B1 adjective Neutral

조화롭다

[tɕoɦwaɾop̚t͈a]

Forming a pleasing or consistent whole where different parts work well together. Often used to describe social cohesion, aesthetics, or the relationship between humans and nature.

Examples

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1

이 방은 가구와 벽지 색깔이 조화롭다.

The furniture and wallpaper colors in this room are harmonious.

2

다문화 사회에서는 다양한 문화의 조화로운 공존이 중요하다.

In a multicultural society, the harmonious coexistence of various cultures is important.

3

팀원들 간의 조화로운 협력이 프로젝트의 성공을 이끌었다.

Harmonious cooperation among team members led to the success of the project.

Word Family

Noun
조화
Verb
조화시키다
Adverb
조화롭게
Adjective
조화로운
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Memory Tip

Jo-Hwa sounds like 'Joy-Whale'—imagine a whale singing joyfully in harmony with the sea.

Quick Quiz

도시와 자연이 ( ) 환경을 만들어야 한다.

Correct!

The correct answer is: 조화로운

Examples

1

이 방은 가구와 벽지 색깔이 조화롭다.

everyday

The furniture and wallpaper colors in this room are harmonious.

2

다문화 사회에서는 다양한 문화의 조화로운 공존이 중요하다.

academic

In a multicultural society, the harmonious coexistence of various cultures is important.

3

팀원들 간의 조화로운 협력이 프로젝트의 성공을 이끌었다.

business

Harmonious cooperation among team members led to the success of the project.

4

전통과 현대가 조화로운 건축물을 설계했다.

formal

They designed a building where tradition and modernity are harmonious.

5

너희 둘 진짜 조화롭게 잘 어울린다.

informal

You two really look harmonious together.

Word Family

Noun
조화
Verb
조화시키다
Adverb
조화롭게
Adjective
조화로운

Common Collocations

조화로운 관계 a harmonious relationship
조화로운 발전 harmonious development
색상이 조화롭다 colors are harmonious
조화롭게 섞이다 to mix harmoniously
조화로운 삶 a harmonious life

Common Phrases

신구의 조화

harmony between the old and the new

조화를 이루다

to achieve harmony

부조화

disharmony

Often Confused With

조화롭다 vs 비슷하다

비슷하다 means 'similar', while 조화롭다 means different things working well together.

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Usage Notes

Commonly used in the adverbial form '조화롭게' with verbs like '살다' or '어울리다'.

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Common Mistakes

Learners often forget to use '-롭다' for the adjective form and use the noun '조화' incorrectly.

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Memory Tip

Jo-Hwa sounds like 'Joy-Whale'—imagine a whale singing joyfully in harmony with the sea.

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Word Origin

From Sino-Korean 調 (tune/blend) and 和 (harmony).

Grammar Patterns

~와/과 조화롭다 조화로운 ~
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Cultural Context

Harmony (In-hwa) is a core value in Confucian-influenced societies like Korea.

Quick Quiz

도시와 자연이 ( ) 환경을 만들어야 한다.

Correct!

The correct answer is: 조화로운

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