대치하다
To replace or substitute one thing with another, or to stand in opposition to each other.
Examples
3 of 5버터를 식용유로 대치할 수 있어.
You can substitute butter with cooking oil.
양측 군대가 국경에서 대치하고 있습니다.
The two armies are facing off at the border.
이 단어를 다른 걸로 대치해 봐.
Try replacing this word with something else.
Word Family
Memory Tip
Dae-chi sounds like 'Dae' (Big) + 'Change'. A big change or substitution.
Quick Quiz
수동 작업을 자동화 프로그램으로 ___함으로써 효율성을 높였다.
Correct!
The correct answer is: 대치
Examples
버터를 식용유로 대치할 수 있어.
everydayYou can substitute butter with cooking oil.
양측 군대가 국경에서 대치하고 있습니다.
formalThe two armies are facing off at the border.
이 단어를 다른 걸로 대치해 봐.
informalTry replacing this word with something else.
수학에서 변수를 상수로 대치하여 계산한다.
academicIn mathematics, calculation is done by substituting a variable with a constant.
인력 부족 문제를 자동화 시스템으로 대치할 계획입니다.
businessWe plan to replace the labor shortage problem with an automated system.
Word Family
Common Collocations
Common Phrases
대치 상황
standoff situation
대치물
substitute
Often Confused With
'대체하다' is the most common word for 'replace'; '대치하다' is more formal and can also mean 'to confront/face off'.
Usage Notes
Note the dual meaning: 'substitute' and 'face-off/confront'. Context determines which one is used.
Common Mistakes
Learners often only know the 'replace' meaning and are confused when they see it in news about military standoffs.
Memory Tip
Dae-chi sounds like 'Dae' (Big) + 'Change'. A big change or substitution.
Word Origin
Derived from Sino-Korean 代置 (replace) or 對峙 (confront).
Grammar Patterns
Cultural Context
Often used in news regarding North and South Korean military relations (standoffs).
Quick Quiz
수동 작업을 자동화 프로그램으로 ___함으로써 효율성을 높였다.
Correct!
The correct answer is: 대치
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