B2 verb Neutral

비판하다

[pipʰanhada]

To express disapproval of someone or something based on perceived faults or mistakes; or to evaluate something analytically.

Examples

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1

무조건 비판하기보다 대안을 제시하는 것이 좋아요.

It's better to suggest an alternative rather than just criticizing unconditionally.

2

이 논문은 기존의 이론을 논리적으로 비판하고 있다.

This paper logically criticizes existing theories.

3

남의 옷차림을 그렇게 비판하지 마.

Don't criticize others' outfits like that.

Word Family

Noun
비판
Verb
비판하다
Adverb
비판적으로
Adjective
비판적
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Memory Tip

Bi (not/opposite) + Pan (judge) = Judging what is not right.

Quick Quiz

그 학자는 현대 사회의 물질만능주의를 ( )였다.

Correct!

The correct answer is: 비판하

Examples

1

무조건 비판하기보다 대안을 제시하는 것이 좋아요.

everyday

It's better to suggest an alternative rather than just criticizing unconditionally.

2

이 논문은 기존의 이론을 논리적으로 비판하고 있다.

academic

This paper logically criticizes existing theories.

3

남의 옷차림을 그렇게 비판하지 마.

informal

Don't criticize others' outfits like that.

4

언론은 기업의 비윤리적인 경영을 비판했습니다.

business

The media criticized the unethical management of the company.

5

야당은 이번 법안에 대해 날카롭게 비판했습니다.

formal

The opposition party sharply criticized this bill.

Word Family

Noun
비판
Verb
비판하다
Adverb
비판적으로
Adjective
비판적

Common Collocations

강하게 비판하다 to criticize strongly
날카롭게 비판하다 to criticize sharply
무분별하게 비판하다 to criticize indiscriminately
비판을 받다 to be criticized
건설적으로 비판하다 to criticize constructively

Common Phrases

비판적 사고

critical thinking

비판의 목소리

voice of criticism

자기 비판

self-criticism

Often Confused With

비판하다 vs 비난하다

Bi-nan-ha-da is emotional blaming; bi-pan-ha-da is more logical and objective criticism.

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Usage Notes

Essential for IELTS Writing Task 2 when analyzing different viewpoints.

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Common Mistakes

Do not confuse with 'bi-nan-ha-da' in academic contexts; always prefer 'bi-pan-ha-da'.

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Memory Tip

Bi (not/opposite) + Pan (judge) = Judging what is not right.

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Word Origin

Sino-Korean 'bi' (criticize) + 'pan' (judge).

Grammar Patterns

~을/를 비판하다 ~에 대해 비판하다

Quick Quiz

그 학자는 현대 사회의 물질만능주의를 ( )였다.

Correct!

The correct answer is: 비판하

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