치우치다
To lean toward one side or to be biased or unbalanced in one's perspective, distribution, or action.
Examples
3 of 5그의 주장은 너무 감정에 치우쳐 있다.
His argument is too biased toward emotion.
부의 분배가 한쪽으로 치우치는 것은 사회적 문제다.
The unbalanced distribution of wealth is a social problem.
우리는 이론에만 치우치지 말고 실무도 배워야 한다.
We shouldn't lean only toward theory; we must learn practical work too.
Word Family
Memory Tip
Chiu (치우) - Think of 'Chew' - if you only chew on one side, your jaw is unbalanced.
Quick Quiz
논문은 객관적이어야 하며 개인적인 감정에 ( ) 안 된다.
Correct!
The correct answer is: 치우쳐서는
Examples
그의 주장은 너무 감정에 치우쳐 있다.
formalHis argument is too biased toward emotion.
부의 분배가 한쪽으로 치우치는 것은 사회적 문제다.
academicThe unbalanced distribution of wealth is a social problem.
우리는 이론에만 치우치지 말고 실무도 배워야 한다.
everydayWe shouldn't lean only toward theory; we must learn practical work too.
판사는 선입견에 치우치지 않고 판결을 내려야 한다.
formalA judge must deliver a verdict without being biased by prejudice.
그 영화는 너무 교훈적인 면에만 치우친 것 같아.
informalI think that movie leaned too much toward being educational.
Word Family
Common Collocations
Common Phrases
어느 한쪽에 치우치지 않고
without leaning to either side
치우친 생각
biased thought
치우친 견해
lopsided view
Often Confused With
'기울다' is often physical leaning; '치우치다' is more often used for abstract bias or lack of balance.
Usage Notes
Commonly used in discussions about fairness, media, and academic methodology.
Common Mistakes
Learners often forget to use the particle ~에 with '치우치다'.
Memory Tip
Chiu (치우) - Think of 'Chew' - if you only chew on one side, your jaw is unbalanced.
Word Origin
Native Korean word.
Grammar Patterns
Quick Quiz
논문은 객관적이어야 하며 개인적인 감정에 ( ) 안 된다.
Correct!
The correct answer is: 치우쳐서는
Related Vocabulary
More sociology words
사회적
B2Relating to society or its organization; involving the interaction of people.
고정관념
B2A widely held but fixed and oversimplified image or idea of a particular type of person or thing. It is often resistant to change even when presented with new information.
고착화하다
B2To become fixed or solidified in a specific state, pattern, or habit, making it very difficult to change.
관습
B2A long-established practice or custom within a society or group. It refers to traditional ways of behaving that have been passed down through generations.
장벽
B2A barrier or obstacle that prevents progress, communication, or movement. It can be a physical wall or a metaphorical hurdle like language or culture.
상호
B2Each other; mutual. It describes actions, relations, or feelings involving two or more parties acting together or affecting each other.
부여하다
B2To give, grant, or assign a specific quality, meaning, right, or task to someone or something.
부양하다
B2To support or provide for someone, typically a family member who cannot support themselves. It can also refer to boosting or sustaining an economy.
인구
B2The total number of people living in a particular area, country, or city. It is a fundamental demographic metric used in statistical analysis and planning.
보편화
B2The phenomenon or process of something becoming widespread or common among the general public.
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