상이하다
To be different or distinct from each other. It is a formal term used to describe disparities in opinions, data, or qualities.
Examples
3 of 5조사 기관마다 발표한 수치가 상이합니다.
The figures released by each research institution are different.
우리는 조건이 상이한 여러 업체로부터 견적을 받았다.
We received quotes from several companies with different conditions.
형제가 성격이 참 상이하네.
The brothers' personalities are so different.
Word Family
Memory Tip
Sang-i: Sounds like 'Sang-i' (Shirt). Different people wear different shirts.
Quick Quiz
이번 연구의 결과는 기존의 가설과 아주 ___하게 나타났다.
Correct!
The correct answer is: 상이
Examples
조사 기관마다 발표한 수치가 상이합니다.
academicThe figures released by each research institution are different.
우리는 조건이 상이한 여러 업체로부터 견적을 받았다.
businessWe received quotes from several companies with different conditions.
형제가 성격이 참 상이하네.
informalThe brothers' personalities are so different.
국가마다 법적 절차가 상이하므로 주의가 필요하다.
formalLegal procedures differ by country, so caution is needed.
실제 상품과 사진의 색상이 약간 상이할 수 있습니다.
everydayThe color of the actual product and the photo may be slightly different.
Word Family
Common Collocations
Common Phrases
상이한 결과
different results
상이한 관점
different perspectives
상이하게 나타나다
to appear differently
Often Confused With
틀리다 means 'to be wrong', while 상이하다 means 'to be different'.
Usage Notes
A high-level synonym for '다르다', essential for achieving a high score in IELTS writing by demonstrating vocabulary range.
Common Mistakes
Learners often use '다르다' repeatedly; '상이하다' should be used when describing data or formal viewpoints.
Memory Tip
Sang-i: Sounds like 'Sang-i' (Shirt). Different people wear different shirts.
Word Origin
From Sino-Korean 相 (each other) and 異 (different).
Grammar Patterns
Quick Quiz
이번 연구의 결과는 기존의 가설과 아주 ___하게 나타났다.
Correct!
The correct answer is: 상이
Related Vocabulary
More general words
계획
B1A detailed proposal for doing or achieving something in the future. It involves deciding on steps and resources needed to reach a goal.
성실하다
B1To be diligent, faithful, and sincere in performing one's duties or tasks.
방향
B1The course along which someone or something moves, or the general way in which a situation is developing.
해외
B1A location or area outside of one's own country, typically across the sea; international territories.
실패
B1Lack of success or the omission of expected or required action. It involves not meeting a desired goal or standard.
제공
B1The act of supplying or providing something that is wanted or needed. It is a very common verb in business and research contexts (e.g., providing data).
해롭다
B1Causing or likely to cause harm. It describes things that have a negative impact on health, environment, or society.
실제적
B1Relating to or concerned with facts or reality rather than theory or imagination; practical and useful in a real-world situation.
중요도
B1The degree or level of being important; importance measured as a quantity or rank.
신청하다
B1To apply for a program, service, or membership formally.
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