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수동적

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At the A1 level, you don't need to use '수동적' often, but you might see it in simple descriptions. Think of it as 'not active.' If a person just waits and does nothing until someone tells them to, they are '수동적.' It comes from '수' (receive) and '동' (move). So, you receive the movement from others. It is like a toy that only moves when you wind it up. In simple Korean, you can think of it as '스스로 하지 않아요' (does not do it by oneself). You might hear it when talking about students who just listen and don't speak in class.

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At the A2 level, you can start using '수동적' to describe personality or habits. For example, '제 친구는 수동적인 성격이에요' (My friend has a passive personality). This means the friend doesn't choose the movie or the food; they just follow what others want. You can also use the adverb form '수동적으로' to describe how someone does something, like '수동적으로 공부해요' (studies passively). This level focuses on using the word in basic 'Subject + Adjective' or 'Adverb + Verb' structures to describe everyday behaviors in school or with friends.

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At the B1 level, you should understand '수동적' in a wider range of contexts, especially in work and social issues. This is the level where you compare it with its opposite, '능동적' (active). You might read articles about '수동적인 태도' (passive attitude) being a problem in the workplace. You should also be able to use it to discuss social behavior, such as being a '수동적인 관찰자' (passive observer). At this stage, you start to see the word in more complex sentences using connectors like '~기 때문에' (because) or '~지만' (but). For example, '수동적인 사람보다는 능동적인 사람이 성공할 확률이 높다' (An active person has a higher chance of success than a passive person).

At the B2 level, '수동적' is used in more abstract and professional discussions. You will see it in psychological contexts, such as '수동-공격적' (passive-aggressive) behavior. You will also encounter it in academic writing about history or sociology—for example, describing a nation's '수동적인 외교 정책' (passive foreign policy). At this level, you should understand the nuance that '수동적' can be a criticism of someone's lack of agency or creativity. You should be able to use it in debates to argue for the importance of '주도적' (proactive) action over mere compliance.

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At the C1 level, you use '수동적' to analyze complex systems and philosophies. You might discuss '수동적 권리' (passive rights) or '수동적 허무주의' (passive nihilism). You understand the subtle differences between '수동적' and '소극적' (reserved/defensive), using each word precisely to describe a person's psychological state or a government's policy. You can use the word to critique modern consumer culture, where people are '수동적인 소비자' (passive consumers) of media. Your sentences will be sophisticated, incorporating advanced grammar like '~에 기인하다' (to be caused by) or '~를 지양하다' (to avoid).

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At the C2 level, you have a masterly grasp of '수동적' in all its forms, including its Hanja roots and its role in specialized fields like linguistics (passive voice), engineering (passive systems), and high-level philosophy. You can discuss the dialectical relationship between passivity and activity in human existence. You might write a thesis on how '수동적 저항' (passive resistance) has shaped political movements. You use the word with perfect nuance, recognizing when passivity is a strategic choice versus a character flaw, and you can switch between formal, academic, and colloquial registers flawlessly.

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수동적 means acting only when prompted by others.
It is the opposite of 능동적 (proactive/active).
Commonly used to describe personality, work ethic, or learning styles.
Often carries a negative nuance of lacking initiative in modern contexts.

The Korean word 수동적 (Sudongjeok) is a multifaceted adjective and noun that describes a state of being where an individual or entity does not act of its own volition but rather responds only to external stimuli, commands, or pressures. Derived from the Hanja characters 受 (수 - to receive) and 動 (동 - to move), it literally translates to 'receiving movement.' In a psychological and social context, being 수동적 implies a lack of initiative, where one waits for instructions before taking any action. This is often contrasted with being 능동적 (active/proactive).

Core Concept: The essence of being 수동적 is 'waiting.' It describes a person who is like a boat without an engine, moving only when the current of someone else's will pushes them forward.
Workplace Usage: In professional settings, this word is frequently used in performance reviews. A manager might describe an employee as having a '수동적인 태도' (passive attitude) if they only complete assigned tasks and never suggest new ideas or improvements.
Social Dynamics: In friendships or romantic relationships, a 수동적 person is one who always says 'I don't care, you choose' (아무거나 좋아) when asked what to eat or where to go, placing the burden of decision-making on others.

