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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."

verb

To find something or someone unexpectedly or in the course of a search; to become aware of a fact or situation.

"과학자들은 새로운 행성을 발견했습니다."

verb

To delay or postpone a planned event or task to a later time. It can also mean to act in a play or movie.

"폭우로 인해 야구 경기가 내일로 연기되었다."

verb

To give something (usually money or a benefit) to someone in recognition of loss, suffering, or effort.

"회사는 사고 피해자들에게 적절히 보상해야 합니다."

noun

A firm decision or conclusion reached after consideration. It involves choosing a course of action.

"그는 신중한 고민 끝에 결정을 내렸습니다."

verb

To communicate or interact with others to share thoughts, feelings, or information, leading to mutual understanding.

"부모와 자식 간에는 진심 어린 소통이 필요하다."

adjective

To be convenient or easy to use. Frequently used when discussing the benefits of technology, transportation, or modern infrastructure.

"스마트폰 덕분에 생활이 매우 편리해졌습니다."

verb

To go beyond a set limit, amount, or standard.

"수하물 무게가 제한을 초과했습니다."

verb

To prepare, arrange, or establish something in advance. It is often used for creating plans, securing funds, or providing a space.

"정부는 청년들을 위한 일자리 대책을 마련했다."

noun

The act of losing something that one used to have, such as a right, quality, or person.

"그는 갑작스러운 사고로 기억을 상실했습니다."

noun

The act of choosing or selecting the best or most suitable individuals from a group.

"우리 팀은 엄격한 기준을 통해 선수를 선발합니다."

noun

The act of reducing or shrinking the size, scale, or scope of something.

"회사는 비용 절감을 위해 예산을 축소했습니다."

noun

One's thoughts, intentions, or will regarding a certain matter.

"그는 자신의 의사를 분명하게 밝혔습니다."

noun

A feature or quality that is the same or similar between two or more things being compared.

"두 언어 사이에는 몇 가지 유사점이 발견되었다."

verb

To perform a scientific test or investigation to discover new information or test a hypothesis. It involves observing effects under controlled conditions.

"과학자들은 새로운 백신의 효과를 확인하기 위해 실험하고 있다."

verb

To make something ready for use or consideration. It is a fundamental word for discussing exams, travel, or meetings.

"내일 시험을 위해 밤늦게까지 준비했다."

noun

The quality or character that makes a person or thing different from others. It refers to individuality or a unique personality.

"그는 자신만의 독특한 개성을 가진 화가이다."

noun

The various means or methods used for moving people or goods from one place to another, such as cars, buses, trains, and airplanes.

"대도시에서는 지하철이 가장 편리한 교통수단이다."

verb

To make or manufacture goods, components, or results, often on a large scale or through a specific process.

"이 공장은 하루에 천 대의 자동차를 생산합니다."

verb

To intrude upon, violate, or infringe on someone's rights, privacy, or territory.

"타인의 사생활을 침해하는 행위는 법으로 금지되어 있습니다."

noun

A specific quantity or amount used as a standard of measurement. It can also refer to a basic component or group within a larger organization.

"길이를 재는 단위는 미터입니다."

noun

The right or power to choose between two or more possibilities. It refers to having options.

"소비자에게는 다양한 상품을 고를 선택권이 있다."

noun/determiner

Happening or done at fixed intervals; regular. Used to describe habits, schedules, or periodic data in academic reports.

"정기적인 운동은 건강에 매우 유익합니다."

noun

The state or quality of being convenient or easy to use.

"이 스마트폰 앱은 사용자 편의성이 매우 높습니다."

noun

The facilities, equipment, or machinery required for a particular purpose, especially in industry or buildings.

"이 공장은 최신 자동화 설비를 갖추고 있습니다."

noun

The quality of being quick or prompt; speed in action or process.

"응급 상황에서는 대처의 신속성이 생명입니다."

verb

To direct someone to do something or to point something out. In academic contexts, it can also mean to indicate a certain fact or data point.

"상사는 직원들에게 업무를 지시했다."