대표성
The quality of being representative of a group or category. In statistics, it refers to how well a sample reflects the whole population.
Examples
3 of 5선정된 위원들은 각 분야의 대표성을 띱니다.
The selected members represent their respective fields.
표본의 대표성이 부족하면 조사 결과를 믿기 어렵습니다.
If the representativeness of the sample is lacking, it is hard to trust the results.
이 건물은 현대 건축의 대표성을 보여줍니다.
This building shows the representativeness of modern architecture.
Word Family
Memory Tip
Dae-pyo (대표) means 'Big Mark' - a mark that stands for everything.
Quick Quiz
설문 조사를 할 때는 표본의 ( )이 매우 중요하다.
Correct!
The correct answer is: 대표성
Examples
선정된 위원들은 각 분야의 대표성을 띱니다.
formalThe selected members represent their respective fields.
표본의 대표성이 부족하면 조사 결과를 믿기 어렵습니다.
academicIf the representativeness of the sample is lacking, it is hard to trust the results.
이 건물은 현대 건축의 대표성을 보여줍니다.
everydayThis building shows the representativeness of modern architecture.
국회는 국민의 대표성을 바탕으로 운영됩니다.
formalThe National Assembly operates based on the representation of the people.
이게 우리 팀의 대표성 있는 의견이야.
informalThis is the representative opinion of our team.
Word Family
Common Collocations
Common Phrases
대표성을 확보하다
to secure representativeness
대표성을 상실하다
to lose representativeness
대표성을 강화하다
to strengthen representativeness
Often Confused With
대표성 is about reflecting a whole group, while 상징성 is about one thing standing for a concept.
Usage Notes
Crucial for IELTS Academic Task 1 when discussing the validity of survey results or data sampling.
Common Mistakes
Learners often say '대표' (representative/leader) when they mean '대표성' (the quality of being representative).
Memory Tip
Dae-pyo (대표) means 'Big Mark' - a mark that stands for everything.
Word Origin
From Sino-Korean 代 (replace) + 表 (surface/show) + 性 (nature).
Grammar Patterns
Quick Quiz
설문 조사를 할 때는 표본의 ( )이 매우 중요하다.
Correct!
The correct answer is: 대표성
Related Vocabulary
More academic words
결부하다
B2To connect or link two or more things, thoughts, or phenomena together.
충돌하다
B2To crash into something; to disagree or be in conflict due to opposing opinions, interests, or data.
입체적
B2Having a three-dimensional effect or examining something from multiple perspectives rather than a single flat view. It implies a comprehensive and detailed analysis.
이면
B2The hidden side, back side, or underlying reality of a phenomenon that is not immediately visible.
면밀히
B2In a very careful and thorough way, paying close attention to every detail.
연쇄적
B2Occurring in a sequence or chain reaction where one event causes another. It describes a series of linked events.
연계성
B2The state or quality of being connected or interrelated, often used to describe the relationship between different fields of study, policies, or technical systems.
객관화
B2The act of treating or making something objective or external, rather than subjective or personal. Often used in psychology or research to describe detachment.
이론화
B2The process of developing or formulating a theory or a system of ideas to explain something. Converting observations into a theoretical framework.
집대성하다
B2To collect and combine various things (like theories, information, or works) into a single, comprehensive, and organized whole.
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