유의미하다
To be significant or meaningful, especially in a statistical or academic context where results are unlikely to have occurred by chance. It implies that a finding has importance or relevance to the subject being studied.
Examples
3 of 5이번 실험 데이터는 통계적으로 유의미하다.
This experimental data is statistically significant.
그의 발언은 이번 협상에서 유의미한 변화를 이끌어냈다.
His remarks led to a meaningful change in this negotiation.
환경 보호를 위한 유의미한 실천이 필요합니다.
Meaningful actions for environmental protection are necessary.
Word Family
Memory Tip
Think of '유' (exist) + '의미' (meaning) = meaning exists substantially.
Quick Quiz
두 집단의 점수 차이가 통계적으로 ( )하게 나타났다.
Correct!
The correct answer is: 유의미
Examples
이번 실험 데이터는 통계적으로 유의미하다.
academicThis experimental data is statistically significant.
그의 발언은 이번 협상에서 유의미한 변화를 이끌어냈다.
businessHis remarks led to a meaningful change in this negotiation.
환경 보호를 위한 유의미한 실천이 필요합니다.
formalMeaningful actions for environmental protection are necessary.
이 일은 내 인생에서 정말 유의미한 경험이었어.
informalThis work was a truly meaningful experience in my life.
우리는 유의미한 성과를 거두기 위해 노력하고 있습니다.
everydayWe are working hard to achieve significant results.
Word Family
Common Collocations
Common Phrases
유의미한 수준에서
at a significant level
유의미한 발전을 이루다
to achieve significant progress
유의미한 영향을 미치다
to have a significant impact
Often Confused With
'의미 있다' is general, while '유의미하다' is more formal and used in academic or statistical contexts.
Usage Notes
Mainly used in reports, research papers, or formal discussions to indicate that a result is not accidental.
Common Mistakes
Avoid using it for trivial everyday importance; use '중요하다' instead.
Memory Tip
Think of '유' (exist) + '의미' (meaning) = meaning exists substantially.
Word Origin
Derived from Sino-Korean characters 有 (to have) and 意味 (meaning).
Grammar Patterns
Quick Quiz
두 집단의 점수 차이가 통계적으로 ( )하게 나타났다.
Correct!
The correct answer is: 유의미
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More research words
질적
B2Relating to the quality or standard of something rather than its quantity. It focuses on the nature or character of an object or phenomenon in academic contexts.
유효성
B1The quality of being effective or valid; the degree to which something achieves its intended purpose or meets standards.
설문
B1A set of questions used to gather information or opinions from a group of people; a survey or questionnaire.
대상
B1The person or thing that is the focus of an action, study, or research. It often refers to the 'target' or 'participants' in an academic experiment.
기록하다
B1To write down or keep track of facts, events, or data to preserve them for the future. In an academic context, it refers to the systematic collection of observations or results.
탐색
B1The act of searching or investigating something thoroughly; exploration of ideas or locations.
종합적
B1Being comprehensive or holistic; putting together various elements or aspects into one whole.
개별적
B1Relating to individuals or single items rather than a group. It emphasizes the uniqueness or separation of each part.
조작
B21. To operate a machine or device. 2. To manipulate data or facts, often in a dishonest way. 3. In research, the deliberate alteration of independent variables.
취합하다
B2To collect, gather, or aggregate various pieces of information, data, or opinions into one place for review or processing.
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