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Force
fɔrs
Extremely common
800 - 900
800 - 900
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The word frequency and importance index indicates how often a word appears in a given language. The smaller the number, the more frequently the word is used. The most frequently used words typically range from about 1 to 4000. This importance index helps you focus on the most useful words during your language learning process.
힘 (him), 세력 (seryeok), 강제 (gangje), 힘 (himeul) - as in 'to force someone to do something', 군대 (gundae)
Force meanings in Korean
힘 (him)
Example:
She pushed the door with all her force.
그녀는 모든 힘을 다해 문을 밀었다.
The force of the winds was strong during the storm.
폭풍 동안 바람의 힘이 강했다.
Usage: Formal/InformalContext: Used to describe physical strength or power.
Note: This meaning often refers to physical effort or energy applied to an object.
세력 (seryeok)
Example:
The political force in the region is growing.
그 지역의 정치 세력이 커지고 있다.
Economic forces can shape society.
경제 세력은 사회를 형성할 수 있다.
Usage: FormalContext: Used in discussions about power dynamics in politics, economics, and social issues.
Note: This meaning emphasizes influence and control over others.
강제 (gangje)
Example:
They had to use force to remove the protestors.
그들은 시위자들을 제거하기 위해 강제를 사용해야 했다.
The police acted with force to control the situation.
경찰은 상황을 통제하기 위해 강제로 행동했다.
Usage: FormalContext: Often used in legal, military, or law enforcement contexts.
Note: This meaning relates to coercive actions or the use of power to achieve compliance.
힘 (himeul) - as in 'to force someone to do something'
Example:
They forced him to apologize.
그들은 그에게 사과하도록 강요했다.
She felt forced to make a decision quickly.
그녀는 빠르게 결정을 내리도록 강요받는 느낌을 받았다.
Usage: InformalContext: Used in personal interactions where someone feels pressured to act.
Note: This usage indicates pressure rather than physical strength.
군대 (gundae)
Example:
The army is a powerful force in the country.
군대는 그 나라에서 강력한 세력이다.
They sent a force to help with the disaster relief.
그들은 재난 구호를 돕기 위해 군대를 보냈다.
Usage: FormalContext: Used to refer to military forces or organized groups.
Note: This meaning stresses organized groups with authority and capability.
Force's synonyms
coerce
To coerce means to persuade someone to do something by using force or threats.
Example: The dictator coerced the citizens into obeying his commands.
Note: While 'force' can imply physical strength or power, 'coerce' specifically involves using pressure or threats to make someone do something.
compel
To compel means to force or drive someone to do something.
Example: The evidence compelled the jury to reach a guilty verdict.
Note: Similar to 'force,' but 'compel' often implies a sense of necessity or inevitability in the action being taken.
pressure
To pressure means to try to make someone do something by using influence, arguments, or threats.
Example: The company pressured its employees to work overtime without pay.
Note: While 'force' can be more direct, 'pressure' involves exerting influence or persuasion to achieve a desired outcome.
drive
To drive means to force or urge someone to take action or achieve a goal.
Example: His ambition and determination drove him to succeed against all odds.
Note: While 'force' can imply physical strength, 'drive' often conveys a sense of motivation or determination.
Force expressions, common phrases
by force
Using physical strength or violence to achieve something forcefully.
Example: The police entered the building by force to arrest the suspect.
Note: The original word 'force' refers to strength, power, or influence, while 'by force' specifically implies using physical strength or violence.
force of nature
Refers to a natural phenomenon or event that is powerful and uncontrollable.
Example: The hurricane was a force of nature that caused widespread destruction.
Note: While 'force' can refer to strength or power in general, 'force of nature' specifically refers to natural phenomena.
force majeure
An unforeseeable circumstance that prevents someone from fulfilling a contract.
Example: The concert was canceled due to a force majeure event, a severe storm.
Note: Unlike 'force' which can refer to physical strength, 'force majeure' pertains to legal or contractual obligations.
force someone's hand
To compel someone to take action or make a decision sooner than intended.
Example: The leaked information forced the company's hand to release a statement.
Note: 'Force someone's hand' involves influencing someone's decision-making, not just physical strength as in 'force'.
forceful argument
An argument that is strong, persuasive, and assertive.
