억제하다
To suppress, restrain, or hold back something, such as emotions, physical growth, inflation, or chemical reactions. It implies active control to prevent something from increasing.
Examples
3 of 5정부는 물가 상승을 억제하기 위해 금리를 올렸다.
The government raised interest rates to suppress inflation.
이 약은 암세포의 증식을 억제하는 효과가 있다.
This medicine has the effect of inhibiting the proliferation of cancer cells.
웃음을 억제하느라 힘들었어.
It was hard to suppress my laughter.
Word Family
Memory Tip
Think of '억' (press down). Pressing down on something to keep it low.
Quick Quiz
지나친 소비를 ______ 위해 가계부를 쓰기로 했다.
Correct!
The correct answer is: 억제하기
Examples
정부는 물가 상승을 억제하기 위해 금리를 올렸다.
businessThe government raised interest rates to suppress inflation.
이 약은 암세포의 증식을 억제하는 효과가 있다.
academicThis medicine has the effect of inhibiting the proliferation of cancer cells.
웃음을 억제하느라 힘들었어.
informalIt was hard to suppress my laughter.
식욕을 억제하는 것은 다이어트의 핵심이다.
everydaySuppressing appetite is the key to dieting.
폭력 사태의 확산을 억제하기 위한 조치가 필요합니다.
formalMeasures are needed to restrain the spread of violence.
Word Family
Common Collocations
Common Phrases
억제력이 있다
to have a deterrent/suppressive power
식욕 억제제
appetite suppressant
감정 억제
emotional restraint
Often Confused With
'금지하다' is a legal or rule-based 'not allowed', while '억제하다' is a functional 'holding back' or 'reducing'.
Usage Notes
Used frequently in medical, psychological, and economic contexts.
Common Mistakes
Do not confuse with '삭제하다' (to delete).
Memory Tip
Think of '억' (press down). Pressing down on something to keep it low.
Word Origin
From Sino-Korean 抑制 (억제).
Grammar Patterns
Quick Quiz
지나친 소비를 ______ 위해 가계부를 쓰기로 했다.
Correct!
The correct answer is: 억제하기
Related Vocabulary
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효과
B2A change which is a result or consequence of an action or other cause; the power to produce a desired result.
유지하다
B2To keep or maintain a certain state, relationship, or level without change. It is used in contexts ranging from health to international relations.
인지하다
B2To recognize or become aware of something through the senses or the mind. In academic contexts, it often refers to cognitive processes.
취약하다
B2To be weak or easily affected/damaged by something. Often used regarding security, health, or social standing.
부작용
B2An unintended, unpleasant, or harmful result of a drug, medical treatment, or even a policy or action.
저하
B2A decline, lowering, or deterioration in level, quality, capability, or efficiency.
확산하다
B2To spread or distribute something (like a disease, rumor, or culture) over a wide area or among many people.
결핍
B2The state of lacking something essential, such as nutrients, affection, or resources.
증진하다
B2To increase or improve something like health, efficiency, or welfare.
소진하다
B2To exhaust or completely use up resources, strength, or energy.
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