신청하다 vs 청구하다
Korean word comparison
Listen to 신청하다
Listen to 청구하다
| 신청하다 | 청구하다 |
|---|---|
SIN-chung-ha-da verb | cheonggu-hada verb |
| to apply for something or to submit a request for participation, service, or permission | to claim; to demand payment or compensation |
How they differ
청구하다 is not a general synonym for 신청하다 in everyday participation contexts. It is used when formally requesting money, compensation, or a right, such as filing a claim or billing someone, rather than applying for a class or service.
When to use each
When to use 신청하다: Use 신청하다 for ordinary applications to programs, services, or permissions.
When to use 청구하다: Use 청구하다 when the request is for payment, reimbursement, or a legal/financial claim.
Side-by-side examples
- 환불을 신청하다.
(To apply for a refund.) - 보험금을 청구하다.
(To claim insurance money.)
Register & nuance: 청구하다 is formal and often appears in legal, financial, and administrative language.