상관관계
A mutual relationship or connection between two or more things, especially when one thing affects or depends on another.
Examples
3 of 5두 변수 사이의 상관관계를 분석해야 합니다.
We need to analyze the correlation between the two variables.
가격과 수요는 역의 상관관계를 가집니다.
Price and demand have an inverse correlation.
학력과 소득 수준의 상관관계에 대한 보고서입니다.
This is a report on the correlation between education and income level.
Word Family
Memory Tip
Sang-gwan (상관) means 'mutual relation'—like two things 'looking at each other'.
Quick Quiz
흡연과 폐암 발생 사이에는 높은 ______가 있다.
Correct!
The correct answer is: 상관관계
Examples
두 변수 사이의 상관관계를 분석해야 합니다.
academicWe need to analyze the correlation between the two variables.
가격과 수요는 역의 상관관계를 가집니다.
businessPrice and demand have an inverse correlation.
학력과 소득 수준의 상관관계에 대한 보고서입니다.
formalThis is a report on the correlation between education and income level.
운동과 건강은 깊은 상관관계가 있어.
informalExercise and health have a deep correlation.
이 두 사건은 아무런 상관관계가 없습니다.
everydayThese two events have no correlation whatsoever.
Word Family
Common Collocations
Common Phrases
상관계수
correlation coefficient
직접적인 상관관계
direct correlation
상관관계를 분석하다
to analyze the correlation
Often Confused With
상관관계 is a connection; 인과관계 is specifically cause-and-effect.
Usage Notes
A high-frequency word in IELTS Academic Task 1 and 2 when discussing data trends or social phenomena.
Common Mistakes
Learners often use '관계' (relationship), but '상관관계' is more precise for statistical or academic connections.
Memory Tip
Sang-gwan (상관) means 'mutual relation'—like two things 'looking at each other'.
Word Origin
From 相 (mutual) + 關 (relation) + 關係 (relationship).
Grammar Patterns
Quick Quiz
흡연과 폐암 발생 사이에는 높은 ______가 있다.
Correct!
The correct answer is: 상관관계
Related Vocabulary
More academic words
시사하다
B2To suggest or imply a certain fact, idea, or possibility indirectly. It is often used when interpreting research findings or data.
전제
B2A thing that is accepted as true or as a starting point for an argument or action; a premise.
요소
B2A necessary or typical part of something; a constituent element or factor that contributes to a result.
시각
B2A particular way of considering or looking at a situation; a point of view. It is essential for presenting various perspectives in IELTS discussion essays.
수치
B2A numerical value or figure obtained by calculation or measurement. Frequently used in academic reports to refer to data points.
급증하다
B2To increase suddenly and rapidly. This is a high-scoring vocabulary word for describing trends in IELTS Task 1.
하락하다
B2To fall or go down in value, price, or level. A formal term used for describing downward trends in IELTS Academic Task 1.
유형
B2A category of people or things having common characteristics. Essential for IELTS when classifying information or discussing types of people/behaviors.
수단
B2A means, method, or instrument used to achieve a particular goal. Frequently used when discussing transportation or communication methods in IELTS.
의무
B2A moral or legal obligation; a responsibility. Often used in IELTS discussions about the role of government or citizens' duties.
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