상생
A relationship where two or more parties live together and help each other prosper; mutual win-win coexistence.
Examples
3 of 5자연과 인간의 상생을 생각해야 합니다.
We must think about the coexistence of nature and humans.
본 협약은 양국 간의 상생 발전을 목적으로 합니다.
This agreement aims for the mutual development between the two countries.
우리 서로 상생하는 길을 찾아보자.
Let's find a way for both of us to prosper together.
Word Family
Memory Tip
Sang-Saeng: 'Sang' (Mutual) + 'Saeng' (Life). Mutual living/thriving.
Quick Quiz
이번 프로젝트는 회사와 고객 모두에게 이익이 되는 ( )의 사례이다.
Correct!
The correct answer is: 상생
Examples
자연과 인간의 상생을 생각해야 합니다.
everydayWe must think about the coexistence of nature and humans.
본 협약은 양국 간의 상생 발전을 목적으로 합니다.
formalThis agreement aims for the mutual development between the two countries.
우리 서로 상생하는 길을 찾아보자.
informalLet's find a way for both of us to prosper together.
생태계 내에서 종 간의 상생 관계를 연구한다.
academicStudy the mutualistic relationships between species within an ecosystem.
노사 양측은 상생의 정신으로 협상에 임했다.
businessBoth labor and management approached the negotiation with a spirit of coexistence.
Word Family
Common Collocations
Common Phrases
상생 경영
win-win management
상생 생태계
win-win ecosystem
지역 사회와의 상생
coexistence with the local community
Often Confused With
공생 is a biological term for living together, while 상생 is more commonly used in business and social contexts for mutual prosperity.
Usage Notes
A very popular term in Korean corporate social responsibility (CSR) and political rhetoric.
Common Mistakes
Learners often use '공생' when they mean a 'win-win' business deal; '상생' is more appropriate for business.
Memory Tip
Sang-Saeng: 'Sang' (Mutual) + 'Saeng' (Life). Mutual living/thriving.
Word Origin
From Sino-Korean 相 (mutual) and 生 (live/be born).
Grammar Patterns
Cultural Context
Reflects the Korean cultural value of harmony and mutual help (Dure/Pumasi).
Quick Quiz
이번 프로젝트는 회사와 고객 모두에게 이익이 되는 ( )의 사례이다.
Correct!
The correct answer is: 상생
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