토양
The top layer of the earth's surface in which plants grow. It is a key term in agriculture and environmental science.
Examples
3 of 5토양 오염은 심각한 환경 문제입니다.
Soil pollution is a serious environmental problem.
비료는 토양의 영양분을 보충해 줍니다.
Fertilizer replenishes the nutrients in the soil.
여기 토양은 식물이 자라기에 안 좋아.
The soil here is not good for plants to grow.
Word Family
Memory Tip
Think of 'To' (earth) + 'Yang' (nourish).
Quick Quiz
화학 비료를 너무 많이 쓰면 ( )이 오염될 수 있다.
Correct!
The correct answer is: 토양
Examples
토양 오염은 심각한 환경 문제입니다.
academicSoil pollution is a serious environmental problem.
비료는 토양의 영양분을 보충해 줍니다.
formalFertilizer replenishes the nutrients in the soil.
여기 토양은 식물이 자라기에 안 좋아.
informalThe soil here is not good for plants to grow.
우리는 건강한 토양을 보존해야 합니다.
everydayWe must preserve healthy soil.
이 지역의 토양은 산성도가 높습니다.
academicThe soil in this area has high acidity.
Word Family
Common Collocations
Common Phrases
토양을 가꾸다
to cultivate the soil
척박한 토양
barren soil
토양의 질
soil quality
Often Confused With
'흙' is the common everyday word for dirt/earth, while '토양' is the scientific/academic term.
Usage Notes
Use '토양' in reports, exams, and formal writing instead of '흙'.
Common Mistakes
Avoid using '토양' when you just mean you got dirt on your clothes.
Memory Tip
Think of 'To' (earth) + 'Yang' (nourish).
Word Origin
From Sino-Korean 土壤 (earth + soil).
Grammar Patterns
Quick Quiz
화학 비료를 너무 많이 쓰면 ( )이 오염될 수 있다.
Correct!
The correct answer is: 토양
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