This is the 17676th most frequent Korean word.
소급
"소급" means "retroactive" or "applied to the past."
The term '소급' here refers to applying laws or rules retroactively, which means retrospectively or affecting past actions or events.
법은 소급하여 적용되지 않습니다.
The law is not applied retroactively.
In this sentence, '소급' indicates an action or agreement being effective as of a prior date, showing retrospective activation.
그 계약은 소급하여 효력이 발생했습니다.
That contract took effect retroactively.
In this context, '소급' suggests analyzing or reviewing past events or details, emphasizing the retrospective nature of the examination.