관계
The way in which two or more concepts, objects, or people are connected; the state of being related or involved.
Examples
3 of 5우리는 아주 좋은 관계예요.
We have a very good relationship.
양국 간의 외교 관계가 개선되었습니다.
The diplomatic relations between the two countries have improved.
걔랑 무슨 관계야?
What's your relationship with them?
Word Family
Memory Tip
Gwan-gye: Think of a 'Gwan' (tube) connecting 'Gye' (worlds).
Quick Quiz
흡연과 폐암 사이에는 깊은 ____가 있습니다.
Correct!
The correct answer is: 관계
Examples
우리는 아주 좋은 관계예요.
everydayWe have a very good relationship.
양국 간의 외교 관계가 개선되었습니다.
formalThe diplomatic relations between the two countries have improved.
걔랑 무슨 관계야?
informalWhat's your relationship with them?
인과 관계를 규명하는 것이 사회과학의 목표 중 하나이다.
academicIdentifying causal relationships is one of the goals of social science.
고객과의 신뢰 관계 구축이 중요합니다.
businessBuilding a relationship of trust with customers is important.
Word Family
Common Collocations
Common Phrases
상관 관계
correlation
관계자 외 출입금지
authorized personnel only
아무런 관계가 없다
to have no relation at all
Often Confused With
'관계' is a general connection or relationship, while '연관' (connection/link) is often used for logical or abstract associations.
Usage Notes
Extremely versatile; used for human relationships as well as logical connections in data.
Common Mistakes
Do not confuse '관계' with '관객' (audience).
Memory Tip
Gwan-gye: Think of a 'Gwan' (tube) connecting 'Gye' (worlds).
Word Origin
From Sino-Korean 關係 (관계).
Grammar Patterns
Cultural Context
Koreans emphasize '인간 관계' (interpersonal relationships) highly in both social and business life.
Quick Quiz
흡연과 폐암 사이에는 깊은 ____가 있습니다.
Correct!
The correct answer is: 관계
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