This is the 2038th most frequent Korean word.
상태를
"State" or "condition."
In this sentence, '상태를' refers to the 'state' or 'condition' of a computer, emphasizing its operational status or condition.
컴퓨터의 상태를 확인해야 합니다.
You need to check the state of the computer.
Here, '상태를' points to the 'condition' or 'quality' of the item, focusing on its functionality or usability.
그 물건의 상태를 보니 사용하지 못할 것 같아요.
Looking at the condition of that item, it doesn't seem usable.
In this usage, '상태를' describes a 'psychological state,' relating to someone's mental or emotional condition.