착안
The act of getting a hint or coming up with a new idea from observing a specific phenomenon or situation. It refers to the origin of an idea or insight.
Examples
3 of 5이 발명품은 일상의 불편함에서 착안한 것이다.
This invention was inspired by everyday inconveniences.
어디에서 그런 기발한 아이디어를 착안했나요?
Where did you get the hint for such a brilliant idea?
연구자는 기존 실험의 오류에서 착안하여 새로운 가설을 세웠다.
The researcher formed a new hypothesis inspired by the errors of existing experiments.
Word Family
Memory Tip
Chak (attach) + An (eye) = Attaching your eye to a detail to get an idea.
Quick Quiz
연꽃의 방수 기능에서 ( )하여 비에 젖지 않는 옷을 만들었다.
Correct!
The correct answer is: 착안
Examples
이 발명품은 일상의 불편함에서 착안한 것이다.
everydayThis invention was inspired by everyday inconveniences.
어디에서 그런 기발한 아이디어를 착안했나요?
businessWhere did you get the hint for such a brilliant idea?
연구자는 기존 실험의 오류에서 착안하여 새로운 가설을 세웠다.
academicThe researcher formed a new hypothesis inspired by the errors of existing experiments.
친구의 말 한마디에서 착안해서 사업을 시작했어.
informalI started the business inspired by a single word from a friend.
자연의 원리에 착안한 디자인.
formalDesign inspired by the principles of nature.
Word Family
Common Collocations
Common Phrases
착안 사항
points to note/consider
착안의 계기
opportunity for the idea
우연한 착안
accidental inspiration
Often Confused With
착상 is more about the internal formation of an idea or embryo, while 착안 focuses on getting the idea from an external source.
Usage Notes
Commonly used in academic papers or interviews to explain how a research topic or product was born.
Common Mistakes
Do not use with '생각하다' as a simple synonym; '착안' requires a source or hint.
Memory Tip
Chak (attach) + An (eye) = Attaching your eye to a detail to get an idea.
Word Origin
From Sino-Korean 着 (touch/attach) and 眼 (eye).
Grammar Patterns
Quick Quiz
연꽃의 방수 기능에서 ( )하여 비에 젖지 않는 옷을 만들었다.
Correct!
The correct answer is: 착안
Related Vocabulary
More academic words
부연
B2The act of adding more details or explanations to clarify a point. It is often used to expand on a topic sentence in an essay.
열거
B2The act of listing things one by one. It is a common rhetorical device used in academic writing to present multiple points or examples.
확증
B2A clear and certain proof or evidence that confirms a fact or theory. It is a stronger term than just 'evidence'.
상보적
B2Complementary; referring to two things that provide what the other lacks, thus making a complete or improved whole.
근간
B2The core foundation, basis, or backbone of something, such as a thought, a system, or an organization.
단초
B2The very first clue, lead, or beginning point that allows a problem to be solved or an event to start.
담론
B2A formal discussion or debate on a particular topic, often referring to the way a subject is spoken about in society.
기저
B2The lowest or fundamental part of something; the basis or underlying foundation of a phenomenon.
적실성
B2The quality of being appropriate, applicable, or relevant to a particular matter or current situation; relevance.
개관
B2A general summary, broad survey, or overview of the overall contents or main points of a subject.
Comments (0)
Login to CommentStart learning languages for free
Start Learning Free