동질적
Characterized by being of the same kind, nature, or origin. It describes a group or system where the members share similar properties or characteristics.
Examples
3 of 5동질적인 집단 내에서는 의사소통이 비교적 쉽다.
Communication is relatively easy within a homogeneous group.
우리는 비슷한 취미를 가진 동질적인 모임을 만들었다.
We formed a homogeneous group with similar hobbies.
너랑 나는 생각하는 게 참 동질적인 것 같아.
I think you and I are very similar in our thinking.
Word Family
Memory Tip
Dong (Same) + Jil (Quality). Same quality.
Quick Quiz
같은 고향 사람들을 만나면 강한 ______을 느끼게 된다.
Correct!
The correct answer is: 동질감
Examples
동질적인 집단 내에서는 의사소통이 비교적 쉽다.
formalCommunication is relatively easy within a homogeneous group.
우리는 비슷한 취미를 가진 동질적인 모임을 만들었다.
neutralWe formed a homogeneous group with similar hobbies.
너랑 나는 생각하는 게 참 동질적인 것 같아.
informalI think you and I are very similar in our thinking.
시장 조사를 위해 동질적인 소비자 집단을 선정했다.
academicA homogeneous consumer group was selected for market research.
조직의 결속력을 위해 동질적인 가치관을 공유하는 것이 중요하다.
businessIt is important to share homogeneous values for organizational solidarity.
Word Family
Common Collocations
Common Phrases
강한 동질감
strong sense of kinship
동질적인 구성원
homogeneous members
민족적 동질성
ethnic homogeneity
Often Confused With
Dong-iljeok means 'identical' (exactly the same), while dongjiljeok means 'homogeneous' (of the same nature).
Usage Notes
Antonym of '이질적'. Essential for discussing sociology and group dynamics.
Common Mistakes
Don't confuse '동질감' (feeling of being alike) with '동정심' (pity/sympathy).
Memory Tip
Dong (Same) + Jil (Quality). Same quality.
Word Origin
Sino-Korean: 'dong' (same), 'jil' (quality/nature), 'jeok' (attribute).
Grammar Patterns
Cultural Context
Often used to describe Korea's traditional self-image as a 'one-blood nation'.
Quick Quiz
같은 고향 사람들을 만나면 강한 ______을 느끼게 된다.
Correct!
The correct answer is: 동질감
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