집중
The act of focusing all one's attention or effort on a particular task or subject. Also refers to a high density of something in one area.
Examples
3 of 5시끄러워서 일에 집중이 안 돼요.
I can't concentrate on my work because it's noisy.
인구의 도시 집중 현상이 심화되고 있다.
The phenomenon of population concentration in cities is intensifying.
너 나한테 좀 집중해 봐.
Focus on me for a bit.
Word Family
Memory Tip
Think of 'Jip-jung' as 'Zip'ping all your thoughts into one 'Junction'.
Quick Quiz
명상은 ( )력을 향상시키는 데 도움이 된다.
Correct!
The correct answer is: 집중
Examples
시끄러워서 일에 집중이 안 돼요.
everydayI can't concentrate on my work because it's noisy.
인구의 도시 집중 현상이 심화되고 있다.
formalThe phenomenon of population concentration in cities is intensifying.
너 나한테 좀 집중해 봐.
informalFocus on me for a bit.
본 연구는 특정 사례에 집중하여 분석을 수행했다.
academicThis study performed an analysis focusing on a specific case.
우리는 핵심 역량에 집중할 필요가 있습니다.
businessWe need to focus on our core competencies.
Word Family
Common Collocations
Common Phrases
선택과 집중
selection and focus
집중 훈련
intensive training
시선 집중
drawing attention (eyes)
Often Confused With
몰입 (immersion/flow) is a deeper state of being absorbed, while 집중 is the act of focusing.
Usage Notes
Used both for mental focus and physical concentration (like population or wealth).
Common Mistakes
Don't say '집중을 하다' for rain; use '집중 호우가 내리다'.
Memory Tip
Think of 'Jip-jung' as 'Zip'ping all your thoughts into one 'Junction'.
Word Origin
From Sino-Korean 集 (collect) and 中 (middle/center).
Grammar Patterns
Cultural Context
Korean 'Study Cafes' are designed for extreme '집중'.
Quick Quiz
명상은 ( )력을 향상시키는 데 도움이 된다.
Correct!
The correct answer is: 집중
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획득하다
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우수하다
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수정하다
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함축적
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