찬성하다
To agree with a sentiment, opinion, or person. Key for 'Agree/Disagree' essay prompts in IELTS.
Examples
3 of 5대다수의 시민들이 새로운 법안에 찬성했다.
A majority of citizens agreed with the new bill.
부모님은 내 유학 계획에 찬성하셨어.
My parents agreed with my plan to study abroad.
이사진은 합병 계획에 찬성하는 입장입니다.
The board of directors is in a position of favoring the merger plan.
Word Family
Memory Tip
Chan-seong: 'Chan' sounds like 'Chance'. Give the idea a 'chance' by agreeing.
Quick Quiz
나는 동물 실험을 금지해야 한다는 의견에 ( ) 한다.
Correct!
The correct answer is: 찬성
Examples
대다수의 시민들이 새로운 법안에 찬성했다.
formalA majority of citizens agreed with the new bill.
부모님은 내 유학 계획에 찬성하셨어.
informalMy parents agreed with my plan to study abroad.
이사진은 합병 계획에 찬성하는 입장입니다.
businessThe board of directors is in a position of favoring the merger plan.
일부 학자들은 이 가설에 찬성하지 않는다.
academicSome scholars do not agree with this hypothesis.
너도 내 의견에 찬성하니?
everydayDo you also agree with my opinion?
Word Family
Common Collocations
Common Phrases
찬반 토론
pros and cons debate
찬성하는 쪽
the side in favor
찬성표
yes-vote
Often Confused With
Usage Notes
Use '찬성하다' when you are taking a side in a debate or choosing between options.
Common Mistakes
Remember to use the particle '~에' (to/with) for the thing you agree with.
Memory Tip
Chan-seong: 'Chan' sounds like 'Chance'. Give the idea a 'chance' by agreeing.
Word Origin
From Hanja 贊 (to praise/support) and 成 (to accomplish).
Grammar Patterns
Quick Quiz
나는 동물 실험을 금지해야 한다는 의견에 ( ) 한다.
Correct!
The correct answer is: 찬성
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