주도적
Leading or taking the initiative in a task or situation. It describes someone who acts proactively rather than following others.
Examples
3 of 5학생들이 주도적으로 학습에 참여해야 합니다.
Students should proactively participate in learning.
우리 회사는 시장에서 주도적인 위치에 있습니다.
Our company is in a leading position in the market.
정부는 경제 개혁을 주도적으로 추진했습니다.
The government proactively pushed for economic reform.
Word Family
Memory Tip
Ju-do: 'Ju' (owner/main) and 'Do' (guide). To guide as the main owner.
Quick Quiz
현대 사회에서는 ___인 인재를 원한다.
Correct!
The correct answer is: 주도적
Examples
학생들이 주도적으로 학습에 참여해야 합니다.
academicStudents should proactively participate in learning.
우리 회사는 시장에서 주도적인 위치에 있습니다.
businessOur company is in a leading position in the market.
정부는 경제 개혁을 주도적으로 추진했습니다.
formalThe government proactively pushed for economic reform.
아이들이 주도적으로 놀이를 선택하게 하세요.
everydayLet the children choose their play proactively.
너는 왜 그렇게 주도적이지 못하니?
informalWhy aren't you more proactive?
Word Family
Common Collocations
Common Phrases
자기 주도 학습
self-directed learning
주도권 잡기
seizing the initiative
업계 주도
industry leadership
Often Confused With
능동적 means acting by one's own will, while 주도적 implies leading others or being at the forefront of a movement.
Usage Notes
Very positive trait in job interviews and academic performance reviews.
Common Mistakes
Avoid using it for situations where someone is forced to lead; it implies internal motivation.
Memory Tip
Ju-do: 'Ju' (owner/main) and 'Do' (guide). To guide as the main owner.
Word Origin
From Sino-Korean 主 (main/owner) and 導 (to lead).
Grammar Patterns
Cultural Context
Highly valued in modern Korean education (자기주도학습).
Quick Quiz
현대 사회에서는 ___인 인재를 원한다.
Correct!
The correct answer is: 주도적
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