연장
The act of making something longer in duration, distance, or scope. It is commonly used for time limits or deadlines.
Examples
3 of 5영업 시간을 밤 10시까지 연장합니다.
Business hours will be extended until 10 PM.
수명 연장은 과학 기술의 발달 덕분이다.
The extension of life span is thanks to the development of science and technology.
마감 기한 연장이 가능한가요?
Is it possible to extend the deadline?
Word Family
Memory Tip
Yeon-jang: 'Yeon' as in 'Yeon-gyeol' (connect). Connecting more time to the end.
Quick Quiz
도서관 대출 기한을 ___하고 싶습니다.
Correct!
The correct answer is: 연장
Examples
영업 시간을 밤 10시까지 연장합니다.
everydayBusiness hours will be extended until 10 PM.
수명 연장은 과학 기술의 발달 덕분이다.
academicThe extension of life span is thanks to the development of science and technology.
마감 기한 연장이 가능한가요?
businessIs it possible to extend the deadline?
축구 경기가 연장전에 돌입했다.
informalThe soccer match went into extra time (extension).
비자 연장 절차를 밟아야 한다.
formalYou must go through the visa extension procedure.
Word Family
Common Collocations
Common Phrases
연장전
overtime/extra time (sports)
연장 근무
overtime work
연장 선상
an extension (of a line of thought)
Often Confused With
The word '연장' also means 'tools' or 'implements' (Sino-Korean: 道具/鍊匠), though this is less common in academic contexts than 'extension'.
Usage Notes
Frequently used in IELTS tasks involving schedules, employment, or scientific projections.
Common Mistakes
Do not confuse '연장' (extension) with '확장' (expansion of space/size).
Memory Tip
Yeon-jang: 'Yeon' as in 'Yeon-gyeol' (connect). Connecting more time to the end.
Word Origin
From Sino-Korean '延長' (stretch + long).
Grammar Patterns
Quick Quiz
도서관 대출 기한을 ___하고 싶습니다.
Correct!
The correct answer is: 연장
Related Vocabulary
More business words
보류하다
B2To delay or postpone a decision or action until a later time.
관리
B1The process of dealing with or controlling things or people; the act of organizing and supervising a system, business, or resource.
투자하다
B1To put money, time, or effort into something with the expectation of getting a profit or benefit in the future. It is a key concept in finance and personal growth.
적합성
B2The quality or state of being suitable, appropriate, or fit for a particular purpose or situation.
절차
B2A series of actions that are done in a particular order to achieve a result.
불확실성
B2The state of being uncertain or unreliable; lack of certainty.
절감하다
B2To reduce or cut down on expenses, energy, or time; also to feel something deeply or keenly (metaphorical).
이력서
B1A written list of your education and previous jobs that you send when you are looking for a new job. Essential for IELTS General work-related tasks.
급여
B1The money an employee receives for their work; salary or wages. Crucial for IELTS Task 2 essays on work-life balance and employment.
고객
B1A person who buys goods or services from a shop or business.
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