화합
Harmony or reconciliation between different groups, people, or ideas. It implies a state of being in agreement or unity.
Examples
3 of 5사회적 화합을 위해 노력해야 한다.
We must strive for social harmony.
노사 간의 화합이 회사의 성장을 이끌었습니다.
Harmony between labor and management led the company's growth.
가족의 화합이 가장 중요하다.
Family harmony is the most important.
Word Family
Memory Tip
Hwa-Hap: Hwa (Peace) + Hap (Join) = Joining in peace.
Quick Quiz
지역 간의 ______을 이끌어내는 것이 정부의 과제이다.
Correct!
The correct answer is: 화합
Examples
사회적 화합을 위해 노력해야 한다.
academicWe must strive for social harmony.
노사 간의 화합이 회사의 성장을 이끌었습니다.
businessHarmony between labor and management led the company's growth.
가족의 화합이 가장 중요하다.
everydayFamily harmony is the most important.
두 나라의 화합을 기원합니다.
formalI pray for harmony between the two countries.
우리 반 친구들끼리 화합이 잘 돼.
informalMy classmates get along in harmony.
Word Family
Common Collocations
Common Phrases
화합과 소통
harmony and communication
계층 간의 화합
harmony between social classes
진정한 화합
true harmony
Often Confused With
조화 is more about balance/aesthetics; 화합 is about people/groups reaching unity.
Usage Notes
Used in IELTS when discussing multiculturalism, social conflicts, or globalization.
Common Mistakes
Do not confuse with '화합물' which is a chemical compound.
Memory Tip
Hwa-Hap: Hwa (Peace) + Hap (Join) = Joining in peace.
Word Origin
From Sino-Korean 'hwa' (peace/harmony) and 'hap' (join).
Grammar Patterns
Cultural Context
A key value in Korean society, often emphasized in political speeches.
Quick Quiz
지역 간의 ______을 이끌어내는 것이 정부의 과제이다.
Correct!
The correct answer is: 화합
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