과제
A task or piece of work allocated to someone as part of a job or course of study; also refers to a challenge or problem that needs to be solved.
Examples
3 of 5오늘까지 제출해야 하는 과제가 많다.
There is a lot of homework due today.
이 논문은 현대 철학의 중요한 과제를 다루고 있다.
This paper deals with an important task of modern philosophy.
신규 시장 개척은 이번 분기의 핵심 과제입니다.
Developing new markets is the key task for this quarter.
Word Family
Memory Tip
Gwaje sounds like 'Gwa' (department) + 'Je' (subject). A subject for your department to work on.
Quick Quiz
이번 프로젝트의 가장 큰 ( )는 비용 절감입니다.
Correct!
The correct answer is: 과제
Examples
오늘까지 제출해야 하는 과제가 많다.
everydayThere is a lot of homework due today.
이 논문은 현대 철학의 중요한 과제를 다루고 있다.
academicThis paper deals with an important task of modern philosophy.
신규 시장 개척은 이번 분기의 핵심 과제입니다.
businessDeveloping new markets is the key task for this quarter.
너 과제 다 했어?
informalDid you finish your assignment?
지속 가능한 발전은 인류가 해결해야 할 공동의 과제입니다.
formalSustainable development is a common task that humanity must solve.
Word Family
Common Collocations
Common Phrases
당면 과제
immediate task at hand
연구 과제
research project/topic
핵심 과제
core task
Often Confused With
Sukje is specifically school homework; gwaje is broader, including social challenges or professional projects.
Usage Notes
In IELTS, it often refers to 'Task 1' or 'Task 2' of the writing section.
Common Mistakes
Learners use 'sukje' in formal contexts. Use 'gwaje' for university or professional tasks.
Memory Tip
Gwaje sounds like 'Gwa' (department) + 'Je' (subject). A subject for your department to work on.
Word Origin
From Sino-Korean 課題 (gwa - department/subject) and (je - theme/topic).
Grammar Patterns
Cultural Context
In Korea, university students often complain about 'gwaje-poktan' (assignment bomb/overload).
Quick Quiz
이번 프로젝트의 가장 큰 ( )는 비용 절감입니다.
Correct!
The correct answer is: 과제
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기초
B1The lowest or most important part of something, from which everything else develops. It refers to basic principles or foundations.
교육과정
B1The subjects comprising a course of study in a school or college; a curriculum.
능력
B1The possession of the means or skill to do something; talent or capacity to perform a task.
발표하다
B1To formally present information, ideas, or research results to an audience. It can also mean to release or announce official statements.
순서
B1The arrangement or disposition of people or things in relation to each other according to a particular sequence.
서술하다
B1To describe or state facts, events, or thoughts in a sequential or organized manner, usually in writing.
재능
B1A natural aptitude or skill that a person is born with or develops. It refers to the ability to do something well, particularly in creative or academic fields.
이해하다
B1To grasp the meaning, nature, or importance of something. It can also refer to sympathizing with someone's situation or feelings.
준비
B1The act or process of getting ready for something that will happen in the future.
집중하다
B1To direct all one's attention or efforts toward a particular activity or subject. It involves excluding distractions.
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