그는 매사에 너무 수동적이라서 함께 일하기가 힘들어요. (He is so passive in everything that it is hard to work with him.)

While sometimes being passive is seen as being 'easy-going' or 'agreeable,' in modern Korean society, which increasingly values leadership and individual creativity, 수동적 often carries a slightly negative connotation of being uninspired or overly dependent. However, in grammatical terms, 수동태 (Sudongtae) refers to the passive voice, which is a neutral linguistic term. When describing personality, it is important to distinguish between being 'patient' and being 'passive.'

학생들이 수업 시간에 수동적인 자세로 앉아만 있다. (The students are just sitting with a passive posture during class.)

변화에 수동적으로 대응하면 뒤처질 수밖에 없습니다. (If you respond passively to change, you are bound to fall behind.)

그녀는 연애에 있어서 매우 수동적인 편이다. (She tends to be very passive when it comes to dating.)

지시받은 일만 하는 수동적인 인재는 더 이상 환영받지 못한다. (Passive talents who only do what they are told are no longer welcomed.)

Using 수동적 correctly requires understanding its grammatical flexibility. As a determiner-noun, it often takes the suffix -이다 to become a predicate or -인 to become an adjective modifying a noun. When you want to describe an action performed in a passive manner, you use the adverbial form 수동적으로.

As a Modifier: Use '수동적인' before nouns like 태도 (attitude), 자세 (posture/stance), 성격 (personality), or 역할 (role). Example: '수동적인 태도를 버리세요' (Discard your passive attitude).
As an Adverb: Use '수동적으로' to describe how someone learns, works, or reacts. Example: '선생님의 설명을 수동적으로 듣기만 해서는 안 된다' (You shouldn't just listen passively to the teacher's explanation).

In formal writing, such as essays or reports, 수동적 is often paired with verbs like 탈피하다 (to break away from) or 지양하다 (to avoid/refrain from). This highlights the societal push toward individual agency. Conversely, in scientific or technical contexts, it might describe a system that doesn't self-regulate but responds to external inputs.

우리는 환경에 대해 수동적인 존재가 아니다. (We are not passive beings in relation to the environment.)

그는 질문에 대해 항상 수동적으로 대답한다. (He always answers questions passively.)

You will encounter 수동적 in various spheres of Korean life. In the education system, it is a buzzword used by critics of traditional rote learning, where students are 'passive recipients' of knowledge. You'll hear teachers encouraging students to move away from 수동적인 학습 (passive learning) towards 자기주도적 학습 (self-directed learning).

In corporate culture, during 'Kkondae' (old-fashioned boss) vs. 'MZ generation' discussions, the term often comes up. Older managers might complain that younger employees are too 수동적, only doing exactly what is written in their job descriptions, while younger employees might argue they are simply being efficient and avoiding unnecessary 'over-work' (service work).

In media and K-Dramas, a character's growth often involves moving from a 수동적 life—where they live according to their parents' wishes—to an 능동적 life where they pursue their own dreams. This narrative arc is a staple in Korean storytelling, reflecting the societal shift from collectivist obedience to individualistic self-actualization.

뉴스에서: "정부의 수동적인 대처가 화를 키웠습니다." (On the news: "The government's passive response worsened the disaster.")

News & Media: Often used to criticize organizations for not taking preventative measures.
Psychology Blogs: Discussing 'Passive-Aggressive' behavior, translated as '수동-공격적 행동'.

One of the most common mistakes learners make is confusing 수동적 with 내성적 (introverted) or 조용한 (quiet). While an introverted person might be quiet, they can be very 능동적 (active/proactive) in their personal projects or thoughts. Being 수동적 is specifically about the source of motivation—whether it comes from inside (active) or outside (passive).

Another mistake is using 수동적 to describe physical laziness. If someone is just lying on the couch, you would use 게으르다 (lazy). Use 수동적 when they are working or interacting but are simply waiting for the next command like a robot.

