형성
The process of something taking a particular shape or becoming a certain state. It refers to the creation of relationships, habits, or structures over time.
Examples
3 of 5좋은 습관 형성을 위해 노력합시다.
Let's work on forming good habits.
이번 연구는 초기 사회 구조의 형성을 다룬다.
This study deals with the formation of early social structures.
우리 사이에 공감대가 형성됐어.
A consensus has been formed between us.
Word Family
Memory Tip
Think of 'forming' dough into a specific shape.
Quick Quiz
청소년기는 가치관이 ______되는 중요한 시기이다.
Correct!
The correct answer is: 형성
Examples
좋은 습관 형성을 위해 노력합시다.
everydayLet's work on forming good habits.
이번 연구는 초기 사회 구조의 형성을 다룬다.
academicThis study deals with the formation of early social structures.
우리 사이에 공감대가 형성됐어.
informalA consensus has been formed between us.
신뢰 관계 형성이 비즈니스의 첫걸음입니다.
businessBuilding a relationship of trust is the first step in business.
산지에 새로운 마을이 형성되었다.
formalA new village was formed in the mountainous area.
Word Family
Common Collocations
Common Phrases
인격 형성
character formation
공감대 형성
forming a consensus
유대감 형성
building a bond
Often Confused With
구성 focuses on the parts that make a whole; 형성 focuses on the process of coming into a specific shape.
Usage Notes
Frequently used in developmental psychology and sociology to describe growth or creation of social norms.
Common Mistakes
Using '만들다' in formal writing when '형성' would sound much more professional.
Memory Tip
Think of 'forming' dough into a specific shape.
Word Origin
From Sino-Korean 形成 (shape + become).
Grammar Patterns
Quick Quiz
청소년기는 가치관이 ______되는 중요한 시기이다.
Correct!
The correct answer is: 형성
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