발휘하다
To display or exert a talent, skill, or ability that one possesses.
Examples
3 of 5시험장에서 실력을 충분히 발휘하시기 바랍니다.
I hope you fully demonstrate your skills at the testing site.
아이들은 놀이를 통해 창의력을 발휘한다.
Children exert creativity through play.
우리 팀은 놀라운 저력을 발휘하여 역전승을 거두었다.
Our team displayed amazing potential and won a come-from-behind victory.
Word Family
Memory Tip
Bal-Hwi (Ball-Whiz) - Like a whiz at ball games displaying great skill.
Quick Quiz
평소에 연습한 대로 실력을 ( ) 것이 중요하다.
Correct!
The correct answer is: 발휘하는
Examples
시험장에서 실력을 충분히 발휘하시기 바랍니다.
formalI hope you fully demonstrate your skills at the testing site.
아이들은 놀이를 통해 창의력을 발휘한다.
academicChildren exert creativity through play.
우리 팀은 놀라운 저력을 발휘하여 역전승을 거두었다.
businessOur team displayed amazing potential and won a come-from-behind victory.
기량을 마음껏 발휘해 봐!
informalShow your skills to your heart's content!
예술가는 작품 속에 자신의 개성을 발휘한다.
academicAn artist displays their individuality in their work.
Word Family
Common Collocations
Common Phrases
최대한 발휘하다
to display to the maximum
유감없이 발휘하다
to display without regret (fully)
Often Confused With
나타내다 is general 'showing', while 발휘하다 specifically refers to showing an inner strength, skill, or power.
Usage Notes
Often used in sports, exams, and workplace scenarios to describe someone performing well.
Common Mistakes
Don't use for physical objects; use for abstract skills and abilities.
Memory Tip
Bal-Hwi (Ball-Whiz) - Like a whiz at ball games displaying great skill.
Word Origin
From Sino-Korean 發 (to emit/send out) and 揮 (to wield/brandish).
Grammar Patterns
Quick Quiz
평소에 연습한 대로 실력을 ( ) 것이 중요하다.
Correct!
The correct answer is: 발휘하는
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