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At the A1 level, you might not use the word '결론' (conclusion) very often, as it is a bit formal. However, you can think of it as the 'end' of a story or a thought. Imagine you are telling a story about your day. The '결론' is the final part where you say what happened at the very end. It's like saying 'The end' in a book. You might hear it in simple classroom settings when a teacher asks, 'So, what is the answer?' Even though it's a big word, it just means the final decision or the last part of a talk.

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At the A2 level, you start to see '결론' in slightly more structured contexts. You might use it when you are talking about a simple choice you made. For example, 'After thinking, my conclusion is to go to Korea.' You will also see it in basic reading passages that have a beginning, middle, and end. The '결론' is that final paragraph. You should start learning the phrase '결론은...' (The conclusion is...) to help you summarize your simple thoughts when speaking with friends or teachers.

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At the B1 level, '결론' becomes a very useful tool for organizing your speech and writing. You are now expected to give reasons for your opinions. '결론' is the word you use to tie those reasons together. You will learn common phrases like '결론을 내리다' (to make a conclusion). If you are writing a short essay for a Korean class, you will need to label your final paragraph as the '결론.' You will also encounter this word in news clips or simple documentaries where a reporter summarizes a situation.

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At the B2 level, you should use '결론' with precision. This is the level where you distinguish between '결론' (reasoned conclusion) and '결과' (objective result). You will use it in debates to challenge others ('How did you reach that conclusion?') or in professional settings to summarize a business proposal. You should be comfortable using the adverbial form '결론적으로' (in conclusion) to transition to your final point. You will also see it frequently in TOPIK II reading and writing tasks, where logical flow is essential for a high score.

At the C1 level, '결론' is used in highly academic and professional discourse. You will understand the nuance of '결론을 도출하다' (to derive a conclusion) versus '결론을 맺다' (to conclude a speech). You will use it to discuss complex social issues, scientific research, and philosophical arguments. At this level, you can analyze whether a conclusion is '성급하다' (hasty) or '타당하다' (valid). You will also be able to use it metaphorically in literature or high-level journalism to discuss the 'conclusion' of a historical era or a political movement.

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At the C2 level, your mastery of '결론' is near-native. You can use it in legal contexts to discuss 'judicial conclusions' or in scientific contexts to discuss 'empirical conclusions.' You understand the subtle differences between '결론,' '귀결' (consequent/result), and '판단' (judgment). You can use the word to navigate extremely formal environments, such as academic symposiums or high-level diplomatic negotiations, where every word choice matters. You are also able to critique the logical structure of others' conclusions with sophisticated vocabulary.

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결론 (Gyeollon) means 'conclusion' or 'final judgment' reached through logical reasoning.
It is used as the structural end of an essay (Introduction, Body, Conclusion).
Commonly paired with the verb '내리다' (to make/draw a conclusion).
Distinct from '결과' (result), which is an objective outcome rather than a reasoned thought.

The Korean word 결론 (Gyeollon) is a cornerstone of logical discourse, academic writing, and decisive communication. Derived from the Hanja characters 結 (맺을 결 - to tie/bind) and 論 (논할 론 - to discuss/theory), it literally translates to 'tying up a discussion.' In English, we most commonly translate this as 'conclusion,' but its usage spans across various nuances of decision-making and structural finality.

The Logical End-Point: In a debate or a personal thought process, 결론 represents the final judgment reached after considering all evidence. It is the 'so what?' of an argument. When you say '결론을 내리다' (to draw a conclusion), you are signaling that the period of deliberation is over and a firm stance has been taken.
The Structural Component: In the context of writing—whether it is a university essay, a scientific report, or a business proposal—결론 refers to the final section of the document. It mirrors the 'Introduction' (서론) and the 'Body' (본론). Here, it serves to summarize findings and provide final recommendations.
Daily Conversation: In everyday life, Koreans use this word to cut to the chase. If someone is rambling, you might hear '그래서 결론이 뭐야?' (So, what's the bottom line?). It functions as a linguistic tool to demand clarity and finality in communication.

긴 회의 끝에 우리는 프로젝트를 중단하기로 결론을 내렸습니다.
— Translation: After a long meeting, we reached the conclusion to stop the project.

