장악하다
To take full control of something, such as power, a market, or a situation.
Examples
3 of 5반란군이 수도를 완전히 장악했다.
The rebels have completely seized control of the capital.
그는 무대를 장악하는 카리스마가 있다.
He has the charisma to command the stage.
디지털 플랫폼이 정보 유통을 장악하고 있다.
Digital platforms are dominating information distribution.
Word Family
Memory Tip
Jang-ak: Think of 'Giant' (Jang) 'Action' (Ak) -> Taking giant control.
Quick Quiz
스마트폰 시장을 ____ 위해 글로벌 기업들이 경쟁하고 있다.
Correct!
The correct answer is: 장악하기
Examples
반란군이 수도를 완전히 장악했다.
formalThe rebels have completely seized control of the capital.
그는 무대를 장악하는 카리스마가 있다.
everydayHe has the charisma to command the stage.
디지털 플랫폼이 정보 유통을 장악하고 있다.
academicDigital platforms are dominating information distribution.
우리 팀이 경기 주도권을 장악했다.
informalOur team took control of the game's momentum.
새로운 CEO는 조직을 빠르게 장악해 나갔다.
businessThe new CEO quickly took control of the organization.
Word Family
Common Collocations
Common Phrases
완벽하게 장악하다
to dominate perfectly
시장 장악력
market dominance power
권력 장악
seizure of power
Often Confused With
지배하다 is to rule over long-term, while 장악하다 emphasizes the 'act of seizing control' or 'dominating'.
Usage Notes
Used in both literal (military/political) and metaphorical (market/stage) contexts.
Common Mistakes
Learners might think it only applies to war, but it's very common in business (market share).
Memory Tip
Jang-ak: Think of 'Giant' (Jang) 'Action' (Ak) -> Taking giant control.
Word Origin
From Sino-Korean '掌握' (palm + grasp).
Grammar Patterns
Quick Quiz
스마트폰 시장을 ____ 위해 글로벌 기업들이 경쟁하고 있다.
Correct!
The correct answer is: 장악하기
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