교육
The process of receiving or giving systematic instruction, especially at a school or university. It covers a wide range of learning activities.
Examples
3 of 5공교육과 사교육의 균형이 필요하다.
A balance between public and private education is necessary.
회사에서 직원들을 위한 직무 교육을 실시했다.
The company conducted job training for employees.
아이들의 교육을 위해 도서관에 자주 갑니다.
I go to the library often for my children's education.
Word Family
Memory Tip
Gyo (Teach) + Yuk (Raise). Teaching to raise someone up.
Quick Quiz
한국은 ______에 대한 관심이 매우 높은 나라이다. (education)
Correct!
The correct answer is: 교육
Examples
공교육과 사교육의 균형이 필요하다.
academicA balance between public and private education is necessary.
회사에서 직원들을 위한 직무 교육을 실시했다.
businessThe company conducted job training for employees.
아이들의 교육을 위해 도서관에 자주 갑니다.
everydayI go to the library often for my children's education.
정부는 평생 교육 시스템을 구축하고 있다.
formalThe government is building a lifelong education system.
너 교육은 어디서 받았어?
informalWhere did you receive your education?
Word Family
Common Collocations
Common Phrases
교육열
passion for education
전인 교육
well-rounded education
조기 교육
early childhood education
Often Confused With
Hak-seup is the act of 'learning' by the student, while gyo-yuk is the broader 'education' system or process.
Usage Notes
One of the top 3 topics in IELTS exams.
Common Mistakes
Avoid using 'gyo-yuk-ha-da' when you mean 'to learn' (use 'bae-u-da').
Memory Tip
Gyo (Teach) + Yuk (Raise). Teaching to raise someone up.
Word Origin
From Hanja: 敎 (to teach) + 育 (to raise/nourish).
Grammar Patterns
Cultural Context
South Korea is famous for its extremely high 'passion for education' (gyo-yuk-yeol).
Quick Quiz
한국은 ______에 대한 관심이 매우 높은 나라이다. (education)
Correct!
The correct answer is: 교육
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