Understanding 결론 requires recognizing that it is not just a 'result' (결과). While a result is something that happens (often automatically), a conclusion is something that is *reached* through human agency and reasoning. You don't just 'get' a 결론; you 'derive' or 'reach' it. This distinction is vital for B2 learners who are moving from simple descriptions to complex logical expressions.

그의 말은 논리적이지 않아서 어떤 결론도 이끌어낼 수 없었다.
— Translation: His words were not logical, so no conclusion could be drawn.

Furthermore, the word is frequently paired with specific verbs that change its nuance slightly. '결론을 짓다' implies finishing or wrapping up a matter, whereas '결론에 도달하다' suggests a journey of thought that has finally arrived at a destination. These collocations are essential for sounding natural in Korean.

Academic Context: In TOPIK II writing tasks, the 결론 section is where you restate your thesis and offer a future outlook. It is the part of the essay that leaves the final impression on the examiner.

이 보고서의 결론 부분은 매우 설득력이 있다.
— Translation: The conclusion part of this report is very persuasive.

Mastering the usage of 결론 involves understanding its common verb pairings and its role as a noun in complex sentence structures. Since it is a noun, it often acts as the object of a sentence, but it can also be the subject or part of a descriptive phrase.

Common Verb Pairings (Collocations)

결론을 내리다: To make/draw a conclusion. (Most common)
결론에 도달하다: To reach a conclusion. (Suggests a process)
결론을 맺다: To conclude/finish. (Often used for speeches or writing)
결론을 짓다: To finalize a conclusion.

우리는 아직 최종적인 결론을 내리지 못했습니다.
— Translation: We haven't been able to reach a final conclusion yet.

When using 결론 in academic or formal settings, it is often preceded by a clause that explains *how* the conclusion was reached. For example, '...라는 결론' (the conclusion that...). This allows you to embed a full thought within the noun phrase.

결국 그 계획은 실현 불가능하다는 결론이 났다.
— Translation: In the end, the conclusion was reached that the plan is impossible to realize.

In persuasive speaking, you might use '결론적으로' (In conclusion / Conclusively) as an adverb to start your final point. This is a high-level transition word that helps organize your thoughts clearly for the listener.

결론적으로 말씀드리면, 이번 투자는 위험합니다.
— Translation: To speak in conclusion, this investment is risky.

Using with Adjectives

성급한 결론: A hasty conclusion.
명확한 결론: A clear conclusion.
논리적인 결론: A logical conclusion.
뻔한 결론: An obvious conclusion.

너무 성급하게 결론을 내리지 마세요.
— Translation: Don't draw a conclusion too hastily.

Finally, consider the phrase '결론은 하나다' (The conclusion is one / There is only one conclusion). This is a dramatic way to emphasize that despite many variables, only one answer remains. It is frequently used in detective stories or intense debates.

모든 증거를 종합해 볼 때, 결론은 하나뿐입니다.
— Translation: Considering all the evidence, there is only one conclusion.

You will encounter 결론 in environments where logic, structure, and finality are prioritized. It is less common in casual banter between close friends unless they are discussing a specific problem, but it is ubiquitous in professional and intellectual settings.

In the News and Media: News anchors often use this word when summarizing investigative reports or court rulings. You might hear: '검찰은 이번 사건을 사고로 결론지었습니다' (The prosecution concluded this case as an accident). Here, it carries the weight of an official legal or investigative determination.
In University Lectures: Professors use '결론' to signal the end of a complex theory explanation. They might say, '오늘 강의의 결론은 다음과 같습니다' (The conclusion of today's lecture is as follows). For students, recognizing this word is a cue to start taking final notes.
In Business Meetings: Meetings in Korea can be long and detailed. Toward the end, a manager will often say, '자, 이제 결론을 내봅시다' (Now, let's reach a conclusion). It is the signal to stop brainstorming and start deciding on actionable items.

토론이 길어지고 있지만 아직 아무런 결론도 나지 않았습니다.
— Translation: The discussion is getting long, but no conclusion has been reached yet.

In popular culture, particularly in 'K-Dramas' involving lawyers, doctors, or detectives, '결론' is a high-frequency word. Detectives use it when they find the 'smoking gun,' and lawyers use it in their closing arguments to the jury or judge.

수사 결과, 범인은 내부자라는 결론에 이르렀다.
— Translation: As a result of the investigation, the conclusion was reached that the culprit is an insider.

