핵심
The most important or central part of something.
Examples
3 of 5그의 주장은 핵심을 찌르고 있다.
His argument hits the core.
우리 회사의 핵심 가치는 혁신이다.
Our company's core value is innovation.
핵심 내용만 요약해서 말해줘.
Just summarize the key points for me.
Word Family
Memory Tip
Haek sounds like 'nucleus' (atom core).
Quick Quiz
성공의 ____은/는 꾸준한 노력이다.
Correct!
The correct answer is: 핵심
Examples
그의 주장은 핵심을 찌르고 있다.
academicHis argument hits the core.
우리 회사의 핵심 가치는 혁신이다.
businessOur company's core value is innovation.
핵심 내용만 요약해서 말해줘.
everydayJust summarize the key points for me.
이것이 이번 프로젝트의 핵심 과제입니다.
formalThis is the core task of this project.
진짜 핵심은 그게 아니야.
informalThat's not the real point.
Word Family
Common Collocations
Common Phrases
핵심을 찌르다
to hit the nail on the head
핵심은 ~이다
the key is ~
핵심 전략
core strategy
Often Confused With
Jung-sim is a neutral 'center', while haek-sim implies the 'essential/crucial' part.
Usage Notes
Essential for identifying main ideas in IELTS Reading.
Common Mistakes
Do not use 'haek-sim' when referring to a geometric center (use 'jung-sim').
Memory Tip
Haek sounds like 'nucleus' (atom core).
Word Origin
From Sino-Korean 核心.
Grammar Patterns
Quick Quiz
성공의 ____은/는 꾸준한 노력이다.
Correct!
The correct answer is: 핵심
Related Vocabulary
More academic words
분석하다
B2To examine something in detail to understand its nature or structure. In an academic context, it refers to breaking down complex information into smaller parts to interpret data or theories.
영향
B2The power or effect that something has on another person, thing, or situation. It is a core concept in academic writing when discussing cause and effect.
현상
B2A fact or situation that is observed to exist or happen, especially one whose cause or explanation is in question. Used frequently to describe social or natural occurrences.
주장하다
B2To state strongly that something is true, especially when others might disagree. This is a fundamental verb for reporting opinions in academic essays.
증가하다
B2To become greater in size, amount, or degree. This is the most common verb used in IELTS Writing Task 1 to describe upward trends in graphs.
감소하다
B2To become smaller in size, amount, or number. It is the direct opposite of '증가하다' and essential for describing downward trends.
관점
B2A particular way of considering or evaluating something; a perspective. It is used to present different angles of an argument.
결과
B2A thing that is caused or produced by something else; an outcome. Crucial for discussing findings in research or the effects of social issues.
중요성
B2The state or fact of being of great significance or value. Frequently used in introductions of academic essays to justify the topic.
해결책
B2A means of solving a problem or dealing with a difficult situation. Essential for 'Problem and Solution' type essays in IELTS.
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