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verb

to be

"학생이에요."

verb

to have

"책이 있어요."

verb

to do

"공부해요."

verb

to go

"학교에 가요."

noun

house

"우리 집."

noun

water

"물을 주세요."

noun

tea

"차가 좋아요."

noun

family

"우리 가족."

noun

mother

"저의 어머니."

noun

father

"저의 아버지."

noun

A measure, policy, or plan designed to make up for a deficiency or weakness in an existing system. It is a 'complementary measure' to perfect something.

"정부는 새로운 법안의 단점을 해결하기 위해 보완책을 마련했습니다."

noun

The degree of skill or expertise that someone has in a particular task or field, usually acquired through practice.

"기술자의 숙련도에 따라 제품의 완성도가 달라진다."

noun

The additional value of a product or service that is created at each stage of production or through specific improvements.

"고부가가치 산업을 육성하는 것이 국가 경제의 핵심 과제이다."

noun

The process by which genetic information is passed on from parents to their offspring; heredity.

"성격 형성에 유전과 환경 중 무엇이 더 중요한가?"

noun

The quality of being subject to frequent change; the tendency of a substance or market to change quickly and unpredictably.

"최근 주식 시장의 변동성이 매우 큽니다."

verb

To use up or consume energy, resources, time, or materials completely during a process.

"오래된 가전제품은 전기를 많이 소모합니다."

verb

To successfully reach a goal, target, or standard through effort and action. It is commonly used in academic and professional contexts to describe completing objectives.

"그 기업은 올해 수출 목표를 성공적으로 달성했다."

noun

A numerical scale used to compare variables with one another or with some reference number. Vital for IELTS Writing Task 1 to describe data trends.

"소비자 물가 지수가 지난달보다 상승했습니다."

noun

The number of years that a person has lived or a thing has existed; specifically used in formal or statistical contexts regarding age groups.

"조사 대상자의 평균 연령은 35세였습니다."

noun

Wealth in the form of money or other assets owned by a person or organization or contributed for a particular purpose such as starting a company or investing.

"사업을 시작하려면 충분한 자본이 필요합니다."

noun

Substances that cause pollution in the environment, such as chemicals or waste.

"공장에서 배출되는 오염물질이 강을 오염시키고 있다."

noun

The amount of a resource, product, or service that is consumed by a person or group.

"에너지 소비량을 줄이는 것이 시급한 과제입니다."

verb

To write out or fill in a document, report, or form. It implies a structured or formal writing process.

"보고서를 작성하는 데 시간이 오래 걸렸어요."

verb

To debate or discuss a specific topic by exchanging different opinions. It often implies a more structured discussion than just a casual chat.

"우리는 환경 문제에 대해 진지하게 토론했어요."

verb

To attach a file, document, or supplementary material to an email or report.

"이메일에 사진을 첨부해서 보냈어요."

verb

To search for information online or in a database. It is a fundamental part of the modern research process.

"모르는 단어는 인터넷에서 검색해 보세요."

verb

To measure the size, quantity, or degree of something using a specific tool or standard.

"간호사가 제 키와 몸무게를 측정했어요."

noun

The act of showing or exercising a skill, power, or ability to its full potential.

"그는 위기 상황에서 리더십을 발휘했다."

noun

The secondary or spreading influence that an event or action has on other areas or sectors.

"기술 혁신은 경제 전반에 큰 파급효과를 가져옵니다."

noun

The formal discussion and deep consideration of a proposal or law by a committee.

"새로운 법안이 국회에서 심의 중입니다."

noun

A call to take part in a contest or competition, or a difficult task that tests someone's ability. In academic contexts, it often refers to social or scientific hurdles that require significant effort to overcome.

"새로운 기술의 개발은 우리에게 큰 도전입니다."

noun

A natural fuel such as coal or gas, formed in the geological past from the remains of living organisms. Their combustion is a major source of greenhouse gas emissions.

"지구 온난화를 막기 위해 화석 연료 사용을 줄여야 합니다."

noun

The accomplishment of an aim or purpose; the attainment of popularity or profit.

"그녀는 끊임없는 노력 끝에 성공을 거두었습니다."

noun

The condition of being very fat or overweight in a way that is unhealthy. It is a common topic in academic discussions regarding lifestyle and public health.

"아동 비만 문제는 전 세계적으로 심각해지고 있습니다."

noun

The ability of an individual or a system to adjust or change in order to suit different conditions or environments.

"급변하는 환경에서 살아남기 위해서는 적응력이 필요하다."

verb

To experience something personally or go through a particular event firsthand. It emphasizes practical experience over theoretical knowledge.

"외국인들이 한국의 전통문화를 체험하고 있다."