단위
A specific quantity or amount used as a standard of measurement. It can also refer to a basic component or group within a larger organization.
Examples
3 of 5가족은 사회의 가장 작은 단위입니다.
The family is the smallest unit of society.
측정 단위를 통일해야 합니다.
Measurement units must be unified.
너 이거 단위가 뭐야?
What is the unit for this?
Word Family
Memory Tip
Dan-wi: think of 'Down-We' go into smaller units.
Quick Quiz
한국의 화폐 ____는 원(Won)입니다.
Correct!
The correct answer is: 단위
Examples
가족은 사회의 가장 작은 단위입니다.
everydayThe family is the smallest unit of society.
측정 단위를 통일해야 합니다.
formalMeasurement units must be unified.
너 이거 단위가 뭐야?
informalWhat is the unit for this?
분자 단위에서 반응이 일어납니다.
academicThe reaction occurs at the molecular unit/level.
팀 단위로 보너스를 지급합니다.
businessBonuses are paid on a team unit basis.
Word Family
Common Collocations
Common Phrases
단위 농도
unit concentration
단위 원가
unit cost
단위 가격
unit price
Often Confused With
단위 is a specific standard of measure (like 'kg'), whereas 척도 is a 'scale' or 'yardstick' (more abstract).
Usage Notes
Crucial for IELTS Writing Task 1 when describing charts and graphs.
Common Mistakes
Learners often forget to mention the '단위' when describing data in Task 1.
Memory Tip
Dan-wi: think of 'Down-We' go into smaller units.
Word Origin
From Sino-Korean 單位.
Grammar Patterns
Quick Quiz
한국의 화폐 ____는 원(Won)입니다.
Correct!
The correct answer is: 단위
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