활용하다
To use something effectively or practically for a specific purpose. It implies making the most out of a resource or skill.
Examples
3 of 5여가 시간을 생산적으로 활용하는 것이 중요하다.
It is important to utilize leisure time productively.
이 기술은 의료 분야에서 널리 활용되고 있다.
This technology is being widely utilized in the medical field.
남은 음식을 활용해 새로운 요리를 만들었다.
I made a new dish by utilizing leftover food.
Word Family
Memory Tip
Think of 'Active' (활) 'Usage' (용).
Quick Quiz
폐품을 ___ 소품을 만들었습니다.
Correct!
The correct answer is: 활용해서
Examples
여가 시간을 생산적으로 활용하는 것이 중요하다.
formalIt is important to utilize leisure time productively.
이 기술은 의료 분야에서 널리 활용되고 있다.
academicThis technology is being widely utilized in the medical field.
남은 음식을 활용해 새로운 요리를 만들었다.
everydayI made a new dish by utilizing leftover food.
그는 인맥을 활용하여 사업을 확장했다.
businessHe expanded his business by utilizing his network.
너의 재능을 좀 더 활용해 봐.
informalTry to utilize your talent a bit more.
Word Family
Common Collocations
Common Phrases
적극 활용하다
to actively utilize
다각도로 활용하다
to utilize from various angles
공간 활용
utilization of space
Often Confused With
이용하다 is a general term for 'use', while 활용하다 emphasizes practical or effective application.
Usage Notes
Commonly used when discussing how to solve problems using existing tools or skills.
Common Mistakes
Don't confuse with '사용하다', which is just the act of using; '활용하다' implies a more strategic use.
Memory Tip
Think of 'Active' (활) 'Usage' (용).
Word Origin
From Sino-Korean 活 (lively/active) and 用 (use).
Grammar Patterns
Quick Quiz
폐품을 ___ 소품을 만들었습니다.
Correct!
The correct answer is: 활용해서
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