심사
The formal process of evaluating, judging, or examining something (like an application, a work of art, or a performance).
Examples
3 of 5심사 위원들은 공정한 기준을 적용해야 합니다.
Judges must apply fair standards.
서류 심사를 통과한 분들에게만 연락을 드립니다.
We only contact those who have passed the document screening.
심사가 너무 까다로워서 떨어졌어.
The judging was so strict that I failed.
Word Family
Memory Tip
Sim (Examine) + Sa (Investigation) = Investigating and examining carefully.
Quick Quiz
장학생을 선발하기 위해 엄격한 ( )를 진행했습니다.
Correct!
The correct answer is: 심사
Examples
심사 위원들은 공정한 기준을 적용해야 합니다.
academicJudges must apply fair standards.
서류 심사를 통과한 분들에게만 연락을 드립니다.
formalWe only contact those who have passed the document screening.
심사가 너무 까다로워서 떨어졌어.
informalThe judging was so strict that I failed.
신용 심사 후에 대출 여부가 결정됩니다.
businessThe loan decision will be made after the credit screening.
심사 시간이 생각보다 오래 걸리네요.
everydayThe evaluation process is taking longer than expected.
Word Family
Common Collocations
Common Phrases
심사를 받다
to be judged / to undergo screening
심사를 거치다
to go through an evaluation process
엄격한 심사
strict screening
Often Confused With
검사 is usually a technical inspection or a medical test; 심사 is an evaluation of quality or eligibility.
Usage Notes
Essential for discussing academic processes, job applications, or competitions.
Common Mistakes
Mixing up '심사' (evaluation) with '검사' (medical/technical check).
Memory Tip
Sim (Examine) + Sa (Investigation) = Investigating and examining carefully.
Word Origin
From Sino-Korean: 審査 (examine/judge).
Grammar Patterns
Quick Quiz
장학생을 선발하기 위해 엄격한 ( )를 진행했습니다.
Correct!
The correct answer is: 심사
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