B1 noun Neutral

행동

[hɛŋdoŋ]

The way in which one acts or conducts oneself, especially toward others; a physical movement or deed.

Examples

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1

바른 행동을 하려고 노력하세요.

Try to act properly.

2

부적절한 행동에 대해 사과드립니다.

I apologize for the inappropriate behavior.

3

너 행동 똑바로 해!

Behave yourself!

Word Family

Noun
행동
Verb
행동하다
Adverb
null
Adjective
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Memory Tip

Haeng-dong: 'Haeng' (go) and 'Dong' (move). To go and move is to act.

Quick Quiz

그는 자신의 ____에 대해 책임을 져야 한다.

Correct!

The correct answer is: 행동

Examples

1

바른 행동을 하려고 노력하세요.

everyday

Try to act properly.

2

부적절한 행동에 대해 사과드립니다.

formal

I apologize for the inappropriate behavior.

3

너 행동 똑바로 해!

informal

Behave yourself!

4

소비자 행동 분석은 마케팅 연구의 중요한 부분이다.

academic

Consumer behavior analysis is an important part of marketing research.

5

말만 하지 말고 행동으로 보여주세요.

business

Don't just talk, show it through actions.

Word Family

Noun
행동
Verb
행동하다
Adverb
null
Adjective
null

Common Collocations

행동을 취하다 to take action
돌발 행동 unexpected behavior
행동 양식 behavioral pattern
공격적인 행동 aggressive behavior
행동주의 behaviorism

Common Phrases

행동으로 옮기다

to put into action

생각과 행동

thought and action

행동 반경

radius of action

Often Confused With

행동 vs 행위

'행동' is general behavior/acting, while '행위' is a more formal or legal term for a specific 'act' or 'deed'.

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Usage Notes

Common in IELTS topics about psychology, education, and consumerism.

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Common Mistakes

Do not confuse '행동' with '활동' (activity/movement).

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Memory Tip

Haeng-dong: 'Haeng' (go) and 'Dong' (move). To go and move is to act.

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Word Origin

From Sino-Korean 行動 (행동).

Grammar Patterns

행동에 옮기다 (to put into action) 행동이 빠르다/느리다 (to be quick/slow to act)

Quick Quiz

그는 자신의 ____에 대해 책임을 져야 한다.

Correct!

The correct answer is: 행동

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