기반 시설
The basic systems and services that are necessary for a country or an organization to run smoothly, such as buildings, transport, and water and power supplies.
Examples
3 of 5후진국일수록 기본적인 기반 시설이 부족한 경우가 많다.
Developing countries often lack basic infrastructure.
정부는 노후된 기반 시설을 교체하기로 결정했다.
The government decided to replace the aged infrastructure.
IT 기반 시설의 발전이 경제 성장을 견인하고 있다.
The development of IT infrastructure is driving economic growth.
Word Family
Memory Tip
Gi-ban: Foundation. Si-seol: Facilities. Foundation facilities.
Quick Quiz
신도시 건설에 앞서 전기와 수도 등 ____ 확충이 시급하다.
Correct!
The correct answer is: 기반 시설
Examples
후진국일수록 기본적인 기반 시설이 부족한 경우가 많다.
academicDeveloping countries often lack basic infrastructure.
정부는 노후된 기반 시설을 교체하기로 결정했다.
formalThe government decided to replace the aged infrastructure.
IT 기반 시설의 발전이 경제 성장을 견인하고 있다.
businessThe development of IT infrastructure is driving economic growth.
우리 동네는 문화 기반 시설이 잘 갖춰져 있어.
informalOur neighborhood has well-equipped cultural infrastructure.
재난 발생 시 기반 시설의 파괴는 큰 피해를 불러온다.
everydayDestruction of infrastructure during a disaster causes great damage.
Word Family
Common Collocations
Common Phrases
기반 시설 투자
infrastructure investment
핵심 기반 시설
key infrastructure
공공 기반 시설
public infrastructure
Often Confused With
건물 refers to a single building, while 기반 시설 refers to the whole system supporting society.
Usage Notes
Commonly used in IELTS topics related to urbanization and economic development.
Common Mistakes
Don't just say '인프라' in very formal Korean writing; '기반 시설' is preferred.
Memory Tip
Gi-ban: Foundation. Si-seol: Facilities. Foundation facilities.
Word Origin
From Sino-Korean 基 (base), 盤 (plate), 設 (set up), and 置 (place).
Grammar Patterns
Cultural Context
South Korea is known for its highly advanced IT and transportation infrastructure.
Quick Quiz
신도시 건설에 앞서 전기와 수도 등 ____ 확충이 시급하다.
Correct!
The correct answer is: 기반 시설
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