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verb

to be

"학생이에요."

verb

to have

"책이 있어요."

verb

to do

"공부해요."

verb

to go

"학교에 가요."

noun

house

"우리 집."

noun

water

"물을 주세요."

noun

tea

"차가 좋아요."

noun

family

"우리 가족."

noun

mother

"저의 어머니."

noun

father

"저의 아버지."

noun

The quality of being receptive to new ideas or the degree to which something is accepted by the public/community.

"정부 정책의 성공을 위해서는 국민의 수용성이 중요하다."

noun

A permanent, full-time position with a contract of indefinite duration. This term is crucial for IELTS topics regarding labor markets, job security, and economic stability.

"많은 청년들이 고용 안정을 위해 정규직 취업을 희망한다."

adjective

Relating to experience or use rather than theory; useful and sensible in a real situation. Often used in IELTS when discussing design, architecture, or educational subjects.

"이 가구는 디자인보다 실용적인 면을 강조했다."

verb

To be accumulated or added up over a period of time. It is frequently used to describe the buildup of fatigue, debt, or environmental damage.

"피로가 누적되면 건강을 해칠 수 있다."

noun

The fulfillment of one's talents and potentialities, especially considered as a drive or need present in everyone. This term often appears in IELTS Academic topics related to education goals and career satisfaction.

"교육의 궁극적인 목적은 개개인의 자아실현을 돕는 것이다."

noun

The process where something new originates or branches out from a primary source or root. In finance, it refers to products whose value comes from an underlying asset.

"이 단어는 라틴어에서 파생된 것이다."

noun

The process of a hidden problem, issue, or phenomenon becoming apparent or coming to the surface.

"오랫동안 숨겨졌던 갈등이 드디어 표면화되었다."

noun

Chemical substances found in food that are necessary for the growth and maintenance of the body. This word is essential for IELTS topics regarding diet, health, and lifestyle.

"신체가 정상적으로 기능하기 위해서는 다양한 영양소가 필요하다."

noun

The act of adding more details or explanations to clarify a point. It is often used to expand on a topic sentence in an essay.

"이해를 돕기 위해 약간의 부연을 하겠습니다."

noun

The capacity to recover quickly from difficulties; resilience. It can apply to individuals, ecosystems, or economies.

"경제의 빠른 성장은 우리 국민의 강한 회복력 덕분입니다."

noun

The state of being fully grown or developed, either physically or mentally. It can also describe a society or industry that has reached a stable and advanced stage.

"그는 나이에 비해 정신적으로 매우 성숙하다."

noun

The process of combining two or more things to create something new. Commonly used in chemistry (synthesis) or digital media (composite/editing).

"이 플라스틱은 여러 화학 물질의 합성으로 만들어졌다."

noun

The act of listing things one by one. It is a common rhetorical device used in academic writing to present multiple points or examples.

"그는 자신의 주장을 뒷받침하는 사례들을 열거했다."

noun

A clear and certain proof or evidence that confirms a fact or theory. It is a stronger term than just 'evidence'.

"그 가설을 뒷받침할 확실한 확증이 필요합니다."

verb

To become self-aware or to realize one's own state, position, or responsibility. It often refers to internal realization rather than external information.

"그는 자신의 잘못을 스스로 자각하기 시작했다."

verb

To act in solidarity or to form an alliance for a common goal or shared interest. It implies a sense of mutual support and unity between groups or individuals.

"환경 단체들은 기후 위기에 대응하기 위해 서로 연대하고 있다."

adjective

Having a low price; not expensive but often implying good value for money.

"이 가게는 물건값이 저렴해서 인기가 많아요."

verb

To refer or hand over a matter, person, or case to a specific department, committee, or legal body for further investigation or decision.

"그 사건은 징계 위원회에 회부되었다."

verb

To formally abolish or cancel a law, system, or custom that has been in place.

"정부는 불합리한 규제를 폐지하기로 했습니다."

verb

To conclude or judge something definitively, often based on limited information or a firm belief.

"그의 말만 듣고 범인이라고 단정할 수는 없다."

noun

The process by which an economy is transformed from primarily agricultural to one based on the manufacturing of goods. It is a fundamental concept for discussing environmental impact and social change in IELTS.

"급격한 산업화는 도시 인구 집중 문제를 야기했다."

adverb

To do something in a firm, solid, or secure manner. It describes making a status, relationship, or foundation stronger and more stable.

"두 나라는 우호 관계를 더욱 공고히 했다."

verb

To be confronted with a problem, task, or situation that requires immediate attention. It describes being in a position where one must deal with a current challenge.

"우리는 에너지 부족이라는 심각한 문제에 당면해 있습니다."

verb

To be widely spoken of or discussed by people; to be on everyone's lips like raw meat and roasted meat (delicious things).

"그의 선행은 지금까지도 많은 사람들에게 회자되고 있다."

noun

The act of helping or supporting a main function or entity. It often refers to financial assistance (subsidies) or providing secondary aid to complete a task.

"정부는 중소기업에 재정적 보조를 아끼지 않았다."

noun

A division or contrast between two things that are or are represented as being opposed or entirely different; dichotomy.

"세상을 선과 악이라는 이분법으로만 봐서는 안 된다."