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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

The act of taking part in an activity, event, or organization.

"시민들의 적극적인 참여가 필요합니다."

noun

The action of making or manufacturing from components or raw materials, or the process of being so manufactured.

"공장에서는 매일 수천 대의 자동차를 생산합니다."

adjective

Relating to or lasting for a long period of time in the future. Essential for discussing future plans, investments, or sustainable development.

"우리는 장기적인 관점에서 투자를 결정해야 한다."

noun

A specific part or aspect of something that causes difficulty, trouble, or is not satisfactory. Often used when analyzing the downsides of a proposal or situation.

"이 계획의 가장 큰 문제점은 예산이 부족하다는 것이다."

noun

A matter or situation regarded as unwelcome or harmful and needing to be dealt with and overcome.

"환경 문제는 우리 모두의 책임입니다."

noun

The belief that someone or something is reliable, good, honest, or effective; trust or confidence.

"인간관계에서 가장 중요한 것은 서로에 대한 신뢰이다."

noun

The subjects comprising a course of study in a school or college; a curriculum.

"학교는 시대의 변화에 맞춰 교육과정을 개편했다."

noun

Material such as coal, gas, or oil that is burned to produce heat or power. A common topic in IELTS science and energy passages.

"화석 연료의 사용은 대기 오염의 주된 원인입니다."

noun

A disadvantage or loss that someone suffers. It refers to a negative consequence or a lack of benefit compared to others.

"부당한 대우로 인해 불이익을 당해서는 안 된다."

adjective

Being so in fact or effect, even if not formally recognized; practical or substantial rather than theoretical.

"우리는 실질적인 도움이 필요하다."

noun

A piece of equipment or a mechanism designed for a specific purpose; a system or measure intended to achieve a certain effect.

"이 기계에는 안전 장치가 설치되어 있습니다."

noun

The presence in or introduction into the environment of a substance which has harmful or poisonous effects.

"수질 오염으로 인해 물고기들이 죽어가고 있습니다."

noun

The buildings, equipment, and services provided for a particular purpose, such as education, health, or sports.

"학교는 학생들을 위한 다양한 편의 시설을 갖추고 있습니다."

noun

The state of being free from illness or injury, encompassing physical, mental, and social well-being.

"건강을 위해서 매일 운동을 합니다."

noun

The size, extent, or scale of something, often used to describe businesses, projects, or natural disasters.

"그 회사는 규모가 매우 큽니다."

noun

A written or stored account of facts or events; a performance that surpasses previous ones in sports.

"그 선수는 세계 기록을 세웠습니다."

noun

A particular place or position; the rank or status of someone in society.

"우리 학교의 위치는 지하철역 근처입니다."

verb

To release or emit substances like gas, light, heat, or energy into the outside world.

"자동차는 대기 중으로 많은 오염 물질을 방출합니다."

noun

A position in a hierarchy; a place in a list of items ranked according to quality or importance.

"그 나라는 행복 지수 순위가 높습니다."

noun

The act of moving from one place to another; migration or transfer.

"인구의 도시 이동이 빨라지고 있습니다."

adjective

Having a pessimistic or cynical attitude; also means denying or disagreeing with something.

"지나치게 부정적인 생각은 건강에 해롭다."

noun

A task or piece of work allocated to someone as part of a job or course of study; also refers to a challenge or problem that needs to be solved.

"경제 위기를 극복하는 것이 우리 사회의 시급한 과제이다."

noun

The process of dealing with or controlling things or people; the act of organizing and supervising a system, business, or resource.

"시간 관리를 잘하는 것은 성공의 핵심입니다."

noun

The financial gain or profit earned from business activities or investments after subtracting costs.

"그 회사는 작년에 막대한 수익을 올렸다."

adverb

Used to show that someone or something is very different from someone or something else; in contrast.

"어제는 추웠지만, 오늘은 대조적으로 매우 따뜻합니다."

adjective

Having a hopeful or optimistic attitude; also means confirming or agreeing with something.

"그는 항상 긍정적인 사고방식을 가지고 있다."