강조하다
To give special importance or prominence to something in speaking or writing. Used to highlight key points in an argument.
Examples
3 of 5그는 자신의 무죄를 다시 한번 강조했다.
He emphasized his innocence once again.
본 논문은 초기 교육의 역할을 강조한다.
This paper emphasizes the role of early education.
사장님은 고객 만족을 가장 강조합니다.
The CEO emphasizes customer satisfaction the most.
Word Family
Memory Tip
Kang-jo: 'Kang' (Strong) + 'Jo' (Tuning/Control). Tuning something strongly to be noticed.
Quick Quiz
정부는 경제 성장의 필요성을 ______.
Correct!
The correct answer is: 강조했다
Examples
그는 자신의 무죄를 다시 한번 강조했다.
formalHe emphasized his innocence once again.
본 논문은 초기 교육의 역할을 강조한다.
academicThis paper emphasizes the role of early education.
사장님은 고객 만족을 가장 강조합니다.
businessThe CEO emphasizes customer satisfaction the most.
엄마가 차 조심하라고 강조했어.
everydayMom emphasized to be careful of cars.
내가 몇 번이나 강조했잖아!
informalI emphasized it so many times!
Word Family
Common Collocations
Common Phrases
아무리 강조해도 지나치지 않다
cannot be overemphasized
강조 사항
points to emphasize
강조 용법
emphatic usage (grammar)
Often Confused With
Ju-jang-ha-da is to argue a point, while kang-jo-ha-da is to put extra weight or focus on a specific point.
Usage Notes
Used when summarizing the main points in the conclusion of an IELTS essay.
Common Mistakes
Ensure you don't use 'kang-jo-ha-da' for physical pressure; use 'ap-ryeok' or 'nureuda'.
Memory Tip
Kang-jo: 'Kang' (Strong) + 'Jo' (Tuning/Control). Tuning something strongly to be noticed.
Word Origin
From Hanja 强 (strong) and 調 (tune/melody).
Grammar Patterns
Quick Quiz
정부는 경제 성장의 필요성을 ______.
Correct!
The correct answer is: 강조했다
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