In the world of science and research, '결론' is the final chapter of any paper. If you are reading a Korean research paper, look for the heading 'V. 결론' to find the summary of the study's impact and findings. This is often the most read part of any academic work.

Daily Impatience: If a friend is telling a very long story about their weekend and you want to know if they actually met the person they were looking for, you might jokingly say, '그래서, 결론만 말해봐!' (So, just tell me the conclusion!).

이 책의 결론은 독자들에게 깊은 울림을 준다.
— Translation: The conclusion of this book gives a deep resonance to the readers.

For English speakers, the most common mistake when using 결론 is confusing it with other 'end-related' words like 결과 (Result), 끝 (End), or 마무리 (Finishing touch). While they all deal with the termination of something, their logical applications are quite different.

Mistake 1: 결론 vs. 결과: This is the most frequent error. 결과 is a 'result' or 'outcome'—something that happens as a consequence of an action (e.g., 'The result of the exam'). 결론 is a 'conclusion'—a judgment reached through thinking. You cannot 'think' a result, and you cannot 'happen' a conclusion. If you say '시험 결론' (exam conclusion), it sounds like you are analyzing the exam's meaning, not talking about your score.
Mistake 2: 결론 vs. 끝: 끝 is the physical or temporal end of something. The 'end of a movie' is '영화의 끝.' If you say '영화의 결론,' you are talking about the philosophical conclusion or the message the movie reached, not the final scene itself.

❌ 이 실험의 결론은 폭발이었다. (The conclusion of this experiment was an explosion.)
✅ 이 실험의 결과는 폭발이었다. (The result of this experiment was an explosion.)
Note: An explosion is a physical outcome (결과), not a reasoned judgment (결론).

Another mistake is using the wrong verb. English speakers often want to say '결론을 만들다' (to make a conclusion), but in Korean, '내리다' (to lower/bring down) is the standard verb for 'making' a decision or conclusion. Think of it as 'bringing down' a final verdict.

❌ 우리는 결론을 만들었다.
✅ 우리는 결론을 내렸다.

Mistake 3: Misusing '결론적으로': Sometimes learners use '결론적으로' to mean 'finally' in a sequence (like 'first, second, finally'). However, '결론적으로' should only be used when you are synthesizing previous points into a final judgment. For a simple sequence, use '마지막으로' (lastly).

그는 자신의 실수를 인정하며 이야기를 결론지었다.
— Translation: He concluded his story by admitting his mistake.

To expand your Korean vocabulary, it is helpful to see how 결론 relates to other words that describe endings, summaries, and results. Choosing the right word can make your Korean sound much more precise and sophisticated.

결론 (Conclusion) vs. 결과 (Result): As discussed, 결론 is a logical judgment (internal process), while 결과 is an objective outcome (external event).
Example: '공부의 결과는 성적이고, 공부의 결론은 배움의 즐거움이다.' (The result of studying is grades; the conclusion of studying is the joy of learning.)
결론 (Conclusion) vs. 요약 (Summary): 요약 is a shortening of existing information without necessarily adding a new judgment. 결론 often includes a new insight or a final decision based on that information.
Example: '회의 내용을 요약해 주세요.' (Please summarize the meeting.) vs. '회의의 결론을 말씀해 주세요.' (Please tell us the conclusion/decision of the meeting.)
결론 (Conclusion) vs. 판정 (Verdict/Judgment): 판정 is usually used in sports or legal contexts where an official authority makes a 'call.' 결론 is broader and can be personal or academic.
Example: '심판의 판정' (The referee's verdict) vs. '나의 개인적인 결론' (My personal conclusion).

결국 우리는 그를 믿기로 결론을 내렸습니다.
— Translation: In the end, we reached the conclusion to trust him.

Other useful alternatives include 매듭 (knot/closure), which is often used metaphorically in the phrase '매듭을 짓다' (to tie the knot/finish a task), and 종결 (termination/finality), which is a more formal, technical term for ending a process or a case.

그의 주장은 결론이 빈약하다는 비판을 받았다.
— Translation: His argument was criticized for having a weak conclusion.

In summary, while '결론' is your go-to word for 'conclusion,' always consider if you are talking about a physical end (끝), a factual result (결과), or a brief overview (요약) to ensure your Korean is as accurate as possible.

