위계
A system or organization in which people or groups are ranked one above the other according to status or authority; hierarchy.
Examples
3 of 5사회적 위계가 소비 패턴에 영향을 미친다.
Social hierarchy influences consumption patterns.
수평적인 문화에서는 위계보다는 협력이 강조된다.
In horizontal cultures, cooperation is emphasized over hierarchy.
생태계에는 복잡한 위계 구조가 존재한다.
A complex hierarchical structure exists in the ecosystem.
Word Family
Memory Tip
Wi (Position) + Gye (Rank) = Ranking positions = Hierarchy.
Quick Quiz
전통적인 기업 구조는 상급자가 의사결정을 내리는 ____ 질서가 강하다.
Correct!
The correct answer is: 위계
Examples
사회적 위계가 소비 패턴에 영향을 미친다.
academicSocial hierarchy influences consumption patterns.
수평적인 문화에서는 위계보다는 협력이 강조된다.
businessIn horizontal cultures, cooperation is emphasized over hierarchy.
생태계에는 복잡한 위계 구조가 존재한다.
formalA complex hierarchical structure exists in the ecosystem.
선후배 사이에도 어느 정도의 위계는 있다.
everydayThere is some degree of hierarchy even between seniors and juniors.
여긴 위계가 너무 빡빡해서 숨이 막혀.
informalThe hierarchy here is so tight it's suffocating.
Word Family
Common Collocations
Common Phrases
위계가 뚜렷하다
hierarchy is distinct
위계를 무너뜨리다
to break down the hierarchy
엄격한 위계
strict hierarchy
Often Confused With
A homonym meaning 'deception/trickery' used in legal terms, whereas '위계(位階)' means hierarchy.
Usage Notes
Commonly used when discussing organizational behavior, sociology, or biological classifications.
Common Mistakes
Learners might confuse it with '위기' (crisis) due to similar spelling.
Memory Tip
Wi (Position) + Gye (Rank) = Ranking positions = Hierarchy.
Word Origin
From Sino-Korean 位 (position) + 階 (rank/stairs).
Grammar Patterns
Cultural Context
Korean society is traditionally influenced by Confucianism, which emphasizes hierarchical relationships.
Quick Quiz
전통적인 기업 구조는 상급자가 의사결정을 내리는 ____ 질서가 강하다.
Correct!
The correct answer is: 위계
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