Mistake: 수동적 vs. 소극적: These are very close, but '소극적' (passive/reserved) often implies a lack of confidence or a desire to avoid trouble, whereas '수동적' is more about the mechanical lack of initiative.

Understanding synonyms helps you fine-tune your expression. Depending on the nuance, you might want to use a different word than 수동적.

소극적 (Sogukjeok): Meaning: Passive, half-hearted, or defensive. Use this when someone is hesitant to act because they are shy or afraid of making a mistake.
의존적 (Uijonjeok): Meaning: Dependent. Use this when the passivity stems from relying entirely on someone else for support or decisions.
방관적 (Bang-gwanjeok): Meaning: Onlooking, detached. Use this when someone is 'passively' watching a situation unfold without getting involved, like a bystander.

If you are looking for the opposite, 능동적 (active) is the direct antonym, while 주도적 (leading/proactive) is a stronger version often used in leadership contexts.

How Formal Is It?

Wusstest du?

The same characters are used in Japanese (Judōteki) and Chinese (Shòudòng de) to mean the same thing.

Aussprachehilfe

UK /su.doŋ.dʑʌk/

US /su.doŋ.dʑʌk/

In Korean, stress is generally even across syllables, but a slight emphasis on 'dong' can occur in speech.

Reimt sich auf

능동적 (Neungdongjeok) 열정적 (Yeoljeongjeok) 긍정적 (Geungjeongjeok) 부정적 (Bujeongjeok) 창의적 (Chang-uijeok) 사회적 (Sahoijeok) 개인적 (Gaeinjeok) 일반적 (Ilbanjeok)

Häufige Fehler

Pronouncing 'su' like 'sue' (too long).
Pronouncing 'dong' like 'dang'.
Missing the 'k' batchim sound at the end of 'jeok'.
Confusing the 'eo' sound in 'jeok' with 'o'.
Over-aspirating the 'j' in 'jeok'.

Schwierigkeitsgrad

Lesen 3/5

Common in news and essays, requires understanding Hanja nuance.

Schreiben 4/5

Requires correct use of ~인 and ~으로 suffixes.

Sprechen 3/5

Used often in evaluations and deep conversations.

Hören 3/5

Easily confused with other 'dong' words like 'manual' or 'automatic'.

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Voraussetzungen

움직이다 받다 태도 성격 반응

Als Nächstes lernen

능동적 주도적 적극적 소극적 자율적

Fortgeschritten

실존주의 니힐리즘 수동태 정체성 창의성

Wichtige Grammatik

~적 (Suffix)

경제적, 사회적, 수동적

수동태 (Passive Voice)

먹히다, 잡히다 (Grammatical passivity)

~으로 (Adverbial)

수동적으로 행동하다

~인 (Adjective modifier)

수동적인 사람

~성 (Suffix for quality)

수동성, 능동성

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Beispiele nach Niveau

그는 수동적인 사람이에요.

He is a passive person.

Adjective form modifying a noun.

수동적으로 행동하지 마세요.

Don't act passively.

Adverbial form.

저는 조금 수동적이에요.

I am a little passive.

Simple predicate.

수동적인 태도는 나빠요.

A passive attitude is bad.

Subject with adjective.

그녀는 수동적이지 않아요.

She is not passive.

Negative form.

왜 그렇게 수동적이에요?

Why are you so passive?

Question form.

수동적인 학생이 많아요.

There are many passive students.

Quantifier with adjective.

수동적이라서 걱정이에요.

I'm worried because they are passive.

Cause and effect.

우리 팀원은 너무 수동적입니다.

My team member is too passive.

Formal polite ending.

수동적인 성격을 바꾸고 싶어요.

I want to change my passive personality.

Desire expression.

질문에 수동적으로 대답했어요.

I answered the question passively.

Past tense adverb.

수동적인 사람은 리더가 되기 힘들어요.

It's hard for a passive person to become a leader.

Noun phrase subject.

항상 수동적으로 기다리기만 해요.

They always just wait passively.

Continuous action.

