This is the 7199th most frequent Korean word.
주제에
"주제에" means "despite thinking you're capable or worthy" or "in your position." It often carries a condescending tone.
Here, "주제에" is used to imply "despite" or "in the circumstances of," showing that the subject's actions are inappropriate or contradict their current state or abilities.
그는 자신의 능력도 모르는 주제에 큰소리치고 있다.
He is bragging, despite not knowing his own abilities.
In this sentence, "주제에" conveys a sense of 'in the position/status of', criticizing the inappropriate actions of the subject based on their defined role/status.
학생 주제에 선생님께 말을 반대로 하다니 정말 버릇없다.
How rude it is for a student to talk back to the teacher!
"주제에" is used here to point out that the subject's focus on success might be premature or unfitting for someone who has just begun.