수단
A means, method, or instrument used to achieve a particular goal. Frequently used when discussing transportation or communication methods in IELTS.
Examples
3 of 5다른 수단을 찾아봅시다.
Let's find another means.
언어는 의사소통의 가장 강력한 수단입니다.
Language is the most powerful means of communication.
수단과 방법을 가리지 마.
Don't worry about the means and methods (just do it).
Word Family
Memory Tip
Su (hand) + Dan (step/stage) = A hand-held step/tool to get somewhere.
Quick Quiz
인터넷은 정보 공유를 위한 중요한 ( )이다.
Correct!
The correct answer is: 수단
Examples
다른 수단을 찾아봅시다.
everydayLet's find another means.
언어는 의사소통의 가장 강력한 수단입니다.
formalLanguage is the most powerful means of communication.
수단과 방법을 가리지 마.
informalDon't worry about the means and methods (just do it).
교육은 사회적 신분 상승의 수단으로 여겨지기도 한다.
academicEducation is sometimes considered a means of social mobility.
새로운 마케팅 수단을 도입해야 합니다.
businessWe need to introduce new marketing means.
Word Family
Common Collocations
Common Phrases
생계 수단
means of livelihood
효과적인 수단
effective means
수단이 좋다
to be resourceful (have good means)
Often Confused With
방법 is a general 'way' to do something, while 수단 emphasizes the 'tool' or 'instrument' used to reach an end.
Usage Notes
Often used in the context of '교통 수단' (transportation) or '통신 수단' (communication).
Common Mistakes
Do not confuse with '수업' (class).
Memory Tip
Su (hand) + Dan (step/stage) = A hand-held step/tool to get somewhere.
Word Origin
From Sino-Korean 手段 (means/trick).
Grammar Patterns
Quick Quiz
인터넷은 정보 공유를 위한 중요한 ( )이다.
Correct!
The correct answer is: 수단
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영향
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현상
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주장하다
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증가하다
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감소하다
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관점
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결과
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중요성
B2The state or fact of being of great significance or value. Frequently used in introductions of academic essays to justify the topic.
해결책
B2A means of solving a problem or dealing with a difficult situation. Essential for 'Problem and Solution' type essays in IELTS.
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