심리
The mental state, emotions, or processes of a person or group. It often refers to the study of the human mind.
Examples
3 of 5요즘 제 심리가 불안정해서 상담을 받고 있어요.
My psychological state is unstable lately, so I'm getting counseling.
범죄자의 심리 상태에 대한 정밀 조사가 필요합니다.
A detailed investigation into the perpetrator's psychological state is necessary.
사람 심리가 참 묘하지?
Human psychology is quite strange, isn't it?
Word Family
Memory Tip
Sim (heart/mind) + Ri (logic/reason). The logic of the heart.
Quick Quiz
아이들의 ( ) 발달 과정을 이해하는 것은 교육의 기초입니다.
Correct!
The correct answer is: 심리
Examples
요즘 제 심리가 불안정해서 상담을 받고 있어요.
everydayMy psychological state is unstable lately, so I'm getting counseling.
범죄자의 심리 상태에 대한 정밀 조사가 필요합니다.
formalA detailed investigation into the perpetrator's psychological state is necessary.
사람 심리가 참 묘하지?
informalHuman psychology is quite strange, isn't it?
본 연구는 집단 심리가 의사 결정에 미치는 영향을 탐구한다.
academicThis study explores the impact of group psychology on decision-making.
시장 심리가 위축되면서 주가가 하락했습니다.
businessStock prices fell as market sentiment (psychology) contracted.
Word Family
Common Collocations
Common Phrases
심리학
psychology (the study)
심리전
psychological warfare
심리 상태
psychological state
Often Confused With
정신 (spirit/mind) is more general, while 심리 (psychology) refers more to patterns of thought and emotion.
Usage Notes
Used in IELTS when discussing consumer behavior, education, or health.
Common Mistakes
In legal contexts, '심리' can also mean 'trial/hearing.' Be careful with the context.
Memory Tip
Sim (heart/mind) + Ri (logic/reason). The logic of the heart.
Word Origin
From Sino-Korean 心理 (심리).
Grammar Patterns
Cultural Context
Mental health awareness is a growing topic of discussion in modern Korean society.
Quick Quiz
아이들의 ( ) 발달 과정을 이해하는 것은 교육의 기초입니다.
Correct!
The correct answer is: 심리
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자발적
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인지적
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