명시하다
To clearly state or specify something in a document, rule, or contract so that there is no ambiguity.
Examples
3 of 5사용 설명서에 주의 사항을 명시해 주세요.
Please specify the precautions in the instruction manual.
헌법은 국민의 기본권을 명시하고 있습니다.
The Constitution clearly states the fundamental rights of the people.
거기에 내 이름 명시되어 있어?
Is my name specified there?
Word Family
Memory Tip
Myeong-si: 'Myeong' (clear) + 'Si' (show). Clearly showing/stating.
Quick Quiz
이 법은 차별 금지에 관한 내용을 구체적으로 ____ 있다.
Correct!
The correct answer is: 명시하고
Examples
사용 설명서에 주의 사항을 명시해 주세요.
everydayPlease specify the precautions in the instruction manual.
헌법은 국민의 기본권을 명시하고 있습니다.
formalThe Constitution clearly states the fundamental rights of the people.
거기에 내 이름 명시되어 있어?
informalIs my name specified there?
논문 서론에서 연구 목적을 분명히 명시해야 한다.
academicThe research purpose must be clearly stated in the introduction of the paper.
계약 기간을 명시하는 것이 중요합니다.
businessIt is important to specify the contract period.
Word Family
Common Collocations
Common Phrases
명시적 합의
explicit agreement
명시된 바와 같이
as specified
불명확한 명시
vague specification
Often Confused With
'명시하다' is to state clearly/explicitly, while '암시하다' is to hint or imply something indirectly.
Usage Notes
Frequently used in IELTS tasks involving graphs or formal letters to describe what is 'clearly shown' or 'stated'.
Common Mistakes
Learners often use '말하다' (to speak) when referring to written rules. '명시하다' is specifically for clear, often written, statements.
Memory Tip
Myeong-si: 'Myeong' (clear) + 'Si' (show). Clearly showing/stating.
Word Origin
From Hanja 明示 (clear + show).
Grammar Patterns
Quick Quiz
이 법은 차별 금지에 관한 내용을 구체적으로 ____ 있다.
Correct!
The correct answer is: 명시하고
Related Vocabulary
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B2To conflict with or violate a law, rule, or regulation. It is a formal legal term used when an action goes against established norms.
규정하다
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유예
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귀속되다
B2To be legally or naturally attributed to or belong to a certain entity, person, or group.
부과하다
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정당화
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소유
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위반하다
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위배되다
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처벌
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