Example: She presented a forceful argument in favor of the new policy.
Note: 'Forceful' describes the quality of the argument, emphasizing its strength and persuasiveness, not just the concept of 'force'.
force the issue
To push for a decision or resolution on a particular matter.
Example: The CEO decided to force the issue and address the problem head-on.
Note: 'Force the issue' focuses on pushing for a resolution or decision, rather than physical strength or power.
force of habit
Reflexive behavior done without thinking due to repetition and routine.
Example: Even though he quit smoking, he still reaches for a cigarette out of force of habit.
Note: While 'force' typically refers to strength or power, 'force of habit' highlights habitual actions that are almost automatic.
brute force
Using sheer strength or power, often in a clumsy or unrefined manner.
Example: They tried to open the lock with brute force, but it wouldn't budge.
Note: 'Brute force' emphasizes using raw strength without finesse, unlike 'force' which can imply more strategic or controlled application of strength.
Force everyday (slang) expressions
Forceful
In spoken language, 'forceful' is often used to describe someone who is assertive or dominant in their behavior or viewpoint.
Example: He has a forceful personality that commands attention.
Note: The term 'forceful' emphasizes the strength or intensity of someone's actions or attitude.
Force-fed
'Force-fed' is an informal term used to describe a situation where information is given or imposed forcefully and excessively.
Example: I was force-fed information about the new project during the meeting.
Note: It is a figurative use of the term 'force' to describe overwhelming or unwanted input.
Forced hand
When someone's hand is forced in a situation, they are compelled to take action or make a choice because they have no other viable options.
Example: The circumstances forced her hand, and she had to make a decision.
Note: This phrase implies that external factors or events have influenced someone's decision-making.
Force down
To 'force down' something means to eat or drink quickly or with difficulty, often because of lack of time or appetite.
Example: I had to force down my breakfast quickly before leaving for work.
Note: It conveys the idea of consuming something despite reluctance or discomfort.
Forcibly
'Forcibly' is an adverb indicating that an action was carried out using physical force or coercion.
Example: The police removed the protestors from the building forcibly.
Note: It emphasizes the manner in which an action is performed with a focus on coercion or physical intervention.
Forcer
A 'forcer' is someone who uses their influence, power, or persuasive skills to ensure a particular outcome or result in a situation.
Example: He's known as the office forcer because he always gets his way in meetings.
Note: It denotes a person who actively exerts pressure or influence to achieve a desired outcome.
Force-fit
To 'force-fit' something is to adapt or fit it into a situation or context in a way that is unnatural, inappropriate, or unsuitable.
Example: They tried to force-fit a solution that didn't suit the problem at hand.
Note: It conveys the idea of imposing something forcefully into a situation without proper consideration or compatibility.
Force - Examples
The force of the wind was so strong that it knocked over the trees.
바람의 힘이 너무 강해서 나무들을 넘어뜨렸다.
The police used force to break up the protest.
경찰은 시위를 해산하기 위해 힘을 사용했다.
She felt a force pushing her towards the edge of the cliff.
그녀는 절벽의 가장자리로 밀어내는 힘을 느꼈다.
Force grammar
Force - Noun (Noun) / Noun, singular or mass (Noun, singular or mass)
Lemma: force
Conjugations
Noun, plural (Noun, plural): forces, force
Noun, singular or mass (Noun, singular or mass): force
Verb, past tense (Verb, past tense): forced
Verb, gerund or present participle (Verb, gerund or present participle): forcing
Verb, 3rd person singular present (Verb, 3rd person singular present): forces
Verb, base form (Verb, base form): force
Verb, non-3rd person singular present (Verb, non-3rd person singular present): force
Syllables, Separation and Stress
force Contains 1 syllables: force
Phonetic transcription: ˈfȯrs
force , ˈfȯrs (The red syllable is stressed)
Force - Importance and usage frequency
The word frequency and importance index indicates how often a word appears in a given language. The smaller the number, the more frequently the word is used. The most frequently used words typically range from about 1 to 4000.
force: 800 - 900 (Extremely common).
This importance index helps you focus on the most useful words during your language learning process.
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