변형하다
To change the shape, form, or nature of something. It often refers to a physical or structural modification of an original state.
Examples
3 of 5유전자를 변형하여 새로운 품종을 개발했다.
A new variety was developed by modifying genes.
작가는 전통 설화를 현대적으로 변형했다.
The author transformed a traditional folk tale into a modern version.
사용자의 필요에 따라 디자인을 변형할 수 있습니다.
The design can be modified according to the user's needs.
Word Family
Memory Tip
Byeon-Hyeong: Byeon (Change) + Hyeong (Shape/Type).
Quick Quiz
과학자들은 가뭄에 강한 ( ) 식물을 연구 중이다.
Correct!
The correct answer is: 유전자 변형
Examples
유전자를 변형하여 새로운 품종을 개발했다.
academicA new variety was developed by modifying genes.
작가는 전통 설화를 현대적으로 변형했다.
formalThe author transformed a traditional folk tale into a modern version.
사용자의 필요에 따라 디자인을 변형할 수 있습니다.
businessThe design can be modified according to the user's needs.
이 플라스틱은 뜨거운 물에 넣으면 변형돼.
informalThis plastic transforms/deforms if you put it in hot water.
충격으로 인해 차체가 심하게 변형되었다.
everydayThe car body was severely deformed due to the impact.
Word Family
Common Collocations
Common Phrases
변형 모델
modified model
변형 기작
transformation mechanism
변형판
variant version
Often Confused With
변화하다 is a general change, while 변형하다 specifically implies a change in 'form' (形) or 'shape'.
Usage Notes
Common in biology (GMOs), engineering, and arts when discussing adaptations.
Common Mistakes
Avoid using it for changes in price or weather; use '변동하다' or '변화하다'.
Memory Tip
Byeon-Hyeong: Byeon (Change) + Hyeong (Shape/Type).
Word Origin
From Sino-Korean 變 (change) + 形 (shape).
Grammar Patterns
Quick Quiz
과학자들은 가뭄에 강한 ( ) 식물을 연구 중이다.
Correct!
The correct answer is: 유전자 변형
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