재능
A natural aptitude or skill that a person is born with or develops. It refers to the ability to do something well, particularly in creative or academic fields.
Examples
3 of 5누구나 자신만의 숨겨진 재능이 하나씩은 있다.
Everyone has at least one hidden talent of their own.
교육의 목적은 학생들의 재능을 발견하고 키워주는 것입니다.
The purpose of education is to discover and nurture students' talents.
넌 정말 요리에 재능이 있는 것 같아.
I think you really have a talent for cooking.
Word Family
Memory Tip
Think of '재' (talent) and '능' (ability) — a gifted ability.
Quick Quiz
그는 언어 습득에 특별한 ( )이 있어서 5개 국어를 한다.
Correct!
The correct answer is: 재능
Examples
누구나 자신만의 숨겨진 재능이 하나씩은 있다.
everydayEveryone has at least one hidden talent of their own.
교육의 목적은 학생들의 재능을 발견하고 키워주는 것입니다.
formalThe purpose of education is to discover and nurture students' talents.
넌 정말 요리에 재능이 있는 것 같아.
informalI think you really have a talent for cooking.
유전적 요인이 예술적 재능에 미치는 영향에 대한 연구가 진행되었다.
academicResearch on the influence of genetic factors on artistic talent was conducted.
우리 회사는 창의적인 재능을 가진 인재를 찾고 있습니다.
businessOur company is looking for talented people with creative skills.
Word Family
Common Collocations
Common Phrases
재능 기부
talent donation (volunteering skills)
다재다능
versatile/multi-talented
재능 낭비
waste of talent
Often Confused With
능력 is a general ability often gained through effort, while 재능 often implies a natural, innate gift.
Usage Notes
Used in IELTS when discussing child development, education systems, or career paths.
Common Mistakes
Learners sometimes use '재능을 하다' instead of '재능이 있다'.
Memory Tip
Think of '재' (talent) and '능' (ability) — a gifted ability.
Word Origin
From Sino-Korean 才 (talent) and 能 (ability).
Grammar Patterns
Cultural Context
'재능 기부' (talent donation) is a popular term in Korea for professionals volunteering their specific skills for the public good.
Quick Quiz
그는 언어 습득에 특별한 ( )이 있어서 5개 국어를 한다.
Correct!
The correct answer is: 재능
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선발하다
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우수하다
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수정하다
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함축적
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