차별
The unjust or prejudicial treatment of different categories of people or things, especially on the grounds of race, age, or sex.
Examples
3 of 5남녀 차별 없는 사회를 만들어야 합니다.
We must create a society without gender discrimination.
이 법은 고용에서의 차별을 금지합니다.
This law prohibits discrimination in employment.
직장에서 부당한 차별을 받으면 신고하세요.
If you receive unfair discrimination at work, report it.
Word Family
Memory Tip
Cha (difference) + Byeol (separation). Separation based on difference.
Quick Quiz
모든 인간은 ( ) 없이 평등하게 대우받아야 한다.
Correct!
The correct answer is: 차별
Examples
남녀 차별 없는 사회를 만들어야 합니다.
formalWe must create a society without gender discrimination.
이 법은 고용에서의 차별을 금지합니다.
academicThis law prohibits discrimination in employment.
직장에서 부당한 차별을 받으면 신고하세요.
businessIf you receive unfair discrimination at work, report it.
나는 살면서 한 번도 차별을 느껴본 적이 없어.
everydayI have never felt discrimination in my life.
외국인이라고 차별하면 안 돼.
informalYou shouldn't discriminate just because someone is a foreigner.
Word Family
Common Collocations
Common Phrases
차별 대우
discriminatory treatment
차별을 철폐하다
to abolish discrimination
차별에 맞서다
to stand up against discrimination
Often Confused With
차별 is negative (discrimination), while 차별화 is positive (differentiation/making something unique).
Usage Notes
A high-frequency word for IELTS Writing Task 2 regarding social justice and equality.
Common Mistakes
Do not confuse with '구별' (distinguishing), which is neutral.
Memory Tip
Cha (difference) + Byeol (separation). Separation based on difference.
Word Origin
From Sino-Korean 差別 (difference-separation).
Grammar Patterns
Cultural Context
Anti-discrimination laws (차별금지법) are a major topic of debate in modern Korea.
Quick Quiz
모든 인간은 ( ) 없이 평등하게 대우받아야 한다.
Correct!
The correct answer is: 차별
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