합성
The process of combining two or more things to create something new. Commonly used in chemistry (synthesis) or digital media (composite/editing).
Examples
3 of 5사진 합성 기술이 매우 정교해졌다.
Photo composition technology has become very sophisticated.
새로운 신약을 합성하는 데 성공했다.
Succeeded in synthesizing a new drug.
이 재료는 천연이 아니라 합성 소재입니다.
This material is synthetic, not natural.
Word Family
Memory Tip
Hap-seong: 'Hap' (combine) + 'Seong' (make/accomplish). Combine to make something.
Quick Quiz
식물은 햇빛을 이용해 영양분을 만드는 광_____을 한다.
Correct!
The correct answer is: 합성
Examples
사진 합성 기술이 매우 정교해졌다.
everydayPhoto composition technology has become very sophisticated.
새로운 신약을 합성하는 데 성공했다.
academicSucceeded in synthesizing a new drug.
이 재료는 천연이 아니라 합성 소재입니다.
businessThis material is synthetic, not natural.
이건 합성한 티가 너무 나.
informalIt's too obvious that this was edited/synthesized.
유기 화합물의 합성 과정을 설명하세요.
formalExplain the synthesis process of organic compounds.
Word Family
Common Collocations
Common Phrases
합성 수지
synthetic resin (plastic)
합성 기술
synthesis technology
광합성
photosynthesis
Often Confused With
혼합 is just mixing; 합성 implies creating a new chemical or structural entity.
Usage Notes
Common in IELTS Reading passages about science, environment, or technology.
Common Mistakes
Don't confuse '합성' with '조립' (assembling parts).
Memory Tip
Hap-seong: 'Hap' (combine) + 'Seong' (make/accomplish). Combine to make something.
Word Origin
From Sino-Korean 合 (combine) and 成 (become/form).
Grammar Patterns
Quick Quiz
식물은 햇빛을 이용해 영양분을 만드는 광_____을 한다.
Correct!
The correct answer is: 합성
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