탐구
The act of examining or investigating something systematically and deeply to discover facts or principles. It is central to scientific and philosophical work.
Examples
3 of 5우리는 자연의 신비를 탐구하고 있다.
We are exploring the mysteries of nature.
본 센터는 인간의 심리를 깊이 탐구합니다.
This center explores human psychology deeply.
이 문제에 대해 좀 더 탐구해 보자.
Let's explore this issue a bit more.
Word Family
Memory Tip
Tam (search) + Gu (study) = Searching and studying.
Quick Quiz
과학자들은 우주의 기원을 ___하기 위해 노력한다.
Correct!
The correct answer is: 탐구
Examples
우리는 자연의 신비를 탐구하고 있다.
everydayWe are exploring the mysteries of nature.
본 센터는 인간의 심리를 깊이 탐구합니다.
formalThis center explores human psychology deeply.
이 문제에 대해 좀 더 탐구해 보자.
informalLet's explore this issue a bit more.
학문적 탐구는 질문에서 시작된다.
academicAcademic inquiry begins with a question.
기업은 시장의 잠재력을 탐구해야 한다.
businessCompanies must explore the potential of the market.
Word Family
Common Collocations
Common Phrases
탐구력이 좋다
to have good inquiry skills
미지의 세계를 탐구하다
to explore the unknown world
자유로운 탐구
free inquiry
Often Confused With
연구 is a broader term for research, while 탐구 emphasizes the deep, searching nature of the investigation.
Usage Notes
Often used in the context of 'social studies' or 'science' subjects in schools (사회탐구, 과학탐구).
Common Mistakes
Don't confuse with '탐험' (physical exploration of a place).
Memory Tip
Tam (search) + Gu (study) = Searching and studying.
Word Origin
From Sino-Korean 探究 (search + study).
Grammar Patterns
Quick Quiz
과학자들은 우주의 기원을 ___하기 위해 노력한다.
Correct!
The correct answer is: 탐구
Related Vocabulary
More academic words
신빙성
B2The quality of being believable or trustworthy; credibility of information or evidence.
부연
B2The act of adding more details or explanations to clarify a point. It is often used to expand on a topic sentence in an essay.
열거
B2The act of listing things one by one. It is a common rhetorical device used in academic writing to present multiple points or examples.
확증
B2A clear and certain proof or evidence that confirms a fact or theory. It is a stronger term than just 'evidence'.
상보적
B2Complementary; referring to two things that provide what the other lacks, thus making a complete or improved whole.
근간
B2The core foundation, basis, or backbone of something, such as a thought, a system, or an organization.
단초
B2The very first clue, lead, or beginning point that allows a problem to be solved or an event to start.
담론
B2A formal discussion or debate on a particular topic, often referring to the way a subject is spoken about in society.
기저
B2The lowest or fundamental part of something; the basis or underlying foundation of a phenomenon.
적실성
B2The quality of being appropriate, applicable, or relevant to a particular matter or current situation; relevance.
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