수요
The desire of consumers, clients, or users for a particular commodity or service. It is a fundamental concept in economics paired with supply.
Examples
3 of 5수요와 공급의 원칙에 따라 가격이 결정된다.
Prices are determined according to the principle of supply and demand.
신제품에 대한 시장 수요를 먼저 조사해야 합니다.
We must first survey the market demand for the new product.
여름에는 시원한 음료수의 수요가 많아져요.
In summer, the demand for cool drinks increases.
Word Family
Memory Tip
Su-yo: 'Su' sounds like 'Sue' (someone asking for something).
Quick Quiz
환경 보호에 대한 관심이 높아지면서 친환경 제품의 ( )가 늘고 있다.
Correct!
The correct answer is: 수요
Examples
수요와 공급의 원칙에 따라 가격이 결정된다.
academicPrices are determined according to the principle of supply and demand.
신제품에 대한 시장 수요를 먼저 조사해야 합니다.
businessWe must first survey the market demand for the new product.
여름에는 시원한 음료수의 수요가 많아져요.
everydayIn summer, the demand for cool drinks increases.
정부는 주택 수요를 억제하기 위한 대책을 발표했다.
formalThe government announced measures to curb housing demand.
거기는 워낙 수요가 많아서 예약하기 힘들어.
informalThere's so much demand there that it's hard to make a reservation.
Word Family
Common Collocations
Common Phrases
수요와 공급
supply and demand
수요자
consumer/demander
폭발적 수요
explosive demand
Often Confused With
Pil-yo is a general 'need', while Su-yo is an economic term for the willingness and ability to purchase.
Usage Notes
Pairs almost exclusively with 'gong-geup' (supply) in economic contexts.
Common Mistakes
Don't use it for personal requests; use 'yo-gu' (request) instead.
Memory Tip
Su-yo: 'Su' sounds like 'Sue' (someone asking for something).
Word Origin
From Sino-Korean 需要 (demand/need).
Grammar Patterns
Quick Quiz
환경 보호에 대한 관심이 높아지면서 친환경 제품의 ( )가 늘고 있다.
Correct!
The correct answer is: 수요
Related Grammar Rules
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