누적되다
To be accumulated or added up over a period of time. It is frequently used to describe the buildup of fatigue, debt, or environmental damage.
Examples
3 of 5누적된 포인트로 상품을 샀다.
I bought a product with the accumulated points.
미납된 세금이 누적되어 큰 금액이 되었습니다.
Unpaid taxes accumulated and became a large amount.
스트레스가 너무 누적된 것 같아 좀 쉬어야겠어.
I think too much stress has accumulated, I need to rest.
Word Family
Memory Tip
Nu (누) like 'Numerous' + Jeok (적) like 'Stack'. Numerous stacks = accumulate.
Quick Quiz
밤샘 공부로 인해 피로가 ____되어 집중력이 떨어졌다.
Correct!
The correct answer is: 누적
Examples
누적된 포인트로 상품을 샀다.
everydayI bought a product with the accumulated points.
미납된 세금이 누적되어 큰 금액이 되었습니다.
formalUnpaid taxes accumulated and became a large amount.
스트레스가 너무 누적된 것 같아 좀 쉬어야겠어.
informalI think too much stress has accumulated, I need to rest.
대기 중에 오염 물질이 누적되는 과정을 연구한다.
academicStudying the process of pollutants accumulating in the atmosphere.
적자가 누적되어 회사가 위기에 처했습니다.
businessAs the deficit accumulated, the company faced a crisis.
Word Family
Common Collocations
Common Phrases
누적 합계
cumulative total
누적 관객수
cumulative number of spectators
누적 판매량
cumulative sales volume
Often Confused With
축적되다 often implies a positive or purposeful buildup (wealth, knowledge), while 누적되다 is more neutral or negative (fatigue, debt).
Usage Notes
Commonly used in statistics and health-related discussions.
Common Mistakes
Learners often forget that '누적되다' is the passive form; '누적하다' is to accumulate (active).
Memory Tip
Nu (누) like 'Numerous' + Jeok (적) like 'Stack'. Numerous stacks = accumulate.
Word Origin
From Sino-Korean 累 (accumulate) + 積 (pile up).
Grammar Patterns
Quick Quiz
밤샘 공부로 인해 피로가 ____되어 집중력이 떨어졌다.
Correct!
The correct answer is: 누적
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.
억제하다
B2To suppress, restrain, or hold back something, such as emotions, physical growth, inflation, or chemical reactions. It implies active control to prevent something from increasing.
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.
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