학문
A field of study or the pursuit of knowledge through systematic research and learning.
Examples
3 of 5대학은 학문의 전당이라고 불려요.
Universities are called the halls of academic learning.
학문적 성취를 인정받아 상을 받게 되었습니다.
He was awarded a prize in recognition of his academic achievements.
학문이 밥 먹여 주냐는 말도 옛말이지.
The saying 'Does academic study feed you?' is an old saying now.
Word Family
Memory Tip
Hak (learn) + Mun (ask) = Learning by asking questions.
Quick Quiz
인문학은 인간에 대해 연구하는 ___입니다.
Correct!
The correct answer is: 학문
Examples
대학은 학문의 전당이라고 불려요.
everydayUniversities are called the halls of academic learning.
학문적 성취를 인정받아 상을 받게 되었습니다.
formalHe was awarded a prize in recognition of his academic achievements.
학문이 밥 먹여 주냐는 말도 옛말이지.
informalThe saying 'Does academic study feed you?' is an old saying now.
학문 간의 융합은 현대 과학의 주요 흐름이다.
academicConvergence between academic disciplines is a major trend in modern science.
우리 연구소는 학문적 가치가 높은 프로젝트를 지원합니다.
businessOur research institute supports projects with high academic value.
Word Family
Common Collocations
Common Phrases
학문의 자유
academic freedom
학문을 닦다
to cultivate one's learning
학문적 토대
academic foundation
Often Confused With
Gong-bu is general studying (like for an exam); Hak-mun is the 'field of study' or 'academic scholarship'.
Usage Notes
Essential for IELTS writing when discussing higher education or the value of different subjects.
Common Mistakes
Don't use '학문' when you just mean doing your homework (use '숙제' or '공부').
Memory Tip
Hak (learn) + Mun (ask) = Learning by asking questions.
Word Origin
From Sino-Korean 학 (learn) and 문 (ask).
Grammar Patterns
Cultural Context
Koreans historically respect 'Hakmun' due to Confucian influence.
Quick Quiz
인문학은 인간에 대해 연구하는 ___입니다.
Correct!
The correct answer is: 학문
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실력
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수월성
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인격
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