인지하다
To recognize or become aware of something through the senses or the mind. In academic contexts, it often refers to cognitive processes.
Examples
3 of 5위험을 인지하는 즉시 대피하십시오.
Evacuate as soon as you recognize danger.
아이들은 색깔을 먼저 인지하기 시작합니다.
Children start by recognizing colors first.
문제를 인지하고도 해결하지 않으면 안 됩니다.
You must not ignore the problem once you are aware of it.
Word Family
Memory Tip
In-ji: 'In' (inside) + 'Ji' (knowledge). Getting knowledge inside your head.
Quick Quiz
치매 환자는 주변 사람을 ( )하는 능력이 약해진다.
Correct!
The correct answer is: 인지
Examples
위험을 인지하는 즉시 대피하십시오.
formalEvacuate as soon as you recognize danger.
아이들은 색깔을 먼저 인지하기 시작합니다.
academicChildren start by recognizing colors first.
문제를 인지하고도 해결하지 않으면 안 됩니다.
everydayYou must not ignore the problem once you are aware of it.
브랜드 이름을 인지시키는 광고가 필요해요.
businessWe need an advertisement that makes people recognize the brand name.
너 아까 내가 부르는 거 인지 못 했어?
informalDidn't you notice me calling you earlier?
Word Family
Common Collocations
Common Phrases
인지 부조화
cognitive dissonance
인지 발달
cognitive development
인지 심리학
cognitive psychology
Often Confused With
인식하다 is broader (social/mental awareness); 인지하다 is more focused on sensory/cognitive recognition.
Usage Notes
Frequently used in psychology, education, and artificial intelligence (computer vision).
Common Mistakes
Avoid using '인지하다' for 'to know a person' (알다).
Memory Tip
In-ji: 'In' (inside) + 'Ji' (knowledge). Getting knowledge inside your head.
Word Origin
From Sino-Korean 認 (recognize) + 知 (know).
Grammar Patterns
Quick Quiz
치매 환자는 주변 사람을 ( )하는 능력이 약해진다.
Correct!
The correct answer is: 인지
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