How Formal Is It?

Wusstest du?

The character 結 (Gyeol) is the same one used in 'Gyeol-hon' (Marriage), symbolizing the 'tying' of two people together, just as 'Gyeol-lon' ties together various arguments.

Aussprachehilfe

UK ɡjʌl.lon

US ɡjʌl.lon

The stress is relatively even, but a slight emphasis is placed on the first syllable '결'.

Reimt sich auf

이론 (Theory) 언론 (Media/Press) 토론 (Discussion) 여론 (Public opinion) 본론 (Main body) 서론 (Introduction) 물론 (Of course) 정론 (Orthodox theory)

Häufige Fehler

Pronouncing '결' as 'gyeol' with a hard English 'L' instead of the Korean liquid 'ㄹ'.
Pronouncing '론' as 'ron' with an English 'R' sound.
Separating the two 'ㄹ' sounds too much; they should flow together like 'll' in 'million'.
Making the 'eo' sound too much like 'o'.
Not tensing the 'ㄹ' sound between the syllables.

Schwierigkeitsgrad

Lesen 3/5

Common in texts, easy to recognize once the Hanja roots are known.

Schreiben 4/5

Requires knowledge of specific verb collocations like '내리다'.

Sprechen 3/5

Useful for summarizing thoughts, but needs correct intonation.

Hören 3/5

Often signals the most important part of a speech.

Was du als Nächstes lernen solltest

Voraussetzungen

생각 (Thought) 이유 (Reason) 말하다 (To speak) 끝 (End) 결정 (Decision)

Als Nächstes lernen

추론 (Inference) 논리 (Logic) 근거 (Grounds/Evidence) 요약 (Summary) 분석 (Analysis)

Fortgeschritten

귀결 (Consequence) 함의 (Implication) 전제 (Premise) 가설 (Hypothesis)

Wichtige Grammatik

-(ㄴ/는)다는 결론

그가 정직하다는 결론을 내렸다.

-기 위해(서) (In order to)

결론을 내리기 위해 회의를 했다.

-(으)로 인해 (Due to)

오해로 인해 잘못된 결론을 내렸다.

-아/어 보니 (After trying...)

생각해 보니 결론은 하나였다.

-ㄹ 수밖에 없다 (Have no choice but to...)

이런 결론을 내릴 수밖에 없었다.

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Beispiele nach Niveau

이야기의 결론이 뭐예요?

What is the conclusion of the story?

Noun + 이/가 (subject marker) + 뭐예요? (what is it?)

결론은 아주 간단해요.

The conclusion is very simple.

Noun + 은/는 (topic marker) + adjective + 어요/아요.

선생님이 결론을 말했어요.

The teacher said the conclusion.

Noun + 을/를 (object marker) + 말하다 (to speak).

결론이 궁금해요.

I am curious about the conclusion.

Noun + 이/가 + 궁금하다 (to be curious).

이 책의 결론은 슬퍼요.

The conclusion of this book is sad.

Noun + 의 (possessive) + 결론.

결론을 빨리 알려주세요.

Please tell me the conclusion quickly.

Adverb + 알려주다 (to let know) + 세요 (polite request).

결론은 아직 몰라요.

I don't know the conclusion yet.

Adverb (아직) + 모르다 (to not know).

영화의 결론이 좋아요.

The conclusion of the movie is good.

Noun + 의 + 결론 + 이/가 + 좋다.

우리는 결론을 내렸어요.

We made a conclusion.

Past tense of 내리다 (to lower/make).

결론부터 말씀해 주세요.

Please tell me the conclusion first.

Noun + 부터 (from/starting with).

이 보고서의 결론은 무엇입니까?

What is the conclusion of this report?

Formal question ending -입니까?

결론을 내리기가 어려워요.

It is difficult to make a conclusion.

Verb stem + 기가 어렵다 (to be difficult to do).

긴 회의 끝에 결론이 났어요.

After a long meeting, a conclusion was reached.

Noun + 끝에 (at the end of).

결론이 바뀌지 않았어요.

The conclusion has not changed.

Negative form -지 않다.

그의 결론은 틀렸어요.

His conclusion was wrong.

Past tense of 틀리다 (to be wrong).

결론을 확인해 보세요.

Please check the conclusion.

