동력
The energy or power that moves a machine; figuratively, the driving force that pushes a project or social change forward.
Examples
3 of 5이 기계는 전기를 동력으로 사용한다.
This machine uses electricity as its power source.
우리는 새로운 성장 동력을 찾아야 합니다.
We must find a new growth engine (driving force).
공부할 동력이 부족해.
I lack the motivation (driving force) to study.
Word Family
Memory Tip
Dong (Move) + Ryeok (Power). Power to move.
Quick Quiz
창의성은 4차 산업혁명 시대의 중요한 ( )이다.
Correct!
The correct answer is: 동력
Examples
이 기계는 전기를 동력으로 사용한다.
everydayThis machine uses electricity as its power source.
우리는 새로운 성장 동력을 찾아야 합니다.
formalWe must find a new growth engine (driving force).
공부할 동력이 부족해.
informalI lack the motivation (driving force) to study.
시민 사회의 참여는 민주주의 발전의 주요 동력이었다.
academicCivil society participation was the main driving force for democratic development.
기술 개발이 우리 회사의 미래 동력입니다.
businessTechnology development is our company's future driving force.
Word Family
Common Collocations
Common Phrases
신성장 동력
new growth engine
동력 전달 장치
power transmission device
추진 동력 확보
securing driving force
Often Confused With
'에너지' is the general physical capacity, while '동력' specifically implies the force that generates movement or progress.
Usage Notes
Very common in political and business speeches referring to 'growth engines'.
Common Mistakes
In academic contexts, it's rarely used for physical strength (use '근력' instead).
Memory Tip
Dong (Move) + Ryeok (Power). Power to move.
Word Origin
From Sino-Korean 動力.
Grammar Patterns
Quick Quiz
창의성은 4차 산업혁명 시대의 중요한 ( )이다.
Correct!
The correct answer is: 동력
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