연락하다 vs 문의하다
Korean word comparison
Listen to 연락하다
Listen to 문의하다
| 연락하다 | 문의하다 |
|---|---|
/yeon-RAK-ha-da/ verb | /mun-ui-hada/ verb |
| to contact; to get in touch with someone (by phone, message, email, etc.) | to inquire; to contact someone to ask for information or clarification |
How they differ
문의하다 carries the specific purpose of asking questions or requesting information, whereas 연락하다 is a general term for getting in touch and does not imply inquiry or a specific purpose.
When to use each
When to use 연락하다: Prefer 연락하다 when the purpose of contact is not specifically to ask for information or make an inquiry.
When to use 문의하다: Prefer 문의하다 when the contact is specifically to ask questions, request information, or submit an inquiry.
Side-by-side examples
- 제품 관련해서 궁금한 점이 있으면 회사로 연락해 주세요.
(If you have questions about the product, please contact the company.) - 제품 관련 문의는 고객센터로 해 주세요.
(Please direct product-related inquiries to customer service.)
Register & nuance: 문의하다 is commonly used in formal or written contexts (customer service, forms, notices) and sounds more official than casual 연락하다.