탐구하다
To search for truth or knowledge through deep study and investigation. It implies a scholarly or systematic pursuit of understanding.
Examples
3 of 5이 논문은 인간의 자아 정체성을 탐구하고 있다.
This thesis explores human self-identity.
우리는 자연의 신비를 탐구하는 자세를 가져야 한다.
We must have an attitude of exploring the mysteries of nature.
새로운 시장 기회를 탐구하기 위해 조사를 시작했습니다.
We started an investigation to explore new market opportunities.
Word Family
Memory Tip
Tom (탐) is curious and wants to Go (구) find the truth.
Quick Quiz
그 학자는 평생 동안 고대 역사를 ( )는 데 바쳤다.
Correct!
The correct answer is: 탐구하
Examples
이 논문은 인간의 자아 정체성을 탐구하고 있다.
academicThis thesis explores human self-identity.
우리는 자연의 신비를 탐구하는 자세를 가져야 한다.
formalWe must have an attitude of exploring the mysteries of nature.
새로운 시장 기회를 탐구하기 위해 조사를 시작했습니다.
businessWe started an investigation to explore new market opportunities.
너는 커서 무엇을 탐구하고 싶니?
informalWhat do you want to explore when you grow up?
철학은 삶의 의미를 탐구하는 학문이다.
everydayPhilosophy is a discipline that explores the meaning of life.
Word Family
Common Collocations
Common Phrases
탐구 정신
spirit of inquiry
사회 탐구
social studies (subject name)
탐구 보고서
inquiry report
Often Confused With
검색하다 is used for looking up information (like on Google), while 탐구하다 is for deep, intellectual investigation.
Usage Notes
Very common in educational contexts, specifically referring to the 'Inquiry' process in science or social studies.
Common Mistakes
Don't use it for simple tasks like 'I explored the room'. Use '둘러보다' for physical exploration.
Memory Tip
Tom (탐) is curious and wants to Go (구) find the truth.
Word Origin
From Sino-Korean 探 (search/seek) + 究 (investigate).
Grammar Patterns
Cultural Context
In Korea, 'Social Inquiry' (사회탐구) and 'Science Inquiry' (과학탐구) are core sections of the CSAT exam.
Quick Quiz
그 학자는 평생 동안 고대 역사를 ( )는 데 바쳤다.
Correct!
The correct answer is: 탐구하
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