회의 vs 모임
Korean word comparison
Listen to 회의
Listen to 모임
| 회의 | 모임 |
|---|---|
HWE-ui noun | mo-im noun |
| a meeting where people discuss work or plans | a gathering or meetup of people |
How they differ
회의 is specifically a work-related or plan-discussing meeting, while 모임 is broader and can mean any gathering of people. 모임 does not by itself suggest formal discussion or decision-making.
When to use each
When to use 회의: Use 회의 when people gather to discuss business, plans, or official matters.
When to use 모임: Use 모임 when you mean a social, informal, or general gathering rather than a formal discussion meeting.
Side-by-side examples
- 오늘 오후에 팀 회의가 있습니다.
(There is a team meeting this afternoon.) - 오늘 저녁에 친구 모임이 있습니다.
(I have a friends' gathering this evening.)
Register & nuance: 모임 is more general and neutral, while 회의 is more specific and often more formal.