Verb + 어/아 보다 (to try doing).

여러 가지 이유로 이런 결론을 내렸습니다.

I reached this conclusion for several reasons.

Noun + (으)로 (by/due to).

결론적으로 말하면, 우리는 찬성합니다.

In conclusion, we agree.

Adverbial form 결론적으로.

성급한 결론은 위험할 수 있습니다.

A hasty conclusion can be dangerous.

Adjective + Noun + -ㄹ 수 있다 (can be).

이 실험의 결론을 도출하기 위해 노력했습니다.

We worked hard to derive the conclusion of this experiment.

Verb stem + 기 위해 (in order to).

회의에서 아무런 결론도 얻지 못했습니다.

We didn't get any conclusion from the meeting.

아무런 + Noun + 도 (not any...).

결론 부분이 가장 중요합니다.

The conclusion part is the most important.

Superlative 가장 (most).

작가는 결론에서 희망을 이야기합니다.

The author talks about hope in the conclusion.

Noun + 에서 (in/at).

결론에 도달하는 과정이 복잡했습니다.

The process of reaching the conclusion was complex.

Noun + 에 도달하다 (to reach).

조사 결과에 근거하여 결론을 내리겠습니다.

I will make a conclusion based on the investigation results.

Noun + 에 근거하여 (based on).

그의 주장은 결론이 논리적이지 않습니다.

His argument's conclusion is not logical.

Negative form -지 않다.

우리는 마침내 최종 결론에 도달했습니다.

We finally reached a final conclusion.

Adverb 마침내 (finally).

결론을 맺기 전에 질문을 받겠습니다.

I will take questions before concluding.

Verb stem + 기 전에 (before doing).

이 보고서는 결론이 빈약하다는 평가를 받았다.

This report was evaluated as having a weak conclusion.

Noun + -다는 (indirect quote/description).

결론을 뒤집을 만한 새로운 증거가 나왔다.

New evidence has emerged that could overturn the conclusion.

Verb stem + ㄹ 만한 (worth/capable of).

상황을 종합해 볼 때, 결론은 명확합니다.

When synthesizing the situation, the conclusion is clear.

Verb stem + 어/아 볼 때 (when trying to...).

결론적으로 이번 프로젝트는 성공적이었습니다.

In conclusion, this project was successful.

Adverbial form 결론적으로.

논문의 결론 도출 과정에서 오류가 발견되었습니다.

An error was found in the process of deriving the thesis's conclusion.

Noun + 도출 (derivation).

사회적 합의를 통해 결론을 이끌어내야 합니다.

We must draw a conclusion through social consensus.

Noun + 을/를 이끌어내다 (to draw out).

그의 논리는 결론에 이르기까지 일관성이 있었다.

His logic was consistent until reaching the conclusion.

Noun + 에 이르기까지 (until reaching).

결론을 유보하는 것이 현명할 때도 있습니다.

There are times when it is wise to reserve a conclusion.

Noun + 을/를 유보하다 (to reserve/postpone).

이러한 현상은 필연적인 결론이라고 볼 수 있다.

This phenomenon can be seen as an inevitable conclusion.

Adjective 필연적인 (inevitable).

결론을 뒷받침할 충분한 데이터가 필요합니다.

Sufficient data is needed to support the conclusion.

Verb stem + ㄹ (future participle) + 뒷받침하다 (to support).

양측의 주장이 팽팽하여 결론을 내기 어렵습니다.

Both sides' arguments are so balanced that it's hard to reach a conclusion.

Adjective 팽팽하다 (tense/balanced).

결론을 도식화하여 설명해 주시겠습니까?

Could you explain the conclusion by diagramming it?

Noun + 도식화 (diagramming).

철학적 사유의 끝에서 얻은 결론은 심오했다.

The conclusion obtained at the end of philosophical contemplation was profound.

Noun + 사유 (contemplation).

법원은 피고인에게 유죄라는 결론을 내렸습니다.

The court reached the conclusion that the defendant is guilty.

Noun + 유죄 (guilt).

역사적 맥락을 고려할 때, 이는 타당한 결론이다.

Considering the historical context, this is a valid conclusion.

Noun + 맥락 (context).

결론의 정당성을 입증하기 위해 추가 조사가 필요하다.

Further investigation is needed to prove the validity of the conclusion.

