B1 noun Neutral

보안

[poan]

The state of being protected against danger or loss, specifically regarding information, systems, or physical locations. It refers to measures taken to ensure safety and confidentiality.

Examples

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1

이 건물은 보안이 매우 철저하다.

This building has very strict security.

2

인터넷 뱅킹을 할 때는 보안에 주의하세요.

Please be careful about security when using internet banking.

3

회사 기밀 유지를 위해 보안 교육을 받았다.

I received security training to maintain company secrets.

Word Family

Noun
보안
Verb
보안하다
Adjective
보안상의
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Memory Tip

Think of 'Bo' (Protect) and 'An' (Peace/Safety).

Quick Quiz

데이터 유출을 막기 위해 서버의 ____을/를 높였다.

Correct!

The correct answer is: 보안

Examples

1

이 건물은 보안이 매우 철저하다.

formal

This building has very strict security.

2

인터넷 뱅킹을 할 때는 보안에 주의하세요.

everyday

Please be careful about security when using internet banking.

3

회사 기밀 유지를 위해 보안 교육을 받았다.

business

I received security training to maintain company secrets.

4

사이버 보안 문제는 현대 사회의 큰 과제이다.

academic

Cybersecurity issues are a major challenge in modern society.

5

비밀번호를 자주 바꾸는 것이 보안에 좋다.

informal

Changing your password often is good for security.

Word Family

Noun
보안
Verb
보안하다
Adjective
보안상의

Common Collocations

보안 강화 strengthening security
정보 보안 information security
보안 시스템 security system
보안 요원 security guard
보안 유지 maintaining security

Common Phrases

보안을 뚫다

to breach security

보안이 뚫리다

security to be breached

보안에 신경 쓰다

to pay attention to security

Often Confused With

보안 vs 안전

Anjeon is general safety; Boan is specifically security/protection of assets or secrets.

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Usage Notes

Common in IELTS topics related to technology, privacy, and government surveillance.

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Common Mistakes

Learners often use 'safety' when they should use 'security' in technical contexts.

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Memory Tip

Think of 'Bo' (Protect) and 'An' (Peace/Safety).

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Word Origin

From Sino-Korean 保安 (protect + peace/safety).

Grammar Patterns

보안을 강화하다 보안이 철저하다

Quick Quiz

데이터 유출을 막기 위해 서버의 ____을/를 높였다.

Correct!

The correct answer is: 보안

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