교통체증
A condition on transport networks that occurs as use increases, characterized by slower speeds and longer trip times; traffic jam.
Examples
3 of 5교통체증 때문에 약속 시간에 늦었다.
I was late for the appointment because of a traffic jam.
도심의 교통체증을 해결하기 위한 대책이 시급합니다.
Measures to solve downtown traffic congestion are urgent.
오늘 교통체증 장난 아니더라.
The traffic jam today was no joke.
Word Family
Memory Tip
Gyotong (Traffic) + Chejeung (Indigestion). The traffic has indigestion and isn't moving.
Quick Quiz
비가 오는 날에는 ___이 더 심해진다.
Correct!
The correct answer is: 교통체증
Examples
교통체증 때문에 약속 시간에 늦었다.
everydayI was late for the appointment because of a traffic jam.
도심의 교통체증을 해결하기 위한 대책이 시급합니다.
formalMeasures to solve downtown traffic congestion are urgent.
오늘 교통체증 장난 아니더라.
informalThe traffic jam today was no joke.
교통체증은 대기 오염의 주요 원인 중 하나이다.
academicTraffic congestion is one of the main causes of air pollution.
교통체증으로 인해 물류 배송이 지연되고 있습니다.
businessLogistics delivery is being delayed due to traffic congestion.
Word Family
Common Collocations
Common Phrases
출퇴근 시간대 교통체증
rush hour traffic congestion
만성적인 교통체증
chronic traffic congestion
주말 교통체증
weekend traffic jam
Often Confused With
Jeongche is a more general term for stagnation, while gyotong-chejeung is specific to vehicles.
Usage Notes
Very useful for IELTS Writing Task 2 when discussing urban problems or transport.
Common Mistakes
Avoid saying '교통이 막히다' as a noun phrase; use '교통체증' instead.
Memory Tip
Gyotong (Traffic) + Chejeung (Indigestion). The traffic has indigestion and isn't moving.
Word Origin
From Sino-Korean 交通 (traffic) + 滯症 (stagnation/symptom).
Grammar Patterns
Cultural Context
Seoul is famous for its heavy traffic, especially on the Han River bridges.
Quick Quiz
비가 오는 날에는 ___이 더 심해진다.
Correct!
The correct answer is: 교통체증
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