Noun + 정당성 (validity/justification).

그 이론은 결론 부분에서 치명적인 허점을 보였다.

The theory showed a fatal flaw in the conclusion part.

Adjective 치명적인 (fatal).

다각적인 분석을 통해 도출된 결론은 신뢰할 만하다.

The conclusion derived through multifaceted analysis is trustworthy.

Adjective 다각적인 (multifaceted).

결론을 성급히 일반화하는 것은 오류의 소지가 있다.

Hastily generalizing a conclusion has the potential for error.

Noun + 소지 (potential/room).

이 연구는 기존의 결론을 정면으로 반박하고 있다.

This study directly refutes existing conclusions.

Adverb 정면으로 (directly/head-on).

Synonyme

매듭 종결 판단 귀결

Gegenteile

서론 시작 도입

Häufige Kollokationen

결론을 내리다

결론에 도달하다

결론을 맺다

성급한 결론

최종 결론

결론이 나다

결론을 짓다

명확한 결론

결론을 유보하다

결론을 도출하다

Häufige Phrasen

결론부터 말하자면

— To speak from the conclusion first; to get straight to the point.

결론부터 말하자면, 안 됩니다.

결론은 하나다

— There is only one possible conclusion/answer.

모든 증거를 볼 때 결론은 하나다.

결론이 뻔하다

— The conclusion is obvious or predictable.

그 경기는 결론이 뻔했다.

결론을 내리기엔 이르다

— It is too early to draw a conclusion.

아직 결론을 내리기엔 이릅니다.

결론에 이르는 과정

— The process leading up to a conclusion.

결론에 이르는 과정이 중요하다.

결론을 뒤집다

— To overturn or reverse a conclusion.

새로운 사실이 결론을 뒤집었다.

결론적으로

— In conclusion; conclusively.

결론적으로 그는 무죄입니다.

결론 없는 토론

— A discussion without a conclusion; a circular debate.

결론 없는 토론만 계속되었다.

결론을 도출해내다

— To successfully derive or pull out a conclusion.

어려운 상황에서 결론을 도출해냈다.

결론을 공유하다

— To share the reached conclusion with others.

팀원들과 결론을 공유했다.

Wird oft verwechselt mit

결론 vs 결과

Result vs. Conclusion. Use 결과 for physical outcomes, 결론 for reasoned judgments.

결론 vs 결말

Ending vs. Conclusion. Use 결말 for the end of a story/movie plot.

결론 vs 마무리

Finishing vs. Conclusion. Use 마무리 for the act of completing a task.

Redewendungen & Ausdrücke

"결론을 짓다"

— To put a period on a matter; to finalize something.

이제 이 논쟁의 결론을 지읍시다.

Neutral

"결론이 안 나다"

— To be stuck in a state where no decision can be made.

아무리 생각해도 결론이 안 나요.

Informal

"결론을 내리다"

— To pass a final judgment (often used metaphorically for life decisions).

그는 퇴사하기로 결론을 내렸다.

Neutral

"결론을 향해 가다"

— To move toward a final resolution.

사건이 결론을 향해 가고 있다.

Neutral

"결론을 못 박다"

— To firmly establish a conclusion so it cannot be changed (like driving a nail).

그는 자신의 입장을 결론 못 박았다.

Informal

"결론을 끌어내다"

— To drag out a conclusion from a difficult set of facts.

증거가 부족했지만 결론을 끌어냈다.

Neutral

"결론을 맺어주다"

— To provide closure or a conclusion for someone else.

그의 조언이 내 고민의 결론을 맺어주었다.

Neutral

"결론에 매달리다"

— To be obsessed with finding a final answer.

너무 결론에 매달리지 마세요.

Neutral

"결론을 도둑맞다"

— To have one's conclusion or idea taken by someone else (metaphorical).

내 연구의 결론을 도둑맞은 기분이다.

Informal

"결론이 산으로 가다"

— When a conclusion ends up in a completely unexpected or wrong direction (derived from 'Too many sailors make the boat go to the mountain').

이야기가 길어지더니 결론이 산으로 갔다.

Informal

Leicht verwechselbar

결론 vs 결과

Both refer to an 'end'.

결과 is an objective outcome (e.g., rain is the result of clouds). 결론 is a subjective or logical judgment (e.g., I conclude it will rain).

