권리
A moral or legal entitlement to have or obtain something or to act in a certain way.
Examples
3 of 5우리는 투표할 권리가 있습니다.
We have the right to vote.
저작권은 창작자의 권리를 보호합니다.
Copyright protects the rights of creators.
그건 내 정당한 권리야.
That is my legitimate right.
Word Family
Memory Tip
Gwon-ri: Think of a 'Gwon' (fist/power) used for 'Ri' (reason/logic). A logical power you have.
Quick Quiz
모든 어린이는 교육을 받을 ( )이/가 있다.
Correct!
The correct answer is: 권리
Examples
우리는 투표할 권리가 있습니다.
everydayWe have the right to vote.
저작권은 창작자의 권리를 보호합니다.
formalCopyright protects the rights of creators.
그건 내 정당한 권리야.
informalThat is my legitimate right.
헌법은 국민의 기본적 권리를 명시하고 있다.
academicThe constitution specifies the fundamental rights of the people.
계약서에 명시된 권리를 행사하겠습니다.
businessI will exercise the rights specified in the contract.
Word Family
Common Collocations
Common Phrases
인권 유린
human rights violation
재산권
property rights
참정권
right to vote/suffrage
Often Confused With
권리 is a 'right' (legal entitlement), while 권력 is 'power' (political or social authority).
Usage Notes
Essential for IELTS Task 2 topics regarding human rights, animal rights, or privacy.
Common Mistakes
Don't confuse '권리' (right) with '의무' (duty). They are often discussed together as opposites.
Memory Tip
Gwon-ri: Think of a 'Gwon' (fist/power) used for 'Ri' (reason/logic). A logical power you have.
Word Origin
From Sino-Korean 權 (power/right) + 利 (benefit).
Grammar Patterns
Quick Quiz
모든 어린이는 교육을 받을 ( )이/가 있다.
Correct!
The correct answer is: 권리
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