B1 noun Neutral

소통

[sotʰoŋ]

The act of sharing information or feelings between people. Essential for IELTS topics about technology, family, and workplace relationships.

Examples

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1

가족 간의 소통이 부족한 것 같아요.

I think there is a lack of communication between family members.

2

정부는 국민과의 소통을 강화하겠다고 발표했습니다.

The government announced it would strengthen communication with the public.

3

우리 좀 더 소통하며 지내자.

Let's communicate more as we get along.

Word Family

Noun
소통
Verb
소통하다
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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

1

가족 간의 소통이 부족한 것 같아요.

everyday

I think there is a lack of communication between family members.

2

정부는 국민과의 소통을 강화하겠다고 발표했습니다.

formal

The government announced it would strengthen communication with the public.

3

우리 좀 더 소통하며 지내자.

informal

Let's communicate more as we get along.

4

디지털 매체는 소통의 방식에 혁명을 가져왔다.

academic

Digital media has revolutionized the way of communication.

5

부서 간의 소통 오류로 문제가 발생했습니다.

business

A problem occurred due to a communication error between departments.

Word Family

Noun
소통
Verb
소통하다

Common Collocations

소통을 강화하다 to strengthen communication
소통이 원활하다 communication is smooth
쌍방향 소통 two-way communication
소통의 창구 channel of communication
소통이 안 되다 communication is blocked

Common Phrases

진정한 소통

true communication

소통의 부재

absence of communication

소통 도구

communication tool

Often Confused With

소통 vs 대화

대화 is a specific 'conversation'; 소통 is the broader concept of 'communication' or 'mutual understanding'.

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Usage Notes

Often used in the context of 'unblocking' or 'flowing' (like water).

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Common Mistakes

Avoid using '소통' for technical data transmission; use '통신' for that.

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Memory Tip

So (Flow/Pass) + Tong (Through) = Passing through/Flowing together.

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Word Origin

From Sino-Korean 疏通 (to flow through/clear).

Grammar Patterns

~와/과 소통하다 소통이 잘 되다

Quick Quiz

성공적인 협력을 위해서는 팀원 간의 ____이 중요합니다.

Correct!

The correct answer is: 소통

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