예약 vs 예정
Korean word comparison
Listen to 예약
Listen to 예정
| 예약 | 예정 |
|---|---|
ye-YAK noun | ye-jeong noun |
| A reservation or booking made in advance for a service, seat, room, or appointment. | A scheduled plan or arrangement that has been set in advance. |
How they differ
"예정" is broader than "예약". It can mean a planned schedule or expected plan for events, dates, or actions, while "예약" specifically means booking a service, seat, room, or appointment in advance.
When to use each
When to use 예약: Use "예약" when you mean reserving a specific service, place, or time slot.
When to use 예정: Use "예정" when you mean a plan or schedule more generally, not necessarily a booking.
Side-by-side examples
- 호텔 예약을 했습니다.
(I made a hotel reservation.) - 회의는 내일 오후 3시로 예정되어 있습니다.
(The meeting is scheduled for 3 p.m. tomorrow.)
Register & nuance: "예정" is very common and neutral, and it is used more broadly than "예약" in formal and everyday Korean.