주목하다
To pay attention to or take notice of something specifically. It often implies a focus on something significant or interesting.
Examples
3 of 5많은 전문가들이 이 새로운 기술에 주목하고 있다.
Many experts are paying attention to this new technology.
그의 연설은 전 세계의 이목을 주목시켰다.
His speech drew the attention of the whole world.
독자들은 작가의 독특한 문체에 주목했다.
Readers took notice of the author's unique writing style.
Word Family
Memory Tip
Ju (Pour/Focus) + Mok (Eye). Focus your eyes on it.
Quick Quiz
우리는 환경 오염의 심각성에 ___ 필요가 있다.
Correct!
The correct answer is: 주목할
Examples
많은 전문가들이 이 새로운 기술에 주목하고 있다.
formalMany experts are paying attention to this new technology.
그의 연설은 전 세계의 이목을 주목시켰다.
formalHis speech drew the attention of the whole world.
독자들은 작가의 독특한 문체에 주목했다.
academicReaders took notice of the author's unique writing style.
투자자들은 시장의 변화를 예의주시하며 주목하고 있다.
businessInvestors are paying close attention to market changes.
선생님, 제 질문에 좀 주목해 주세요.
informalTeacher, please pay attention to my question.
Word Family
Common Collocations
Common Phrases
주목을 받다
to receive attention
주목을 끌다
to attract attention
주목할 점은
the point to note is
Often Confused With
'집중하다' means to concentrate your energy; '주목하다' means to observe or take note of a specific object/fact.
Usage Notes
Commonly used in IELTS essays to introduce a specific point of analysis: 'It is worth noting that...' (주목할 만한 점은...)
Common Mistakes
Do not use '주목하다' when you mean 'to listen' (듣다); it specifically refers to visual or mental focus.
Memory Tip
Ju (Pour/Focus) + Mok (Eye). Focus your eyes on it.
Word Origin
From Sino-Korean 注目 (focusing eyes).
Grammar Patterns
Quick Quiz
우리는 환경 오염의 심각성에 ___ 필요가 있다.
Correct!
The correct answer is: 주목할
Related Vocabulary
More general words
추구하다
B2To persistently aim for or try to reach a goal, ideal, or value. It implies a long-term endeavor toward something abstract like happiness or profit.
균형
B2A state in which different things are in the correct or equal proportion. It refers to stability and harmony between opposing forces or elements.
기간
B1A length or portion of time during which something happens or exists.
고무적이다
B2To be encouraging, heartening, or inspiring. Used when a situation or news gives hope or motivation.
시의적절하다
B2To be timely or opportune; being appropriate for the current time or situation.
급격하다
B2To be sudden, rapid, or sharp. Used to describe a change that happens very quickly and with great intensity.
가시화하다
B2To make something visible or manifest, often referring to abstract ideas, plans, or problems becoming clearly observable.
고수하다
B2To strictly adhere to or maintain a position, principle, or opinion without changing it.
불가결하다
B2Absolutely necessary or essential; something that cannot be omitted or ignored for a specific purpose or state.
상세히
B1In a very detailed and thorough manner, leaving nothing out.
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