B1 noun Neutral

전력

/tɕʌɭɭjʌk̚/

Electric power or energy. This is essential for discussing energy consumption, renewable energy, and technology.

Examples

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전력 공급이 중단되어 정전이 발생했습니다.

The power supply was cut off, causing a blackout.

2

태양광 에너지를 통해 전력을 생산할 수 있습니다.

Electric power can be produced through solar energy.

3

이 기기는 전력 소모가 적어 효율적입니다.

This device is efficient because it consumes less power.

Word Family

Noun
전기
Verb
전력을 다하다 (metaphorical)
Adjective
전력의
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Memory Tip

Jeollyeok: 'Jeon' (Electric) + 'Lyeok' (Power/Force). Electric Force.

Quick Quiz

친환경 에너지를 사용하여 ___을 생산하는 비중이 늘고 있습니다.

Correct!

The correct answer is: 전력

Examples

1

전력 공급이 중단되어 정전이 발생했습니다.

everyday

The power supply was cut off, causing a blackout.

2

태양광 에너지를 통해 전력을 생산할 수 있습니다.

academic

Electric power can be produced through solar energy.

3

이 기기는 전력 소모가 적어 효율적입니다.

business

This device is efficient because it consumes less power.

4

안정적인 전력 확보가 국가 산업의 기반입니다.

formal

Securing a stable power supply is the foundation of national industry.

5

컴퓨터 전력 좀 아껴 써.

informal

Save some computer power.

Word Family

Noun
전기
Verb
전력을 다하다 (metaphorical)
Adjective
전력의

Common Collocations

전력 소비 power consumption
전력 공급 power supply
전력 생산 power production
전력 낭비 waste of power
전력망 power grid

Common Phrases

전력을 공급하다

to supply power

전력을 아끼다

to save power

전력 부족

power shortage

Often Confused With

전력 vs 전기

Jeongi (전기) is the general term for electricity. Jeollyeok (전력) is specifically the 'power' or 'energy' measured for use.

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Usage Notes

Frequently used in IELTS when discussing green energy or the impact of technology on the environment.

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Common Mistakes

Ensure you don't confuse this with '전력' (meaning 'all one's strength' or 'previous record'), which are homonyms.

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Memory Tip

Jeollyeok: 'Jeon' (Electric) + 'Lyeok' (Power/Force). Electric Force.

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Word Origin

From Sino-Korean 電 (electricity) and 力 (force/strength).

Grammar Patterns

전력을 생산하다 전력이 끊기다
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Cultural Context

Korea is heavily focused on 'smart grids' to manage 'Jeollyeok' more efficiently.

Quick Quiz

친환경 에너지를 사용하여 ___을 생산하는 비중이 늘고 있습니다.

Correct!

The correct answer is: 전력

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