신청하다 vs 지원하다
Korean word comparison
Listen to 신청하다
Listen to 지원하다
| 신청하다 | 지원하다 |
|---|---|
SIN-chung-ha-da verb | jiwon-hada verb |
| to apply for something or to submit a request for participation, service, or permission | to apply for; to offer oneself for a position or opportunity |
How they differ
지원하다 is broader than 신청하다. It is commonly used for applying to jobs, schools, scholarships, or contests, while 신청하다 is more often used for requesting a service, course, membership, or participation in something organized.
When to use each
When to use 신청하다: Use 신청하다 when you are making a direct request for a service, program, seat, or permission.
When to use 지원하다: Use 지원하다 when you are applying to compete for a position, program, or opportunity, especially in formal selection contexts.
Side-by-side examples
- 온라인 강좌를 신청하다.
(To apply for an online course.) - 대학에 지원하다.
(To apply to a university.)
Register & nuance: 지원하다 is neutral to formal and is especially common in education and hiring contexts.