수동적인 자세를 버려야 합니다.

You must discard your passive stance.

Obligation.

그는 수동적이지만 착해요.

He is passive but kind.

Contrastive connector.

수동적인 삶은 재미없어요.

A passive life is not fun.

Adjective modifying 'life'.

수동적인 학습보다는 능동적인 학습이 중요합니다.

Active learning is more important than passive learning.

Comparison structure.

그 회사는 변화에 대해 수동적이에요.

That company is passive toward change.

Target particle '에 대해'.

수동적으로 지시만 따르는 것은 위험합니다.

It is dangerous to only follow instructions passively.

Gerund subject.

연애할 때 너무 수동적이면 상대방이 지칠 수 있어요.

If you are too passive in a relationship, the other person might get tired.

Conditional clause.

수동적인 반응 때문에 오해가 생겼어요.

A misunderstanding arose because of the passive reaction.

Reasoning with '때문에'.

그는 자신의 의견을 말하지 않고 수동적으로만 행동한다.

He doesn't state his opinion and only acts passively.

Negative connector '지 않고'.

수동적인 태도를 개선하기 위해 노력 중입니다.

I am working on improving my passive attitude.

Purpose clause '위해'.

환경 보호에 수동적인 자세를 취해서는 안 된다.

We must not take a passive stance on environmental protection.

Prohibition.

수동적인 공격성은 대인 관계를 해칩니다.

Passive aggression harms interpersonal relationships.

Psychological term usage.

현대 사회는 수동적인 인간상보다는 창의적인 인재를 원한다.

Modern society wants creative talents rather than passive human models.

Societal context.

그는 부모님의 결정에 수동적으로 순응하며 살아왔다.

He has lived while passively conforming to his parents' decisions.

Adverb with '순응하다'.

수동적인 투자는 수익률이 낮을 가능성이 크다.

Passive investment is likely to have low returns.

Financial context.

정보를 수동적으로 수용하기만 하면 비판적 사고가 결여된다.

If you only accept information passively, critical thinking will be lacking.

Logical consequence.

정치에 수동적인 시민은 민주주의를 위협한다.

Citizens who are passive in politics threaten democracy.

Political context.

수동적인 관찰자에서 능동적인 참여자로 변해야 한다.

One must change from a passive observer to an active participant.

Transformation structure.

이 기계는 수동적인 센서에 의해 작동됩니다.

This machine is operated by passive sensors.

Technical usage.

지식의 수동적 습득은 진정한 깨달음에 이르지 못하게 한다.

Passive acquisition of knowledge prevents one from reaching true enlightenment.

Abstract noun phrase.

그의 수동적인 면모는 사실 치밀한 계산의 결과였다.

His passive side was actually the result of careful calculation.

Nuanced character description.

대중 매체는 종종 대중을 수동적인 존재로 전락시킨다.

Mass media often degrades the public into passive beings.

Social critique.

수동적인 평화는 진정한 의미의 평화라고 할 수 없다.

Passive peace cannot be called peace in the true sense.

Philosophical definition.

피해자의 수동적인 진술이 사건 해결을 어렵게 만들었다.

The victim's passive statement made it difficult to solve the case.

Legal/Professional nuance.

예술가는 수동적인 재현을 넘어 새로운 가치를 창조해야 한다.

Artists must go beyond passive reproduction and create new values.

Artistic theory.

수동적인 소비 패턴이 환경 파괴를 가속화하고 있다.

Passive consumption patterns are accelerating environmental destruction.

Environmental analysis.

그는 수동적인 저항을 통해 권력에 맞섰다.

He stood up to power through passive resistance.

Historical/Political term.

실존적 고뇌 없이 수동적으로 주어지는 삶은 공허할 뿐이다.

A life given passively without existential anguish is merely empty.

Existentialist tone.

언어의 수동태는 주체의 수동적인 위치를 문법적으로 형상화한다.

The passive voice in language grammatically shapes the passive position of the subject.

Linguistic analysis.

수동적 니힐리즘은 가치의 붕괴 앞에서 무력하게 침묵하는 태도이다.

