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phrase 문구
How to say “phrase” in Korean? “문구”. Here you will learn how to pronounce “문구” correctly and in the comments below you will be able to get all sorts of advice on phrase in Korean like tips & tricks to remember it, questions, explanations and more.

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Tips to Remember:
• Notice that 문구 is made up of two syllables: “문” (like in 문학, literature) meaning “text” or “writing” and “구” (as in 구절, phrase) meaning “sentence.” Think of it as “text sentence,” which helps you remember it means “phrase.”
• To remember the alternate use referring to stationery, imagine a stationery store (문구점) where inspiring phrases are often printed on notebooks and pens.

Explanations:
• In its primary sense, 문구 means a phrase or slogan—a short, memorable expression often used in advertising or literature.
• Additionally, 문구 is used to refer to stationery items (such as pens, notebooks, and paper) when talking about stores or supplies.

Synonyms:
• For the “phrase” meaning: 문장 (munjang) or 구절 (gujeol) can sometimes be used similarly.
• For the “stationery” meaning: 문구류 (munguryu) refers collectively to stationery products.

Alternate Meanings / Slang:
• In casual conversation, 문구 may be used to refer to trendy or overused catchphrases, sometimes in a slightly ironic or humorous way.
• When discussing design or aesthetics, people might comment on the “문구” of a poster, meaning its choice of catchy wording.

Examples of Sentences:
1. 이 광고 문구는 정말 독창적이다.
 Translation: This advertisement phrase is really creative.
 Romanization: I gwanggo mun-gu-neun jeongmal dokchangjeokida.

2. 새로운 포스터에 멋진 문구를 넣었다.
 Translation: They added a cool phrase on the new poster.
 Romanization: Saeroun poseuteo-e meotjin mun-gu-reul noeotta.

3. 문구점에서 예쁜 노트와 펜을 샀다.
 Translation: I bought a pretty notebook and pen at the stationery store.
 Romanization: Mun-gu-jeom-eseo yeppeun noteu wa pen-eul satta.

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