고착화
The process of a certain phenomenon, thought, or structure becoming fixed and unchangeable over time.
Examples
3 of 5사회적 편견의 고착화는 큰 문제이다.
The solidification of social prejudice is a big problem.
이러한 현상이 고착화되면 변화가 어렵다.
If this phenomenon becomes permanent, change will be difficult.
조직 내의 비효율적인 관행이 고착화되었다.
Inefficient practices within the organization have become ingrained.
Word Family
Memory Tip
Think of 'Glue' (고) 'Sticking' (착).
Quick Quiz
빈부 격차의 ___는 사회 불안을 야기한다.
Correct!
The correct answer is: 고착화
Examples
사회적 편견의 고착화는 큰 문제이다.
formalThe solidification of social prejudice is a big problem.
이러한 현상이 고착화되면 변화가 어렵다.
academicIf this phenomenon becomes permanent, change will be difficult.
조직 내의 비효율적인 관행이 고착화되었다.
businessInefficient practices within the organization have become ingrained.
잘못된 습관의 고착화를 막아야 해.
informalWe must prevent bad habits from becoming permanent.
저성장 기조의 고착화가 우려된다.
everydayThe perpetuation of a low-growth trend is worrying.
Word Family
Common Collocations
Common Phrases
고착화된 구조
solidified structure
갈등의 고착화
solidification of conflict
Often Confused With
정착 is often positive (settling down), while 고착화 often has a negative nuance of being 'stuck' or 'rigid'.
Usage Notes
Used mostly in social, economic, or psychological analyses.
Common Mistakes
Do not confuse with '도착' (arrival).
Memory Tip
Think of 'Glue' (고) 'Sticking' (착).
Word Origin
From Sino-Korean 固 (solid/firm), 着 (to attach), and 化 (to become).
Grammar Patterns
Quick Quiz
빈부 격차의 ___는 사회 불안을 야기한다.
Correct!
The correct answer is: 고착화
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