고립되다
To be isolated or cut off from others, either physically or socially.
Examples
3 of 5노인들이 사회적으로 고립되는 문제가 심각하다.
The problem of the elderly being socially isolated is serious.
섬에 갇혀서 며칠 동안 고립되어 있었어.
I was stuck on an island and isolated for several days.
외교적으로 고립되지 않으려면 동맹이 필요하다.
Alliances are needed to avoid being diplomatically isolated.
Word Family
Memory Tip
Go-Rip: 'Go' (Alone/High) + 'Rip' (Standing). Standing alone.
Quick Quiz
폭설로 인해 산간 마을이 ( )되었다.
Correct!
The correct answer is: 고립
Examples
노인들이 사회적으로 고립되는 문제가 심각하다.
academicThe problem of the elderly being socially isolated is serious.
섬에 갇혀서 며칠 동안 고립되어 있었어.
everydayI was stuck on an island and isolated for several days.
외교적으로 고립되지 않으려면 동맹이 필요하다.
formalAlliances are needed to avoid being diplomatically isolated.
나만 혼자 고립된 기분이야.
informalI feel like I'm the only one isolated.
기술 변화에 뒤처지면 시장에서 고립될 수 있습니다.
businessIf you fall behind in technological changes, you can be isolated in the market.
Word Family
Common Collocations
Common Phrases
고립무원
being alone and helpless (idiom)
고립 정책
isolation policy
심리적 고립
psychological isolation
Often Confused With
소외되다 implies being left out or marginalized by a group, while 고립되다 implies being completely cut off or alone.
Usage Notes
Common in IELTS when discussing urbanization, mental health, or international relations.
Common Mistakes
Do not confuse with '독립(independence)'.
Memory Tip
Go-Rip: 'Go' (Alone/High) + 'Rip' (Standing). Standing alone.
Word Origin
From Hanja 孤立 (Alone + Stand).
Grammar Patterns
Quick Quiz
폭설로 인해 산간 마을이 ( )되었다.
Correct!
The correct answer is: 고립
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