설명 vs 풀이
Korean word comparison
Listen to 설명
Listen to 풀이
| 설명 | 풀이 |
|---|---|
seol-MYEONG noun | pu-li noun |
| an explanation or description that makes something clear | an explanation, interpretation, or solution |
How they differ
풀이 can mean an explanation, but it is especially common for interpreting a text, saying, symbol, dream, or solving a problem. 설명 is more general, while 풀이 often implies working through something step by step or giving a meaning-based interpretation.
When to use each
When to use 설명: Use 설명 for general explanations of processes, facts, or concepts.
When to use 풀이: Use 풀이 when you are interpreting a meaning or solving a question or problem.
Side-by-side examples
- 선생님이 실험 과정을 설명했다.
(The teacher explained the experiment process.) - 선생님이 그 시의 뜻을 풀이했다.
(The teacher interpreted the meaning of the poem.)
Register & nuance: 풀이 is common in education and problem-solving contexts, and it is more natural than 설명 in questions about meanings or solutions.