설립하다
To establish or found an organization, institution, or system. It implies creating a formal entity with a specific purpose.
Examples
3 of 5정부는 새로운 연구 기관을 설립하기로 결정했다.
The government decided to establish a new research institute.
우리는 내년에 해외 지사를 설립할 계획입니다.
We plan to establish an overseas branch next year.
이 학교는 1950년에 설립되었습니다.
This school was established in 1950.
Word Family
Memory Tip
SUL (set) - LIP (stand). Setting something to stand up.
Quick Quiz
유니세프는 전 세계 어린이를 돕기 위해 ____ 되었습니다.
Correct!
The correct answer is: 설립
Examples
정부는 새로운 연구 기관을 설립하기로 결정했다.
formalThe government decided to establish a new research institute.
우리는 내년에 해외 지사를 설립할 계획입니다.
businessWe plan to establish an overseas branch next year.
이 학교는 1950년에 설립되었습니다.
academicThis school was established in 1950.
나중에 작은 카페를 설립하고 싶어.
informalI want to establish (start) a small cafe later.
비영리 단체를 설립하여 사회에 공헌하고 싶습니다.
everydayI want to contribute to society by establishing a non-profit organization.
Word Family
Common Collocations
Common Phrases
설립 취지
purpose of establishment
설립 허가
establishment permit
설립 기념일
founding anniversary
Often Confused With
건설하다 is for physical construction (buildings, roads), while 설립하다 is for organizations or systems.
Usage Notes
Frequently appears in IELTS reading passages about history, education, or corporate case studies.
Common Mistakes
Don't use it for small physical structures; use '짓다' or '건설하다' for buildings.
Memory Tip
SUL (set) - LIP (stand). Setting something to stand up.
Word Origin
From Sino-Korean 設立 (설립).
Grammar Patterns
Quick Quiz
유니세프는 전 세계 어린이를 돕기 위해 ____ 되었습니다.
Correct!
The correct answer is: 설립
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