This is the 894th most frequent Korean word.
사태
The Korean word "사태" means "situation," "state of affairs," or "crisis," depending on context.
The word '사태' is used here to indicate a 'situation' or 'condition', particularly a problematic or serious one, related to the economy.
최근의 경제 사태는 많은 사람들에게 영향을 미칩니다.
The recent economic situation affects many people.
In this context, '사태' is used to denote a 'landslide', showing its meaning in the context of a natural disaster.
산사태로 인하여 마을 전체가 피해를 입었습니다.
The whole village suffered damage due to the landslide.
Here, '사태' means a 'situation' or 'state of affairs', emphasizing an urgent or critical occurrence requiring response.