소통
The act of sharing information or feelings between people. Essential for IELTS topics about technology, family, and workplace relationships.
Examples
3 of 5가족 간의 소통이 부족한 것 같아요.
I think there is a lack of communication between family members.
정부는 국민과의 소통을 강화하겠다고 발표했습니다.
The government announced it would strengthen communication with the public.
우리 좀 더 소통하며 지내자.
Let's communicate more as we get along.
Word Family
Memory Tip
So (Flow/Pass) + Tong (Through) = Passing through/Flowing together.
Quick Quiz
성공적인 협력을 위해서는 팀원 간의 ____이 중요합니다.
Correct!
The correct answer is: 소통
Examples
가족 간의 소통이 부족한 것 같아요.
everydayI think there is a lack of communication between family members.
정부는 국민과의 소통을 강화하겠다고 발표했습니다.
formalThe government announced it would strengthen communication with the public.
우리 좀 더 소통하며 지내자.
informalLet's communicate more as we get along.
디지털 매체는 소통의 방식에 혁명을 가져왔다.
academicDigital media has revolutionized the way of communication.
부서 간의 소통 오류로 문제가 발생했습니다.
businessA problem occurred due to a communication error between departments.
Word Family
Common Collocations
Common Phrases
진정한 소통
true communication
소통의 부재
absence of communication
소통 도구
communication tool
Often Confused With
대화 is a specific 'conversation'; 소통 is the broader concept of 'communication' or 'mutual understanding'.
Usage Notes
Often used in the context of 'unblocking' or 'flowing' (like water).
Common Mistakes
Avoid using '소통' for technical data transmission; use '통신' for that.
Memory Tip
So (Flow/Pass) + Tong (Through) = Passing through/Flowing together.
Word Origin
From Sino-Korean 疏通 (to flow through/clear).
Grammar Patterns
Quick Quiz
성공적인 협력을 위해서는 팀원 간의 ____이 중요합니다.
Correct!
The correct answer is: 소통
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