여파
The remaining influence or consequences of an event, especially a negative or large-scale one; aftermath.
Examples
3 of 5전쟁의 여파가 아직도 남아 있다.
The aftermath of the war still remains.
태풍의 여파로 농작물 피해가 심각합니다.
Due to the aftermath of the typhoon, crop damage is serious.
그 사건의 여파가 꽤 오래가네.
The aftermath of that incident is lasting quite a while.
Word Family
Memory Tip
Yeo (Remaining) + Pa (Wave). The remaining waves after a big splash.
Quick Quiz
경기 침체의 ( )로 실업률이 상승했다.
Correct!
The correct answer is: 여파
Examples
전쟁의 여파가 아직도 남아 있다.
everydayThe aftermath of the war still remains.
태풍의 여파로 농작물 피해가 심각합니다.
formalDue to the aftermath of the typhoon, crop damage is serious.
그 사건의 여파가 꽤 오래가네.
informalThe aftermath of that incident is lasting quite a while.
정책 변화의 여파에 대한 심층적인 분석이 필요하다.
academicAn in-depth analysis of the aftermath of policy changes is needed.
구조조정의 여파로 사내 분위기가 침체되었다.
businessThe internal atmosphere has become depressed due to the aftermath of restructuring.
Word Family
Common Collocations
Common Phrases
그 여파로 인해
due to the aftermath
심각한 사회적 여파
serious social aftermath
부정적인 여파
negative aftermath
Often Confused With
'영향' is neutral influence, while '여파' usually implies the 'rippling' consequences following a major event, often negative.
Usage Notes
Commonly used in news reports about economics, disasters, or politics.
Common Mistakes
Learners often use '영향' everywhere; '여파' is better for 'after-effects' of big events.
Memory Tip
Yeo (Remaining) + Pa (Wave). The remaining waves after a big splash.
Word Origin
From Sino-Korean 餘波.
Grammar Patterns
Quick Quiz
경기 침체의 ( )로 실업률이 상승했다.
Correct!
The correct answer is: 여파
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