영구적
Lasting or intended to last or remain unchanged forever. Often used in contrast with 'temporary'.
Examples
3 of 5이것은 영구적인 해결책이라기보다 임시방편이다.
This is a stopgap measure rather than a permanent solution.
환경 오염은 지구에 영구적인 피해를 입힐 수 있다.
Environmental pollution can cause permanent damage to the Earth.
데이터를 영구적으로 삭제하시겠습니까?
Would you like to delete the data permanently?
Word Family
Memory Tip
Think of 'Forever' (영원) -> 'Permanent' (영구).
Quick Quiz
잠깐 동안만 쓰이는 것이 아니라 계속 유지되는 것을 ____이라고 한다.
Correct!
The correct answer is: 영구적
Examples
이것은 영구적인 해결책이라기보다 임시방편이다.
academicThis is a stopgap measure rather than a permanent solution.
환경 오염은 지구에 영구적인 피해를 입힐 수 있다.
formalEnvironmental pollution can cause permanent damage to the Earth.
데이터를 영구적으로 삭제하시겠습니까?
everydayWould you like to delete the data permanently?
그는 영구적인 거주권을 취득했다.
formalHe acquired permanent residency.
영구적으로 변하지 않는 것은 없다.
informalNothing changes permanently (or: nothing is permanent).
Word Family
Common Collocations
Common Phrases
영구 불변
permanently unchanging
영구 정지
permanent suspension/ban
영구 자석
permanent magnet
Often Confused With
지속적 means 'continuous' (ongoing), while 영구적 means 'permanent' (never ending).
Usage Notes
Commonly used in academic writing when discussing the long-term impact of policies or environmental changes.
Common Mistakes
Do not confuse with '연구' (research), which sounds similar.
Memory Tip
Think of 'Forever' (영원) -> 'Permanent' (영구).
Word Origin
From Sino-Korean 永久 (eternal) + 的 (suffix).
Grammar Patterns
Quick Quiz
잠깐 동안만 쓰이는 것이 아니라 계속 유지되는 것을 ____이라고 한다.
Correct!
The correct answer is: 영구적
Related Vocabulary
More general words
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방법
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경험
B1Practical contact with and observation of facts or events. Frequently used in IELTS Speaking to talk about personal history.
편의
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실천
B1The act of putting a plan, idea, or theory into actual practice or action.
변화시키다
B1To cause something to change or transform into a different state or form.
조언
B1Helpful words or suggestions given to someone to help them solve a problem or improve a situation.
광범위하다
B1Covering a wide area or including a great variety of things; extensive.
교류
B1The act of sharing or exchanging things like ideas, information, or culture between groups or countries.
소유하다
B1To have or possess something as one's own, especially property, land, or a specific talent/trait.
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