통념
A common belief or a general idea widely accepted by the public, often used when challenging those ideas.
Examples
3 of 5일반적인 통념과는 다른 결과가 나왔다.
Results came out differently from the general notion.
전통적 통념에 따르면 교육은 학교에서만 이루어진다.
According to traditional common belief, education only happens in schools.
그건 그냥 사람들이 다 그렇게 생각하는 통념일 뿐이야.
That's just a common belief that everyone thinks.
Word Family
Memory Tip
Tong (general/all) + Nyeom (thought) = Thoughts shared by all.
Quick Quiz
성별에 대한 사회적 ____이 변하고 있다.
Correct!
The correct answer is: 통념
Examples
일반적인 통념과는 다른 결과가 나왔다.
everydayResults came out differently from the general notion.
전통적 통념에 따르면 교육은 학교에서만 이루어진다.
formalAccording to traditional common belief, education only happens in schools.
그건 그냥 사람들이 다 그렇게 생각하는 통념일 뿐이야.
informalThat's just a common belief that everyone thinks.
과학적 발견은 종종 대중적 통념에 반한다.
academicScientific discoveries often go against popular notions.
고정관념과 사회적 통념을 깨는 마케팅이 유행이다.
businessMarketing that breaks stereotypes and social norms is in vogue.
Word Family
Common Collocations
Common Phrases
잘못된 통념
misconception
통념상의 이유
reasons of common belief
시대적 통념
notions of the times
Often Confused With
Gojeong-gwannyeom (stereotype) is more negative and rigid, while tongnyeom is a neutral term for a shared belief.
Usage Notes
Very useful for IELTS Task 2 introductions: 'Contrary to popular belief...' (일반적인 통념과는 달리...)
Common Mistakes
Often used as '사회적 통념' to describe cultural expectations.
Memory Tip
Tong (general/all) + Nyeom (thought) = Thoughts shared by all.
Word Origin
From Hanja 通 (to pass through/common) and 念 (thought).
Grammar Patterns
Cultural Context
Korean society has strong 'social norms' (사회적 통념) regarding age and hierarchy.
Quick Quiz
성별에 대한 사회적 ____이 변하고 있다.
Correct!
The correct answer is: 통념
Related Vocabulary
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사회
B2The aggregate of people living together in a more or less ordered community.
해결하다
B2To find an answer to, explanation for, or means of effectively dealing with a problem or difficulty.
대안
B2A plan, proposal, or option that can replace an existing one, usually to solve a problem. It is a key word in IELTS Task 2 for suggesting solutions.
반영하다
B2To reflect or mirror a certain state, opinion, or fact in something else. Often used when a policy or a piece of art shows the current situation of a society.
개선하다
B2To improve or make something better by correcting faults or deficiencies.
분배하다
B2To share or divide something among several people or groups, especially resources or wealth.
보편적
B2Relating to or done by all people or things in the world or in a particular group; applicable to all cases.
원칙
B2A fundamental truth, law, or doctrine that serves as the foundation for a system of belief or behavior. It is a guiding rule.
모순
B2A contradiction or inconsistency between two or more things, such as words, actions, or ideas. It describes a situation where elements are logically incompatible.
대두되다
B2To emerge as a prominent issue, problem, or topic of discussion; to come to the fore.
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