구조
The arrangement of and relations between the parts or elements of something complex. Can refer to physical buildings, social systems, or the organization of an essay.
Examples
3 of 5우리 집 구조는 방이 세 개예요.
My house layout (structure) has three rooms.
사회 구조의 변화는 개인의 삶에 큰 영향을 미칩니다.
Changes in social structure have a great impact on individuals' lives.
이 문장은 구조가 너무 복잡해.
The structure of this sentence is too complex.
Word Family
Memory Tip
Gu-jo (구조) - 'Gu' sounds like 'Glue', holding the 'jo' (joints) of the structure together.
Quick Quiz
글의 _____가 탄탄해야 독자가 내용을 쉽게 이해할 수 있다.
Correct!
The correct answer is: 구조
Examples
우리 집 구조는 방이 세 개예요.
everydayMy house layout (structure) has three rooms.
사회 구조의 변화는 개인의 삶에 큰 영향을 미칩니다.
formalChanges in social structure have a great impact on individuals' lives.
이 문장은 구조가 너무 복잡해.
informalThe structure of this sentence is too complex.
언어의 문법 구조를 분석하는 것은 언어학의 기초이다.
academicAnalyzing the grammatical structure of a language is the basis of linguistics.
회사의 지배 구조를 개선하기 위해 노력하고 있습니다.
businessWe are working to improve the company's governance structure.
Word Family
Common Collocations
Common Phrases
구조 조정
restructuring (often in business/layoffs)
이중 구조
dual structure
권력 구조
power structure
Often Confused With
구성 is the act of 'composing' or 'makeup' of parts; 구조 is the fixed 'arrangement' or 'framework'.
Usage Notes
Useful in academic writing to describe systems, arguments, or biological entities.
Common Mistakes
Do not confuse with '구조' (rescue), which is a homonym.
Memory Tip
Gu-jo (구조) - 'Gu' sounds like 'Glue', holding the 'jo' (joints) of the structure together.
Word Origin
From Sino-Korean 構造: 構 (build) + 造 (make).
Grammar Patterns
Quick Quiz
글의 _____가 탄탄해야 독자가 내용을 쉽게 이해할 수 있다.
Correct!
The correct answer is: 구조
Related Grammar Rules
Related Vocabulary
More academic words
부연
B2The act of adding more details or explanations to clarify a point. It is often used to expand on a topic sentence in an essay.
열거
B2The act of listing things one by one. It is a common rhetorical device used in academic writing to present multiple points or examples.
확증
B2A clear and certain proof or evidence that confirms a fact or theory. It is a stronger term than just 'evidence'.
상보적
B2Complementary; referring to two things that provide what the other lacks, thus making a complete or improved whole.
근간
B2The core foundation, basis, or backbone of something, such as a thought, a system, or an organization.
단초
B2The very first clue, lead, or beginning point that allows a problem to be solved or an event to start.
담론
B2A formal discussion or debate on a particular topic, often referring to the way a subject is spoken about in society.
기저
B2The lowest or fundamental part of something; the basis or underlying foundation of a phenomenon.
적실성
B2The quality of being appropriate, applicable, or relevant to a particular matter or current situation; relevance.
개관
B2A general summary, broad survey, or overview of the overall contents or main points of a subject.
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