형평성
The quality of being fair and impartial. It refers to the principle of treating everyone in a way that is equitable, especially in the distribution of resources or opportunities.
Examples
3 of 5이번 인사는 형평성에 어긋난다는 비판이 있다.
There is criticism that this personnel appointment goes against fairness.
보상금 지급의 형평성을 기해야 합니다.
We must ensure fairness in the payment of compensation.
교육의 형평성은 사회 정의의 기초입니다.
Equity in education is the foundation of social justice.
Word Family
Memory Tip
Think of a 'Balance scale'. '형평' refers to the balance being level.
Quick Quiz
정부는 부유층과 서민층 사이의 과세 ( )을 높이기로 했다.
Correct!
The correct answer is: 형평성
Examples
이번 인사는 형평성에 어긋난다는 비판이 있다.
formalThere is criticism that this personnel appointment goes against fairness.
보상금 지급의 형평성을 기해야 합니다.
businessWe must ensure fairness in the payment of compensation.
교육의 형평성은 사회 정의의 기초입니다.
academicEquity in education is the foundation of social justice.
부모님은 우리 형제들을 형평성 있게 대하려 노력하신다.
everydayMy parents try to treat us siblings with equity.
공평함과 형평성은 조금 다른 개념이야.
informalFairness and equity are slightly different concepts.
Word Family
Common Collocations
Common Phrases
형평성을 기하다
to strive for equity
형평성 논란
controversy over fairness
형평성 차원에서
from the perspective of equity
Often Confused With
평등 (equality) means everyone gets the same, while 형평성 (equity) means everyone gets what is fair based on their situation.
Usage Notes
A key term for IELTS essays on law, government policy, and social issues.
Common Mistakes
Often confused with '공평' (fairness). '형평성' is more formal and often used in policy or legal contexts.
Memory Tip
Think of a 'Balance scale'. '형평' refers to the balance being level.
Word Origin
From Sino-Korean 형 (balance/scale) + 평 (level) + 성 (nature).
Grammar Patterns
Quick Quiz
정부는 부유층과 서민층 사이의 과세 ( )을 높이기로 했다.
Correct!
The correct answer is: 형평성
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