논점
The main point or core issue of an argument or discussion. It refers to what is actually being debated.
Examples
3 of 5우리는 주요 논점에 집중해야 합니다.
We must focus on the main points of contention.
토론의 논점이 흐려지지 않도록 주의하세요.
Be careful not to blur the main point of the discussion.
이 보고서의 핵심 논점은 무엇입니까?
What is the core argument of this report?
Word Family
Memory Tip
Non-jeom: 'Non' (discussion) + 'Jeom' (dot/point). The point of the discussion.
Quick Quiz
상대방의 질문은 이번 토론의 ______에서 한참 벗어나 있었다.
Correct!
The correct answer is: 논점
Examples
우리는 주요 논점에 집중해야 합니다.
formalWe must focus on the main points of contention.
토론의 논점이 흐려지지 않도록 주의하세요.
academicBe careful not to blur the main point of the discussion.
이 보고서의 핵심 논점은 무엇입니까?
businessWhat is the core argument of this report?
넌 자꾸 논점을 피하는 것 같아.
informalI think you keep avoiding the main point.
논점을 하나씩 정리해 봅시다.
everydayLet's organize the points one by one.
Word Family
Common Collocations
Common Phrases
논점 일탈
missing the point / irrelevance
논점 파악
understanding the point
쟁점과 논점
issues and points of argument
Often Confused With
쟁점 (issue) is a point of conflict, while 논점 (point) is a point of logical argument.
Usage Notes
Used when analyzing arguments in IELTS Reading or when staying on topic in Writing Task 2.
Common Mistakes
Do not confuse with '관점' (perspective). '논점' is the 'what', '관점' is the 'how'.
Memory Tip
Non-jeom: 'Non' (discussion) + 'Jeom' (dot/point). The point of the discussion.
Word Origin
From Sino-Korean 論 (discuss) and 點 (point).
Grammar Patterns
Quick Quiz
상대방의 질문은 이번 토론의 ______에서 한참 벗어나 있었다.
Correct!
The correct answer is: 논점
Related Vocabulary
More general academic words
극명하다
B1To be extremely clear, distinct, or obvious, especially when comparing two contrasting things.
고유하다
B1To be unique or characteristic to a specific person, thing, or group. It refers to something that is inherently possessed and not found elsewhere.
제안하다
B1To suggest or propose an idea, plan, or action for consideration. Essential for IELTS Speaking and Writing Task 2 when offering solutions.
대량
B1A large quantity or amount of something. It is often used in the context of production, consumption, or data.
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