무역
The action of buying and selling goods and services between countries.
Examples
3 of 5그는 무역 회사에서 일하고 싶어 해요.
He wants to work for a trading company.
양국 간의 무역 규모가 점차 확대되고 있습니다.
The scale of trade between the two countries is gradually expanding.
무역은 복잡한 것 같아.
Trade seems complicated.
Word Family
Memory Tip
Mu-yeok sounds like 'Move' (goods across the) 'Yoke' (borders).
Quick Quiz
FTA는 자유 _____ 협정을 의미합니다.
Correct!
The correct answer is: 무역
Examples
그는 무역 회사에서 일하고 싶어 해요.
everydayHe wants to work for a trading company.
양국 간의 무역 규모가 점차 확대되고 있습니다.
formalThe scale of trade between the two countries is gradually expanding.
무역은 복잡한 것 같아.
informalTrade seems complicated.
자유 무역 협정은 경제 성장에 긍정적인 영향을 줍니다.
academicFree trade agreements have a positive impact on economic growth.
글로벌 무역 분쟁이 사업에 지장을 주고 있습니다.
businessGlobal trade disputes are hindering business.
Word Family
Common Collocations
Common Phrases
무역을 활성화하다
to revitalize trade
무역 흑자
trade surplus
무역 적자
trade deficit
Often Confused With
거래 is any general transaction, while 무역 specifically refers to international trade.
Usage Notes
Almost always refers to international commerce between nations.
Common Mistakes
Don't use it for small local sales; use '장사' or '거래' instead.
Memory Tip
Mu-yeok sounds like 'Move' (goods across the) 'Yoke' (borders).
Word Origin
From Sino-Korean 貿 (to trade) and 易 (to change/exchange).
Grammar Patterns
Cultural Context
Trade is vital to the South Korean economy due to its lack of natural resources.
Quick Quiz
FTA는 자유 _____ 협정을 의미합니다.
Correct!
The correct answer is: 무역
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