수단
A means, method, or instrument used to achieve a particular goal. Frequently used when discussing transportation or communication methods in IELTS.
Examples
3 of 5다른 수단을 찾아봅시다.
Let's find another means.
언어는 의사소통의 가장 강력한 수단입니다.
Language is the most powerful means of communication.
수단과 방법을 가리지 마.
Don't worry about the means and methods (just do it).
Word Family
Memory Tip
Su (hand) + Dan (step/stage) = A hand-held step/tool to get somewhere.
Quick Quiz
인터넷은 정보 공유를 위한 중요한 ( )이다.
Correct!
The correct answer is: 수단
Examples
다른 수단을 찾아봅시다.
everydayLet's find another means.
언어는 의사소통의 가장 강력한 수단입니다.
formalLanguage is the most powerful means of communication.
수단과 방법을 가리지 마.
informalDon't worry about the means and methods (just do it).
교육은 사회적 신분 상승의 수단으로 여겨지기도 한다.
academicEducation is sometimes considered a means of social mobility.
새로운 마케팅 수단을 도입해야 합니다.
businessWe need to introduce new marketing means.
Word Family
Common Collocations
Common Phrases
생계 수단
means of livelihood
효과적인 수단
effective means
수단이 좋다
to be resourceful (have good means)
Often Confused With
방법 is a general 'way' to do something, while 수단 emphasizes the 'tool' or 'instrument' used to reach an end.
Usage Notes
Often used in the context of '교통 수단' (transportation) or '통신 수단' (communication).
Common Mistakes
Do not confuse with '수업' (class).
Memory Tip
Su (hand) + Dan (step/stage) = A hand-held step/tool to get somewhere.
Word Origin
From Sino-Korean 手段 (means/trick).
Grammar Patterns
Quick Quiz
인터넷은 정보 공유를 위한 중요한 ( )이다.
Correct!
The correct answer is: 수단
Related Vocabulary
More academic words
양자
B2Both of two parties or things being discussed; often used in the context of agreements, comparisons, or relationships between two entities.
무작위
B2Performed or occurring without a specific pattern, purpose, or selection criteria; random.
망라하다
B2To include or encompass everything within a certain range without leaving anything out.
결부시키다
B2To connect or link two different things, ideas, or events together. It implies that there is a significant relationship between them.
실증하다
B2To prove or demonstrate something with actual evidence, facts, or experiments. It emphasizes the empirical nature of the proof.
상호연계
B2The state of being connected or related to each other. It describes how different parts of a system influence one another.
주창
B2The act of leading or taking the initiative to propose a new theory, idea, or doctrine.
재고
B2The act of thinking about something again, especially to change a decision or opinion; reconsideration.
임계점
B2The point at which a physical, chemical, or social state changes abruptly. In a broader sense, it refers to a limit or threshold beyond which a major change occurs.
소거하다
B2To eliminate or remove specific elements, often through a process of deduction, cleaning, or logical reasoning. It is frequently used in mathematics, logic, and experimental science.
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