B2 noun Neutral

동기부여

[toŋ.ɡi.bu.jʌ]

The act of providing a reason or incentive to do something; the psychological stimulus that causes a person to act.

Examples

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1

성공한 사람들의 강연은 나에게 큰 동기부여가 되었다.

Lectures by successful people became a big motivation for me.

2

직원들의 사기 진작을 위해 적절한 동기부여가 필요합니다.

Proper motivation is needed to boost employee morale.

3

공부하기 싫을 땐 스스로 동기부여를 하려고 노력해봐.

When you don't want to study, try to motivate yourself.

Word Family

Noun
동기부여
Verb
동기부여하다
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Memory Tip

Dong-gi (Motive) + Bu-yeo (Give) = Giving a motive.

Quick Quiz

칭찬은 아이들에게 아주 좋은 ___ 수단이 된다.

Correct!

The correct answer is: 동기부여

Examples

1

성공한 사람들의 강연은 나에게 큰 동기부여가 되었다.

everyday

Lectures by successful people became a big motivation for me.

2

직원들의 사기 진작을 위해 적절한 동기부여가 필요합니다.

formal

Proper motivation is needed to boost employee morale.

3

공부하기 싫을 땐 스스로 동기부여를 하려고 노력해봐.

informal

When you don't want to study, try to motivate yourself.

4

내적 동기부여가 외적 보상보다 학습 효과가 더 오래 지속된다.

academic

Intrinsic motivation lasts longer than extrinsic rewards in learning effectiveness.

5

성과급 제도는 단기적인 동기부여에 효과적일 수 있습니다.

business

A performance-based pay system can be effective for short-term motivation.

Word Family

Noun
동기부여
Verb
동기부여하다

Common Collocations

동기부여를 하다 to motivate
동기부여가 되다 to be motivated
강력한 동기부여 strong motivation
내적 동기부여 intrinsic motivation
동기부여 전략 motivation strategy

Common Phrases

자기 동기부여

self-motivation

동기부여 영상

motivational video

동기부여 결여

lack of motivation

Often Confused With

동기부여 vs 자극

Stimulus (자극) is any input that causes a reaction, while motivation (동기부여) is specifically about the 'why' behind goal-oriented behavior.

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Usage Notes

Common in HR, self-help, and educational psychology.

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Common Mistakes

Ensure to use the particle '를' with '하다' when using it as a verb.

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Memory Tip

Dong-gi (Motive) + Bu-yeo (Give) = Giving a motive.

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Word Origin

From Hanja: 動機 (motive) + 賦與 (to grant/bestow).

Grammar Patterns

~에게 동기부여를 하다 ~이/가 동기부여가 되다

Quick Quiz

칭찬은 아이들에게 아주 좋은 ___ 수단이 된다.

Correct!

The correct answer is: 동기부여

More education words

창의적이다

B1

Having or showing an ability to make new things or think of new ideas. It is a key trait discussed in IELTS topics regarding education and problem-solving.

숙련

B1

The state of being highly skilled or proficient in a particular task through practice and experience. It is often used to describe professional expertise.

실력

B1

The actual ability, skill, or competence that a person has in a particular field, often developed through practice or study.

수월성

B2

The quality of being outstanding or extremely good; excellence or proficiency in a particular field, especially in education.

교육 수준

B1

The highest level of education that a person has successfully completed. Often used as a variable in sociology and economics to explain income or health outcomes.

참조

B1

The action of mentioning or alluding to something; looking at a source for information. Academic integrity relies on proper referencing.

문해율

B1

The percentage of people who are able to read and write; literacy rate.

자기계발

B2

The act of developing one's own potential, skills, or character. It refers to self-improvement activities for personal or professional growth.

집중도

B1

The degree or level of focus or concentration on a particular task or object. Often used in IELTS when discussing study habits, workplace efficiency, or advertising.

인격

B1

The quality of being a person; character or personality that commands respect. It often refers to one's moral integrity and individuality.

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