생명력
The strength or power to survive and continue living or existing. It can refer to biological life or the enduring quality of an idea, culture, or organization.
Examples
3 of 5잡초는 척박한 환경에서도 끈질긴 생명력을 보여준다.
Weeds show persistent vitality even in barren environments.
민주주의의 생명력은 시민들의 자발적인 참여에서 나온다.
The vitality of democracy comes from the voluntary participation of citizens.
전통 시장이 생명력을 유지하기 위해서는 현대화가 필요합니다.
Modernization is necessary for traditional markets to maintain their vitality.
Word Family
Memory Tip
Think of 'Saeng-myeong' (Life) + 'Ryeok' (Power) = Life Power.
Quick Quiz
고전 음악이 오늘날까지 ______을/를 유지하는 이유는 그 보편적 가치 때문이다.
Correct!
The correct answer is: 생명력
Examples
잡초는 척박한 환경에서도 끈질긴 생명력을 보여준다.
everydayWeeds show persistent vitality even in barren environments.
민주주의의 생명력은 시민들의 자발적인 참여에서 나온다.
academicThe vitality of democracy comes from the voluntary participation of citizens.
전통 시장이 생명력을 유지하기 위해서는 현대화가 필요합니다.
formalModernization is necessary for traditional markets to maintain their vitality.
신생 기업치고는 생명력이 꽤 길네.
informalFor a startup, its vitality (longevity) is quite long.
기업의 생명력을 높이기 위해서는 끊임없는 혁신이 필수적이다.
businessConstant innovation is essential to increase a company's viability.
Word Family
Common Collocations
Common Phrases
예술적 생명력
artistic vitality
생명력의 원천
source of vitality
강인한 생명력
tough vitality
Often Confused With
Usage Notes
Often used metaphorically in IELTS essays about culture, tradition, or business longevity.
Common Mistakes
Learners sometimes use '생명' when they should use '생명력' to describe the *strength* of survival.
Memory Tip
Think of 'Saeng-myeong' (Life) + 'Ryeok' (Power) = Life Power.
Word Origin
From Sino-Korean 生 (life) + 命 (life/command) + 力 (power).
Grammar Patterns
Quick Quiz
고전 음악이 오늘날까지 ______을/를 유지하는 이유는 그 보편적 가치 때문이다.
Correct!
The correct answer is: 생명력
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