저지하다
Meaning: to block; to prevent; to obstruct
What does 저지하다 mean?
저지하다 [jeojihada] is a verb meaning "to block; to prevent; to obstruct". It is rated B2 on the CEFR scale, which means upper-intermediate — appears in news and discussion. This word appears across 2 Lexibeom card packs, making it a high-utility vocabulary item for everyday Korean.
Example Sentences (2)
Here are real-life sentences where 저지하다 [jeojihada] appears naturally. Each example is taken from a Lexibeom learning card and reviewed by our AI pipeline.
야당은 법안에 대한 수정안을 제출하였으며, 필리버스터를 통해 표결을 저지하겠다는 입장을 밝혔습니다.
The opposition has submitted amendments to the bill and expressed its position to block the vote through filibuster.
📚 From Politics & Economy
따라서 자동화 자체를 저지하기보다는 전환기의 사회 안전망을 강화하고 평생 교육 체계를 구축하는 것이 현실적인 대안이라 하겠습니다.
Therefore, rather than blocking automation itself, strengthening social safety nets during the transition period and establishing lifelong education systems would be the realistic alternative.
📚 From 시사 토론
How to Use 저지하다 in Conversation
As a verb, 저지하다 requires conjugation. The dictionary form ends in 다, but you will rarely use this form in speech — instead, conjugate based on politeness (요 for polite, 습니다 for formal, plain stem for casual) and tense (past, present, future). Learn this verb together with its three conjugated forms for maximum fluency.
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