자격
A condition or requirement that must be met to be eligible for a position, right, or privilege; qualification.
Examples
3 of 5변호사 자격을 취득하기 위해 공부하고 있습니다.
I am studying to obtain a lawyer qualification.
지원 자격은 대졸 이상입니다.
The application qualification is a university degree or higher.
자격 미달로 인해 장학금을 받지 못했습니다.
I couldn't receive the scholarship due to lack of qualifications.
Word Family
Memory Tip
Ja (Self) + Gyeok (Standard/Level) = Your own standard or level for a role.
Quick Quiz
그는 이 프로젝트를 이끌 ____이 충분한 사람이다.
Correct!
The correct answer is: 자격
Examples
변호사 자격을 취득하기 위해 공부하고 있습니다.
everydayI am studying to obtain a lawyer qualification.
지원 자격은 대졸 이상입니다.
formalThe application qualification is a university degree or higher.
자격 미달로 인해 장학금을 받지 못했습니다.
academicI couldn't receive the scholarship due to lack of qualifications.
우리 회사는 직무 관련 자격증 소지자를 우대합니다.
businessOur company gives preference to those with job-related certifications.
너는 그런 말을 할 자격이 없어.
informalYou have no right (qualification) to say such things.
Word Family
Common Collocations
Common Phrases
자격이 충분하다
to be fully qualified
자격이 없다
to not be qualified/have no right
국가 공인 자격
nationally recognized qualification
Often Confused With
Jogeon is a 'condition' in general; Jagyeok specifically refers to personal eligibility or status.
Usage Notes
Very common in IELTS topics about education, careers, and social rights.
Common Mistakes
Learners often use '자격' when they mean '자격증' (the physical certificate).
Memory Tip
Ja (Self) + Gyeok (Standard/Level) = Your own standard or level for a role.
Word Origin
From Sino-Korean 資 (resources) and 格 (standard).
Grammar Patterns
Cultural Context
Certification fever (자격증 열풍) is a phenomenon in Korea where people collect licenses for better jobs.
Quick Quiz
그는 이 프로젝트를 이끌 ____이 충분한 사람이다.
Correct!
The correct answer is: 자격
Related Grammar Rules
Related Vocabulary
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비정규직
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이직하다
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구직
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취업하다
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취직
B1The act of finding and getting a job. It refers to the process of entering a workplace as an employee.
지원
B1The act of applying for a job, a course of study, or a position. It can also mean support or aid.
자격 요건
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근무 조건
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고용주
B2A person or organization that employs people.
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