시험 결과가 나왔다 (The exam result came out). vs. 공부를 더 해야 한다는 결론을 내렸다 (I reached the conclusion I should study more).

결론 vs 결정

Both involve making a choice.

결정 is a 'decision' to act. 결론 is the 'conclusion' or thought that leads to that decision.

이사하기로 결정했다 (I decided to move). vs. 이 집이 너무 좁다는 결론을 내렸다 (I concluded this house is too small).

결론 vs 요약

Both appear at the end of a text.

요약 is a shorter version of what was said. 결론 is the final stance or takeaway based on what was said.

내용을 요약하다 (To summarize content). vs. 결론을 내리다 (To draw a conclusion).

결론 vs 판단

Both involve thinking and judging.

판단 is the act of judging or the faculty of judgment. 결론 is the specific final point reached.

판단력이 좋다 (Good judgment). vs. 결론이 명확하다 (The conclusion is clear).

결론 vs 끝

Both mean 'the end'.

끝 is the physical or temporal finish. 결론 is the logical finish.

길의 끝 (End of the road). vs. 논쟁의 결론 (Conclusion of the argument).

Satzmuster

결론은 [Noun]이에요/예요.

결론은 사랑이에요.

[Reason] 때문에 [결론]을 내렸어요.

날씨 때문에 취소하기로 결론을 내렸어요.

결론적으로 [Sentence].

결론적으로 우리는 성공했습니다.

[Clause]라는 결론에 도달했다.

그가 무죄라는 결론에 도달했다.

결론을 내리기가 [Adjective].

결론을 내리기가 쉽지 않네요.

[Data]를 바탕으로 결론을 도출하다.

통계를 바탕으로 결론을 도출했습니다.

결론을 유보하는 것이 [Adjective].

결론을 유보하는 것이 좋겠습니다.

[Conclusion]은 [Context]의 필연적 귀결이다.

이 결론은 역사의 필연적 귀결이다.

Wortfamilie

Substantive

결론 (Conclusion)

결론부 (Conclusion part)

결론지음 (Concluding)

Verben

결론짓다 (To conclude/finalize)

결론내리다 (To reach a conclusion)

Adjektive

결론적인 (Conclusive/Final)

Verwandt

결과 (Result)

결정 (Decision)

논리 (Logic)

추론 (Inference)

요약 (Summary)

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frequency

Very high in academic, professional, and logical contexts.

Häufige Fehler

Using '결론' for exam scores. → 시험 결과
A score is an objective result, not a reasoned judgment.
Saying '결론을 만들다'. → 결론을 내리다
In Korean, you 'lower' (내리다) a conclusion, you don't 'make' (만들다) it.
Using '결론적으로' as a simple 'finally'. → 마지막으로
'결론적으로' implies a logical synthesis, not just the last item in a list.
Confusing '결론' with '결말' in movies. → 영화의 결말
'결말' is for the end of a story plot; '결론' is for a logical judgment.
Using '결론' when you mean 'decision' to act. → 결정
If you are deciding to do something (like buy a car), use '결정'. If you are deciding a truth (like 'this car is good'), use '결론'.

Tipps

Verb Pairing

Always remember that '결론' pairs with '내리다'. While 'make' is used in English, '내리다' (to lower/bring down) is the standard in Korean for decisions and conclusions.

Hanja Roots

Learning that 結 means 'tie' helps you remember other words like 결혼 (marriage) and 결과 (result). It's all about 'tying' things together.

The Bottom Line

In a hurry? Use '결론만 말하면...' to skip the details and give the most important information first. It's very common in business.

Essay Structure

In TOPIK writing, always clearly label your final paragraph or start it with '결론적으로' to earn points for organization.

Reason vs. Event

Use '결론' when there is a 'why' and a 'therefore'. Use '결과' when there is a 'cause' and an 'effect'.

Consensus

In Korean groups, reaching a '결론' often involves checking if everyone agrees. Use '결론을 내볼까요?' (Shall we try to reach a conclusion?) to be inclusive.

Key Signal

When you hear '결론은', stop what you're doing and listen. The speaker is about to say the most important thing.

Avoid '만들다'

Never say '결론을 만들다'. It sounds like you are fabricating a conclusion rather than reaching one logically.

