변경
The act of changing or modifying something, such as a plan, schedule, or setting. Essential for IELTS tasks involving rescheduling or updating information.
Examples
3 of 5갑자기 계획에 변경이 생겼어요.
There was a sudden change in plans.
주소 변경 신고를 하지 않으면 과태료가 부과될 수 있습니다.
Failure to report a change of address may result in a fine.
비밀번호 변경하는 방법 좀 알려줘.
Tell me how to change the password.
Word Family
Memory Tip
Byeon-gyeong: 'Byeon' means change. Think of it as 'Beyond' the original plan.
Quick Quiz
회의 장소가 ( )되었으니 확인해 주시기 바랍니다.
Correct!
The correct answer is: 변경
Examples
갑자기 계획에 변경이 생겼어요.
everydayThere was a sudden change in plans.
주소 변경 신고를 하지 않으면 과태료가 부과될 수 있습니다.
formalFailure to report a change of address may result in a fine.
비밀번호 변경하는 방법 좀 알려줘.
informalTell me how to change the password.
기후 변화에 따른 생태계의 변경은 불가피하다.
academicChanges in the ecosystem due to climate change are inevitable.
계약서의 일부 내용을 변경하기로 합의했습니다.
businessWe agreed to modify some parts of the contract.
Word Family
Common Collocations
Common Phrases
변경이 불가능하다
to be unchangeable
변경을 요청하다
to request a change
변경 사항을 확인하다
to check the changes
Often Confused With
'변화' is a general natural change (e.g., weather); '변경' is an intentional administrative change (e.g., plan, address).
Usage Notes
Use '변경' for dates, names, settings, and plans. It sounds more professional than '바꾸다'.
Common Mistakes
Don't use '변경' for 'changing clothes' (옷을 갈아입다) or 'changing money' (환전하다).
Memory Tip
Byeon-gyeong: 'Byeon' means change. Think of it as 'Beyond' the original plan.
Word Origin
From Sino-Korean 變 (change) + 更 (change/renew).
Grammar Patterns
Quick Quiz
회의 장소가 ( )되었으니 확인해 주시기 바랍니다.
Correct!
The correct answer is: 변경
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