자질
The inherent qualities, talents, or qualifications a person possesses that make them suitable for a particular role or task.
Examples
3 of 5교사에게 가장 중요한 자질은 인내심이다.
The most important quality for a teacher is patience.
예술가로서의 타고난 자질이 돋보인다.
His natural talent as an artist stands out.
우리는 신입 사원의 잠재적 자질을 평가했다.
We evaluated the potential qualities of the new employees.
Word Family
Memory Tip
Think of 'Ja' (Self) + 'Jil' (Quality) = Self-quality.
Quick Quiz
정치인은 도덕적 ___을 갖추는 것이 무엇보다 중요하다.
Correct!
The correct answer is: 자질
Examples
교사에게 가장 중요한 자질은 인내심이다.
formalThe most important quality for a teacher is patience.
예술가로서의 타고난 자질이 돋보인다.
everydayHis natural talent as an artist stands out.
우리는 신입 사원의 잠재적 자질을 평가했다.
businessWe evaluated the potential qualities of the new employees.
지도자의 자질 부족이 조직의 위기를 초래했다.
formalA leader's lack of qualification brought about an organizational crisis.
학자로서의 자질을 기르기 위해 꾸준히 노력해야 한다.
academicOne must work steadily to cultivate the qualities of a scholar.
Word Family
Common Collocations
Common Phrases
기본적인 자질
basic qualities
자질이 뛰어나다
to have excellent qualities
자질 검증
verification of qualifications
Often Confused With
Usage Notes
Commonly used in hiring contexts or when evaluating public figures/leaders.
Common Mistakes
Don't confuse with '자질구레하다' (to be trivial/messy).
Memory Tip
Think of 'Ja' (Self) + 'Jil' (Quality) = Self-quality.
Word Origin
From Sino-Korean 資 (resources/talent) and 質 (quality).
Grammar Patterns
Quick Quiz
정치인은 도덕적 ___을 갖추는 것이 무엇보다 중요하다.
Correct!
The correct answer is: 자질
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More academic words
분석하다
B2To examine something in detail to understand its nature or structure. In an academic context, it refers to breaking down complex information into smaller parts to interpret data or theories.
영향
B2The power or effect that something has on another person, thing, or situation. It is a core concept in academic writing when discussing cause and effect.
현상
B2A fact or situation that is observed to exist or happen, especially one whose cause or explanation is in question. Used frequently to describe social or natural occurrences.
주장하다
B2To state strongly that something is true, especially when others might disagree. This is a fundamental verb for reporting opinions in academic essays.
증가하다
B2To become greater in size, amount, or degree. This is the most common verb used in IELTS Writing Task 1 to describe upward trends in graphs.
감소하다
B2To become smaller in size, amount, or number. It is the direct opposite of '증가하다' and essential for describing downward trends.
관점
B2A particular way of considering or evaluating something; a perspective. It is used to present different angles of an argument.
결과
B2A thing that is caused or produced by something else; an outcome. Crucial for discussing findings in research or the effects of social issues.
중요성
B2The state or fact of being of great significance or value. Frequently used in introductions of academic essays to justify the topic.
해결책
B2A means of solving a problem or dealing with a difficult situation. Essential for 'Problem and Solution' type essays in IELTS.
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