는 마음이 필요하다.
everydayIn difficult times, a spirit of solidarity with each other is necessary.
Word Family
Common Collocations
Common Phrases
연대 의식
sense of solidarity
연대 책임
joint responsibility
연대 파업
sympathy strike/solidarity strike
Often Confused With
This homonym means 'era' or 'chronological period', whereas the target word (連帶) means solidarity.
Usage Notes
Essential for IELTS Task 2 topics regarding social movements, global cooperation, and community building.
Common Mistakes
Do not confuse with '연합하다' (to unite/merge); 연대하다 emphasizes supporting each other while maintaining separate identities.
Memory Tip
Yeon-dae: Think of Yonsei University (Yeon-dae) students acting in solidarity.
Word Origin
From Hanja 連 (connect) + 帶 (belt/zone). Connected like a belt.
Grammar Patterns
Cultural Context
Reflects the history of social movements and democratization in South Korea.
Quick Quiz
글로벌 문제를 해결하기 위해서는 국가들이 긴밀히 ( ) 한다.
Correct!
The correct answer is: 연대해야
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