진화하다
To develop gradually, especially from a simple to a more complex form. In IELTS, this applies to biology, technology, and social systems.
Examples
3 of 5휴대전화는 점점 더 똑똑하게 진화하고 있어요.
Cell phones are evolving to be smarter and smarter.
언어는 시대에 따라 끊임없이 진화합니다.
Language constantly evolves according to the times.
너 패션 감각이 진짜 많이 진화했다!
Your fashion sense has really evolved a lot!
Word Family
Memory Tip
Jin-hwa: 'Jin' as in 'Jin-bo' (progress). Hwa as in 'change'. Progressive change.
Quick Quiz
인공지능 기술은 매일 놀라운 속도로 ( )하고 있다.
Correct!
The correct answer is: 진화
Examples
휴대전화는 점점 더 똑똑하게 진화하고 있어요.
everydayCell phones are evolving to be smarter and smarter.
언어는 시대에 따라 끊임없이 진화합니다.
formalLanguage constantly evolves according to the times.
너 패션 감각이 진짜 많이 진화했다!
informalYour fashion sense has really evolved a lot!
다윈의 진화론은 생물학의 기초가 되었다.
academicDarwin's theory of evolution became the foundation of biology.
우리 서비스는 고객의 요구에 맞춰 진화하고 있습니다.
businessOur service is evolving to meet customer needs.
Word Family
Common Collocations
Common Phrases
진화론
theory of evolution
진화를 거듭하다
to undergo repeated evolution
인류의 진화
evolution of mankind
Often Confused With
The same spelling can mean 'to extinguish a fire'. Context is key.
Usage Notes
Very common in IELTS Reading passages about science, history, or tech.
Common Mistakes
Remember that '진화' implies improvement or complexity, not just any change.
Memory Tip
Jin-hwa: 'Jin' as in 'Jin-bo' (progress). Hwa as in 'change'. Progressive change.
Word Origin
From Sino-Korean 進化 (진화).
Grammar Patterns
Quick Quiz
인공지능 기술은 매일 놀라운 속도로 ( )하고 있다.
Correct!
The correct answer is: 진화
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