투기
Investment in stocks, property, or other ventures in the hope of gain but with the risk of loss; often implies unfair or excessive profit-seeking.
Examples
3 of 5주식 투기는 시장의 변동성을 키울 수 있다.
Stock speculation can increase market volatility.
그는 부동산 투기로 큰돈을 벌었다.
He made a lot of money through real estate speculation.
정부는 투기 과열 지구를 지정했다.
The government designated speculation-overheated zones.
Word Family
Memory Tip
Tugi sounds like 'Took it' (trying to take profit quickly).
Quick Quiz
과도한 ___는 서민들의 내 집 마련을 어렵게 한다.
Correct!
The correct answer is: 투기
Examples
주식 투기는 시장의 변동성을 키울 수 있다.
academicStock speculation can increase market volatility.
그는 부동산 투기로 큰돈을 벌었다.
informalHe made a lot of money through real estate speculation.
정부는 투기 과열 지구를 지정했다.
formalThe government designated speculation-overheated zones.
투자라고 주장하지만 사실상 투기에 가깝다.
businessThey claim it's investment, but it's practically closer to speculation.
투기 자본의 유입은 경제 불안을 초래할 수 있다.
academicThe influx of speculative capital can cause economic instability.
Word Family
Common Collocations
Common Phrases
투기 열풍
speculation fever
투기 과열
overheating of speculation
단기 투기
short-term speculation
Often Confused With
Tuja (investment) is for long-term growth and value, while Tugi (speculation) is for short-term, risky profit.
Usage Notes
In Korea, this word often has a negative connotation, especially regarding housing.
Common Mistakes
Do not confuse with 'Tu-gi' (fighting/martial arts).
Memory Tip
Tugi sounds like 'Took it' (trying to take profit quickly).
Word Origin
From Sino-Korean 投機 (tu: throw, gi: opportunity).
Grammar Patterns
Cultural Context
Real estate speculation is a sensitive social issue in South Korea due to high housing prices.
Quick Quiz
과도한 ___는 서민들의 내 집 마련을 어렵게 한다.
Correct!
The correct answer is: 투기
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