모색하다
To search for or explore ways, methods, or solutions to a problem or a future path.
Examples
3 of 5정부는 경제 활성화를 위한 방안을 모색 중이다.
The government is seeking ways to revitalize the economy.
기업들은 해외 시장 진출 기회를 모색하고 있다.
Companies are exploring opportunities to enter overseas markets.
어떻게 하면 좋을지 친구들과 방법을 모색해 봤어.
I explored ways of what would be good to do with my friends.
Word Family
Memory Tip
Mo-Saek: 'Mo' (Model/Method) 'Saek' (Search).
Quick Quiz
회사는 수익성을 높이기 위한 대안을 ( ) 있다.
Correct!
The correct answer is: 모색하고
Examples
정부는 경제 활성화를 위한 방안을 모색 중이다.
academicThe government is seeking ways to revitalize the economy.
기업들은 해외 시장 진출 기회를 모색하고 있다.
businessCompanies are exploring opportunities to enter overseas markets.
어떻게 하면 좋을지 친구들과 방법을 모색해 봤어.
everydayI explored ways of what would be good to do with my friends.
양국은 평화적인 해결책을 모색하기로 합의했다.
formalThe two countries agreed to seek a peaceful solution.
탈출구를 모색해야 해.
informalWe need to look for a way out.
Word Family
Common Collocations
Common Phrases
다각도로 모색하다
to explore from various angles
활로를 모색하다
to seek a way out/breakthrough
발전 방향을 모색하다
to seek a direction for development
Often Confused With
'찾다' is used for lost items; '모색하다' is for abstract methods or future directions.
Usage Notes
Frequently appears in news and formal reports regarding policy or business strategy.
Common Mistakes
It sounds very formal; using it for 'searching for my keys' sounds very strange.
Memory Tip
Mo-Saek: 'Mo' (Model/Method) 'Saek' (Search).
Word Origin
From Sino-Korean 摸 (grope/search) and 索 (search).
Grammar Patterns
Quick Quiz
회사는 수익성을 높이기 위한 대안을 ( ) 있다.
Correct!
The correct answer is: 모색하고
Related Vocabulary
More business words
산업
B1Economic activity concerned with the processing of raw materials and manufacture of goods in factories, or a particular field of business.
장기적
B1Relating to or lasting for a long period of time in the future. Essential for discussing future plans, investments, or sustainable development.
관리
B1The process of dealing with or controlling things or people; the act of organizing and supervising a system, business, or resource.
실질적
B1Being so in fact or effect, even if not formally recognized; practical or substantial rather than theoretical.
불이익
B1A disadvantage or loss that someone suffers. It refers to a negative consequence or a lack of benefit compared to others.
규모
B1The size, extent, or scale of something, often used to describe businesses, projects, or natural disasters.
수익
B1The financial gain or profit earned from business activities or investments after subtracting costs.
조직
B1A systematic group of people or elements organized for a specific purpose, such as a company, association, or biological tissue.
부문
B1A specific part or category within a larger field, system, or organization, such as an industry sector.
요구
B1The act of asking for something forcefully or as a right; a demand or requirement.
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