권고
The act of formally advising or suggesting a certain course of action, often by an authority or expert body.
Examples
3 of 5의사의 권고에 따라 식단을 조절하고 있습니다.
I am adjusting my diet following the doctor's recommendation.
국제 기구는 해당 국가에 인권 개선을 권고했습니다.
The international organization recommended human rights improvements to the country.
이 보고서는 기업들에게 보안 강화를 권고하고 있습니다.
This report recommends strengthening security for companies.
Word Family
Memory Tip
Gwon (power/authority) + Go (tell) = Authority telling you what is best.
Quick Quiz
보건 당국은 예방 접종을 ____하고 있다.
Correct!
The correct answer is: 권고
Examples
의사의 권고에 따라 식단을 조절하고 있습니다.
everydayI am adjusting my diet following the doctor's recommendation.
국제 기구는 해당 국가에 인권 개선을 권고했습니다.
academicThe international organization recommended human rights improvements to the country.
이 보고서는 기업들에게 보안 강화를 권고하고 있습니다.
businessThis report recommends strengthening security for companies.
강제 사항은 아니지만, 전문가의 권고를 따르는 것이 좋습니다.
formalIt is not mandatory, but it's good to follow the expert's recommendation.
엄마가 일찍 자라고 권고하셨어.
informalMom advised me to go to bed early.
Word Family
Common Collocations
Common Phrases
권고안을 채택하다
to adopt a recommendation proposal
권고 수용
acceptance of recommendation
퇴직 권고
recommendation for resignation
Often Confused With
'Myeongnyeong' is a command that must be followed, whereas 'Gwongo' is a strong suggestion without legal force.
Usage Notes
Commonly used in reports (Task 1) or when suggesting solutions (Task 2).
Common Mistakes
Learners often use '추천' (recommendation for products/services) instead of '권고' (formal advice).
Memory Tip
Gwon (power/authority) + Go (tell) = Authority telling you what is best.
Word Origin
From Sino-Korean 권(勸 - to encourage) and 고(告 - to tell).
Grammar Patterns
Cultural Context
In Korean administrative contexts, a 'gwongo' is often treated as a soft directive that organizations usually try to follow to avoid friction.
Quick Quiz
보건 당국은 예방 접종을 ____하고 있다.
Correct!
The correct answer is: 권고
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수립
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B2A formal agreement or treaty between organizations, groups, or nations.
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