Deriving Conclusions

For high-level writing, use '결론을 도출하다'. It sounds much more professional than '결론을 내리다'.

The Knot

Visualize tying a knot at the end of a long string. The string is the discussion, and the knot is the 결론.

Einprägen

Eselsbrücke

Think of 'Gyeol' as 'Gears' and 'Lon' as 'Logic'. When the Gears of Logic finally lock together, you reach a 결론 (Conclusion).

Visuelle Assoziation

Imagine a person tying a knot (結) at the end of a long rope made of words (論). The knot is the 결론.

Word Web

서론 (Intro) 본론 (Body) 결론 (Conclusion) 논리 (Logic) 이유 (Reason) 증거 (Evidence) 판단 (Judgment) 결과 (Result)

Herausforderung

Try to write a three-sentence paragraph about your favorite food. Sentence 1: Intro. Sentence 2: Reason. Sentence 3: 결론.

Wortherkunft

Derived from Sino-Korean (Hanja).

Ursprüngliche Bedeutung: 結 (To tie/bind) + 論 (To discuss/theory). Literally 'tying up a discussion'.

Sino-Korean

Kultureller Kontext

Be careful not to sound too dismissive by saying '결론이 뭐야?' (What's the conclusion?) to a superior, as it can sound impatient.

English speakers often use 'In conclusion' as a filler. In Korean, '결론적으로' is more formal and should be used when a real synthesis is happening.

The structure '서론-본론-결론' is the standard taught in all Korean schools for essay writing. In the movie 'Oldboy', the '결론' (conclusion) of the protagonist's search is a shocking revelation. K-Dramas often have a '사이다 결론' (Cider conclusion), meaning a refreshing and satisfying ending where the villain is punished.

Im Alltag üben

Kontexte aus dem Alltag

Academic Writing

결론적으로
결론을 도출하다
본론을 요약하면
결론에 따르면

Business Meetings

결론을 내립시다
결론부터 말씀드리면
최종 결론
결론이 났습니까?

Daily Life

그래서 결론이 뭐야?
결론은 간단해
성급하게 결론 내리지 마
결론은 하나야

Legal/News

결론을 짓다
유죄 결론
조사 결과에 따른 결론
결론을 뒤집다

Literature/Movies

이야기의 결론
결말과 결론
교훈적인 결론
반전 있는 결론

Gesprächseinstiege

"이 문제에 대해 어떤 결론을 내리셨나요?"

"우리가 토론한 내용의 결론을 요약해 볼까요?"

"결론부터 말씀드리는 게 좋을까요, 아니면 과정을 설명할까요?"

"그 영화의 결론이 마음에 드셨나요?"

"아직 결론을 내리기에는 정보가 부족한 것 같아요."

Tagebuch-Impulse

오늘 하루를 돌아보며 내린 가장 중요한 결론은 무엇인가요?

최근에 읽은 책이나 본 영화의 결론에 대해 자신의 생각을 써 보세요.

인생에서 가장 힘들게 내렸던 결론은 무엇이었나요?

논리적인 결론과 감정적인 결정 중 무엇이 더 중요하다고 생각하나요?

성급한 결론을 내려서 후회했던 경험이 있나요?

Häufig gestellte Fragen

10 Fragen

It's better to use '결말' for the plot ending. Use '결론' if you are talking about the message or the logical conclusion the movie makes about a theme.

No, it sounds unnatural. Use '결론을 내리다' (to draw/make a conclusion) or '결론을 짓다' (to finalize a conclusion).

결과 is an objective result (like a score). 결론 is a reasoned judgment (like deciding to study harder because of that score).

Use it at the beginning of a sentence when you are summarizing your main point or making a final statement after giving several reasons.

Yes, it is a Sino-Korean word and carries a neutral to formal tone. In very casual speech, people might just say '그래서 어떻게 됐어?' (So what happened?).

Not directly. You must add '짓다' (결론짓다) or use it with '내리다' (결론을 내리다).

The most common way is '결론적으로' or '마지막으로 결론을 말씀드리면'.

Usually, '결과' is used for the data/outcome, and '결론' is used for the interpretation of that data.

It means a 'hasty conclusion'—making a judgment before you have enough information.

Yes, especially when someone is talking too much and you want the 'bottom line' (그래서 결론이 뭐야?).

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