Passive nihilism is an attitude of helplessly remaining silent in the face of the collapse of values.

Philosophical treatise.

기술에 대한 수동적 의존은 인류의 주체성을 위협하는 요인이다.

Passive dependence on technology is a factor threatening humanity's agency.

Technological critique.

관객의 수동적 몰입을 방해함으로써 비판적 거리를 확보한다.

By disturbing the audience's passive immersion, critical distance is secured.

Aesthetic theory (Brechtian).

수동적 권리 행사는 민주적 정당성을 약화시키는 결과를 초래한다.

Passive exercise of rights results in weakening democratic legitimacy.

Political science terminology.

역사는 수동적인 대중이 아닌 깨어 있는 개인들에 의해 기록된다.

History is recorded by awakened individuals, not by the passive masses.

Historiographical stance.

그녀의 수동적 미학은 절제된 감정의 극치를 보여준다.

Her passive aesthetics show the pinnacle of restrained emotion.

Art criticism.

Synonyme

소극적 비자발적 의존적

Gegenteile

능동적 적극적

Häufige Kollokationen

수동적인 태도

수동적으로 반응하다

수동적인 자세

수동적인 학습

수동적인 역할

수동적인 소비자

수동적으로 수용하다

수동적인 대응

수동적인 성격

수동적으로 따르다

Häufige Phrasen

수동적인 삶

— A life lived according to others' expectations.

그는 평생 수동적인 삶을 살았다.

수동적인 관계

— A relationship where one person does all the work.

수동적인 관계는 오래가기 어렵다.

수동적인 참여

— Participating without any real interest or effort.

회의에 수동적인 참여만 하고 있다.

수동적인 저항

— Resisting by non-action or non-cooperation.

간디는 수동적인 저항으로 유명하다.

수동적인 투자

— Investing in indices rather than individual stocks.

수동적인 투자가 장기적으로 유리할 수 있다.

수동적인 기다림

— Waiting without doing anything to speed up the process.

수동적인 기다림 끝에 기회가 왔다.

수동적인 의사표현

— Expressing opinions only when forced.

그의 수동적인 의사표현이 답답하다.

수동적인 방어

— Defending without counter-attacking.

팀은 수동적인 방어에만 집중했다.

수동적인 관찰

— Watching something without interfering.

수동적인 관찰만으로는 문제를 해결할 수 없다.

수동적인 수용

— Accepting something without critical thought.

문화의 수동적인 수용은 위험할 수 있다.

Wird oft verwechselt mit

수동적 vs 소극적

Sogukjeok implies being shy or defensive, while Sudongjeok is purely about lack of initiative.

수동적 vs 내성적

Naeseongjeok is about being introverted (personality), not necessarily about being passive (action).

수동적 vs 게으른

Geeureun is about physical laziness, while Sudongjeok is about waiting for instructions.

Redewendungen & Ausdrücke

"입만 벌리고 있다"

— To wait for something to fall into one's mouth (extreme passivity).

공부도 안 하고 입만 벌리고 있으면 안 된다.

Colloquial

"시키는 대로만 하다"

— To do only what one is told (passive behavior).

그는 시키는 대로만 하는 사람이다.

Neutral

"뒷짐 지고 있다"

— To stand by with hands behind back (not getting involved).

사고가 났는데 다들 뒷짐만 지고 있었다.

Neutral

"강 건너 불구경하듯"

— Like watching a fire across the river (detached passivity).

그는 내 문제를 강 건너 불구경하듯 한다.

Neutral

"바람 부는 대로 물결 치는 대로"

— Going with the wind and waves (lacking direction).

그는 바람 부는 대로 수동적으로 산다.

Literary

"감나무 밑에서 감 떨어지기를 기다리다"

— Waiting for a persimmon to fall (waiting for luck passively).

노력은 안 하고 감나무 밑에서 감 떨어지기만 기다린다.

Proverb

"꼭두각시처럼 놀아나다"

— To dance like a puppet (being controlled passively).

그는 상사의 꼭두각시처럼 놀아나고 있다.

