내재적
Belonging to the essential nature of something; inherent or internal rather than coming from outside.
Examples
3 of 5모든 인간은 내재적 가치를 지닌다.
All humans possess intrinsic value.
이 문제는 시스템의 내재적 결함에서 비롯되었다.
This problem stemmed from an inherent flaw in the system.
일 자체가 즐거워서 하는 것은 내재적 보상이다.
Doing work because it's fun is an intrinsic reward.
Word Family
Memory Tip
Think of 'Inside' (내) + 'Exist' (재). Something that exists inside the nature of a thing.
Quick Quiz
외부 보상보다는 ( ) 동기가 장기적인 성공에 더 큰 영향을 미친다.
Correct!
The correct answer is: 내재적
Examples
모든 인간은 내재적 가치를 지닌다.
academicAll humans possess intrinsic value.
이 문제는 시스템의 내재적 결함에서 비롯되었다.
formalThis problem stemmed from an inherent flaw in the system.
일 자체가 즐거워서 하는 것은 내재적 보상이다.
informalDoing work because it's fun is an intrinsic reward.
회사는 직원들의 내재적 역량을 강화하기로 했다.
businessThe company decided to strengthen the employees' intrinsic capabilities.
그의 행동에는 내재적 의미가 담겨 있다.
everydayThere is an inherent meaning in his actions.
Word Family
Common Collocations
Common Phrases
내재적 한계
intrinsic limitation
내재적 결함
inherent flaw
내재적 발전
internal development
Often Confused With
Naemyeonjeok (내면적) focuses on the psychological 'inside', while naejaejeok (내재적) focuses on 'inherent' properties.
Usage Notes
Frequently used in psychology and education topics in IELTS.
Common Mistakes
Often confused with 'internal' (내부적). Use '내재적' for essential, defining qualities.
Memory Tip
Think of 'Inside' (내) + 'Exist' (재). Something that exists inside the nature of a thing.
Word Origin
From Sino-Korean roots: 內 (inside) + 在 (to be/exist) + 的 (adjective marker).
Grammar Patterns
Quick Quiz
외부 보상보다는 ( ) 동기가 장기적인 성공에 더 큰 영향을 미친다.
Correct!
The correct answer is: 내재적
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