확인 vs 인정
Korean word comparison
Listen to 확인
Listen to 인정
| 확인 | 인정 |
|---|---|
hwak-IN noun | in-jeong noun |
| checking or confirming that something is true, correct, or received | acknowledgment or acceptance that something is true, valid, or real |
How they differ
인정 is different from 확인 because it implies accepting or admitting the truth of something, sometimes after resistance or doubt. 확인 is neutral and objective, meaning only that you verified something, not that you accept it emotionally or legally.
When to use each
When to use 확인: Use 확인 when you are simply verifying a fact or checking whether something is correct.
When to use 인정: Use 인정 when someone admits a fact, accepts a claim, or acknowledges a person’s ability or status.
Side-by-side examples
- 사실 관계를 확인했습니다.
(I confirmed the facts.) - 그는 자신의 실수를 인정했다.
(He admitted his mistake.)
Register & nuance: 인정 is common in both everyday and formal speech, but it often carries a stronger personal or legal sense than 확인.