Negative

"남의 장단에 춤추다"

— To dance to someone else's rhythm (following passively).

너는 왜 항상 남의 장단에 춤만 추니?

Colloquial

"벙어리 냉가슴 앓듯"

— Suffering in silence without taking action.

불만이 있어도 벙어리 냉가슴 앓듯 수동적으로 참기만 한다.

Idiomatic

"도마 위의 생선"

— A fish on a cutting board (completely passive/helpless).

그는 현재 도마 위의 생선 같은 수동적인 처지다.

Metaphorical

Leicht verwechselbar

수동적 vs 수동 (手動)

Same pronunciation (Sudong).

This 'Sudong' means 'manual' (by hand), like a manual car. The 'Sudong' in passive is 受動.

이 차는 수동 변속기예요. (This car has a manual transmission.)

수동적 vs 피동 (被動)

Both mean 'passive'.

Pidong is primarily used in linguistics for the passive voice (e.g., 피동사). Sudongjeok is used for behavior.

이 문장은 피동문입니다. (This sentence is a passive sentence.)

Satzmuster

N은/는 수동적이에요.

제 친구는 수동적이에요.

수동적인 N보다는 능동적인 N이 좋다.

수동적인 학생보다는 능동적인 학생이 좋다.

V-지 말고 능동적으로 V-아/어라.

기다리지 말고 능동적으로 찾아라.

N에 대해 수동적인 자세를 취하다.

변화에 대해 수동적인 자세를 취하다.

수동적으로 V-기만 해서는 안 된다.

수동적으로 듣기만 해서는 안 된다.

N의 수동적 습득은 N을 초래한다.

지식의 수동적 습득은 사고의 정체를 초래한다.

N을 수동적인 존재로 규정하다.

인간을 수동적인 존재로 규정하다.

N은 수동적 저항의 일환이다.

이 시위는 수동적 저항의 일환이다.

Wortfamilie

Substantive

수동 Passivity / Passive voice / Manual (Hanja-dependent)

수동성 Passiveness (the quality of being passive)

수동태 Passive voice (grammar)

Verben

수동화되다 To become passive

수동적으로 행동하다 To act passively

Adjektive

수동적 Passive

수동적인 Passive (modifier)

Verwandt

능동적 (Active)

소극적 (Reserved/Passive)

주도적 (Proactive)

피동 (Passive - linguistic)

자동 (Automatic)

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frequency

Common in professional, educational, and psychological contexts.

Häufige Fehler

Using '수동적' for manual labor. → 수동 (手動)
Manual transmission or hand-operated tools use a different Hanja, though the sound is the same.
Confusing it with '내성적'. → 성격이 조용하다 / 내성적이다
Passivity is about initiative, while introversion is about social energy.
Saying '수동한 사람'. → 수동적인 사람
'-적' words must use '-인' to modify nouns.
Using it for physical laziness only. → 게으른 사람
A busy person can still be '수동적' if they only follow orders.
Confusing '수동' and '피동' in grammar. → 수동태 (Passive Voice)
'수동' is the general term; '피동' is specifically for verbs in linguistics.

Tipps

Use with '태도'

The most common pairing is '수동적인 태도'. Use this to describe someone who isn't participating properly.

Adverbial Suffix

Always remember to add '-으로' to make it an adverb: '수동적으로'.

Social Context

In Korea, being '능동적' is a highly praised trait in job interviews.

Passive vs. Quiet

A quiet person can be active. Don't use '수동적' just because someone doesn't talk much.

Academic Tone

In essays, use '수동적 수용' to describe the uncritical acceptance of ideas.

The 'Su' Sound

Associate 'Su' with 'Submit'. You submit to others' wills when you are 'Sudongjeok'.

Antonym Practice

Always learn '수동적' and '능동적' together as a pair.

Feedback

If you get feedback that you are '수동적', it means you need to suggest more ideas.

Grammar Link

Connect it to '수동태' to remember the meaning of 'receiving action'.

Modern Values

Understand that 'Sudongjeok' is increasingly seen as an undesirable trait in competitive Korea.

