식별하다
To recognize or distinguish something by identifying its specific characteristics. It is used in scientific or data-heavy contexts to describe telling things apart.
Examples
3 of 5컴퓨터 알고리즘이 얼굴을 정확하게 식별합니다.
The computer algorithm identifies faces accurately.
어두운 곳에서는 물체를 식별하기가 쉽지 않다.
It is not easy to identify objects in dark places.
지문은 개인을 식별하는 중요한 수단입니다.
Fingerprints are an important means of identifying individuals.
Word Family
Memory Tip
Think of a 'signal' (식) that helps you 'recognize' (별).
Quick Quiz
CCTV 영상을 통해 범인의 인상착의를 ( ) 할 수 있었다.
Correct!
The correct answer is: 식별
Examples
컴퓨터 알고리즘이 얼굴을 정확하게 식별합니다.
academicThe computer algorithm identifies faces accurately.
어두운 곳에서는 물체를 식별하기가 쉽지 않다.
everydayIt is not easy to identify objects in dark places.
지문은 개인을 식별하는 중요한 수단입니다.
formalFingerprints are an important means of identifying individuals.
브랜드 로고로 제품을 식별할 수 있다.
businessProducts can be identified by their brand logos.
멀리서 오는 사람이 누구인지 식별이 안 돼.
informalI can't tell who that person coming from afar is.
Word Family
Common Collocations
Common Phrases
식별 번호
identification number
식별 장치
identification device
식별 불가능
unidentifiable
Often Confused With
구별하다 is a general term for telling things apart, while 식별하다 sounds more technical or formal (like ID identification).
Usage Notes
Frequently used in technology (AI, biometrics) and forensic science.
Common Mistakes
Learners often use '알다' (to know), but '식별하다' is necessary for the specific process of distinguishing based on features.
Memory Tip
Think of a 'signal' (식) that helps you 'recognize' (별).
Word Origin
From Hanja 識 (to know/discern) and 別 (to divide/distinguish).
Grammar Patterns
Quick Quiz
CCTV 영상을 통해 범인의 인상착의를 ( ) 할 수 있었다.
Correct!
The correct answer is: 식별
Related Vocabulary
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차치하다
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전파
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응집
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지칭하다
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자인하다
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종합하다
B2To synthesize, integrate, or summarize various elements, information, or opinions into a whole.
정형화하다
B2To standardize something into a fixed form or pattern; to formalize or stereotype a process or idea.
우월성
B2The state or quality of being superior or better than others in ability, quality, or status.
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