Einprägen

Eselsbrücke

Think of 'SUDO' (like the computer command 'sudo') which allows you to do things, but 'Sudong' is the opposite—you only move when someone else gives you the command.

Visuelle Assoziation

Imagine a puppet on strings. The puppet is '수동적' because it only moves when the strings are pulled.

Word Web

태도 (Attitude) 성격 (Personality) 학습 (Learning) 반응 (Reaction) 지시 (Instruction) 능동적 (Active) 소극적 (Reserved) 수동태 (Passive Voice)

Herausforderung

Try to identify three times today when you were '수동적' and think about how you could have been '능동적' instead.

Wortherkunft

From the Hanja compound 受動的.

Ursprüngliche Bedeutung: 受 (수) means 'to receive' or 'be subject to'. 動 (동) means 'to move'. 的 (적) is a suffix that creates an adjective or noun meaning 'having the quality of'.

Sino-Korean (Hanja)

Kultureller Kontext

Calling someone '수동적' in a professional setting can be a serious criticism of their competence. Use with caution.

In English, 'passive' can also refer to 'passive-aggressive' or 'passive income.' In Korean, '수동적' is less commonly used for income (which is '불로소득') but is used for behavior.

The concept of 'Passive Resistance' (수동적 저항) by Gandhi. Educational reforms in Korea aimed at reducing 'Sudongjeok' learning. Psychological studies on 'Passive-Aggressive Personality Disorder' (수동-공격성 인격 장애).

Im Alltag üben

Kontexte aus dem Alltag

Workplace

수동적인 태도
지시를 기다리다
주도적으로 일하다
업무 평가

School

수동적 학습
발표를 안 하다
선생님 말씀만 듣다
자기주도적

Dating

상대방이 고르길 기다리다
연락을 먼저 안 하다
수동적인 연애
표현이 부족하다

Politics

수동적 투표
정치적 무관심
정부의 대응
시민 의식

Psychology

수동-공격적
방어 기제
의존적 성격
행동 변화

Gesprächseinstiege

"본인이 수동적인 편이라고 생각하시나요?"

"수동적인 팀원과 일할 때 어떻게 하시나요?"

"한국 교육이 학생들을 수동적으로 만든다고 생각하시나요?"

"연애할 때 수동적인 사람이 더 좋으신가요?"

"수동적인 성격을 고치려면 무엇을 해야 할까요?"

Tagebuch-Impulse

오늘 내가 수동적으로 행동했던 순간을 적어보세요.

수동적인 삶과 능동적인 삶의 차이점에 대해 써보세요.

왜 어떤 사람들은 사회에서 수동적으로 변하는지 분석해 보세요.

내가 가장 수동적이었던 시기는 언제였나요?

수동적인 태도가 내 커리어에 어떤 영향을 주었는지 기록해 보세요.

Häufig gestellte Fragen

10 Fragen

Usually, yes, in modern social contexts because it implies a lack of initiative. However, in grammar (passive voice) or engineering (passive systems), it is a neutral technical term.

They are very similar. '수동적' (passive) means you only move when pushed. '소극적' (reserved/passive) means you lack the drive to do things actively, often due to shyness or caution.

Generally, no. A '수동적인 리더' is considered a poor leader because leadership requires taking initiative and making decisions, the opposites of passivity.

While '수동적 소득' exists, Koreans usually use '불로소득' (income without labor) or '시스템 수익' (system profit).

Yes, '수동태' (passive voice) uses the same '수동' (passive) root. It describes a sentence where the subject receives the action.

Yes, a '수동적 소자' (passive component) in electronics is one that doesn't require power to operate, like a resistor.

You can say '스스로 해 봐' (Try it yourself) or '능동적으로 행동해' (Act proactively).

It is the Korean translation for 'passive-aggression,' referring to expressing negative feelings indirectly.

Yes, a '수동적인 수비' (passive defense) means a team is just waiting for the opponent to make a move rather than pressing.

Yes. Manual is 手動 (Hand + Move). Passive is 受動 (Receive + Move). They sound identical in Korean.

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