형평성 en 30 segundos
- 형평성 means 'equity' or 'systemic fairness,' focusing on balanced distribution.
- It is a formal Hanja-based noun (衡平性) used in law, policy, and news.
- Commonly paired with verbs like 고려하다 (consider) and 어긋나다 (go against).
- Essential for discussing social justice, taxation, and educational opportunities in Korea.
- Etymological Root
- The term is composed of three Hanja characters: 衡 (hyeong) meaning 'scales' or 'balance,' 平 (pyeong) meaning 'level' or 'equal,' and 性 (seong) meaning 'nature' or 'quality.' Together, they describe the inherent quality of a scale being perfectly balanced.
정부는 세금 감면 혜택의 형평성을 높이기 위해 새로운 정책을 발표했습니다. (The government announced a new policy to increase the equity of tax exemption benefits.)
- Legal Context
- In the courtroom, judges often refer to 형평성 when determining sentences. They must ensure that the punishment fits the crime consistently across similar cases to maintain judicial equity.
비슷한 범죄에 대해 다른 판결이 내려지는 것은 형평성에 어긋납니다. (Giving different verdicts for similar crimes goes against equity.)
- Economic Context
- Economists use this word when discussing wealth distribution. It's not just about everyone having the same amount of money, but about the fairness of how opportunities and resources are accessed by different social classes.
부의 재분배는 사회적 형평성을 실현하는 중요한 수단입니다. (Redistribution of wealth is an important means of realizing social equity.)
입시 제도에서 가장 중요한 것은 형평성을 유지하는 것입니다. (The most important thing in the entrance exam system is maintaining equity.)
지역 간 발전의 형평성을 맞추기 위해 예산이 투입되었습니다. (Budget was invested to balance the equity of development between regions.)
- Common Verb Pairings
- 1. 형평성을 고려하다 (To consider equity)
2. 형평성에 어긋나다 (To be against equity)
3. 형평성을 유지하다 (To maintain equity)
4. 형평성을 잃다 (To lose equity/balance)
5. 형평성을 맞추다 (To balance/adjust for equity)
새로운 정책은 기존 가입자와의 형평성을 고려하여 설계되었습니다. (The new policy was designed considering the equity with existing subscribers.)
- As a Subject
- When 형평성 is the subject, it often takes the particle '~이/가' and is followed by adjectives like '중요하다' (to be important) or '부족하다' (to be lacking).
이 법안은 지역 간 형평성이 부족하다는 비판을 받고 있습니다. (This bill is being criticized for lacking equity between regions.)
- In Complex Sentences
- It is often used in the 'A와 B 사이의 형평성 문제' (The issue of equity between A and B) structure to highlight a conflict.
정규직과 비정규직 사이의 형평성 문제는 우리 사회의 큰 과제입니다. (The issue of equity between regular and non-regular workers is a major task for our society.)
과세의 형평성을 확보하는 것이 조세 개혁의 핵심입니다. (Ensuring the equity of taxation is the core of tax reform.)
보조금 지급 기준이 형평성에 맞지 않는다는 불만이 제기되었습니다. (Complaints were raised that the subsidy payment criteria do not meet the standards of equity.)
- In the Media
- News anchors use it when reporting on '특혜 논란' (controversies over preferential treatment). For example, if a politician's child gets an internship through a special connection, the reporter will say it damages the '형평성' of the recruitment process.
이번 인사는 형평성 논란에 휩싸였습니다. (This personnel appointment has been embroiled in an equity controversy.)
- In the Workplace
- In corporate HR meetings, when discussing bonuses or promotions, managers must justify their decisions based on 형평성. If one department gets a 10% bonus and another gets 5% without a clear reason, employees will protest using this word.
성과급 배분에 있어 부서 간 형평성을 유지하는 것이 중요합니다. (It is important to maintain equity between departments in the distribution of performance bonuses.)
- In Education
- Teachers and professors use it when discussing grading scales. If a test was too hard for one class but easy for another, they might adjust the scores to ensure 형평성.
시험 난이도 조절을 통해 학생들 간의 형평성을 맞추겠습니다. (We will balance the equity among students by adjusting the difficulty of the exam.)
형평성 차원에서 모든 직원에게 동일한 기회를 제공해야 합니다. (From the perspective of equity, we must provide the same opportunities to all employees.)
공적 자금 투입 시 기업 간 형평성을 잃지 않도록 주의해야 합니다. (Care must be taken not to lose equity between companies when injecting public funds.)
- Mistake 1: Using it in casual settings
- Saying '피자를 형평성 있게 나누자' (Let's divide the pizza with equity) sounds overly dramatic and robotic. Use '공평하게' instead. 형평성 is for policies and systemic issues.
Wrong: 친구들끼리 형평성 있게 놀아요.
Right: 친구들끼리 공평하게 놀아요. (Let's play fairly among friends.)
- Mistake 2: Confusing with 공정성
- 공정성 (Justice/Fairness) is often about the *process* being unbiased. 형평성 is about the *result* or the *distribution* being balanced. If a referee is biased, it's a '공정성' issue. If the prize money is distributed unfairly between winners, it's a '형평성' issue.
판결의 형평성은 법치주의의 기본입니다. (The equity of the verdict is the basis of the rule of law.)
- Mistake 3: Incorrect Particle Usage
- Learners often say '형평성을 위해서' (For equity), which is okay, but '형평성 차원에서' (From the level/dimension of equity) is much more natural in formal Korean.
지역 간 형평성 차원에서 지원금을 배분했습니다. (We distributed the grants from the perspective of equity between regions.)
소득 수준에 따른 형평성 있는 과세가 필요합니다. (Equitable taxation according to income level is necessary.)
이 조치는 다른 기업들과의 형평성에 어긋납니다. (This measure goes against equity with other companies.)
- 공평성 (Gong-pyeong-seong)
- Meaning: Impartiality/Fairness. This is the most general term. It is used when someone shouldn't be biased. While 형평성 focuses on the *balance* of the outcome, 공평성 focuses on the *lack of bias* in the action.
- 공정성 (Gong-jeong-seong)
- Meaning: Fairness/Justice. This is heavily used regarding 'rules' and 'processes.' A 'fair game' (공정한 게임) uses this root. It is currently the most popular word in Korean political discourse (e.g., '공정 사회' - A fair society).
Comparison:
- 공정성: The rules were the same for everyone.
- 형평성: The result was fair considering everyone's different starting points.
- 평등 (Pyeong-deung)
- Meaning: Equality. This is the literal state of being equal. In Korean, it often refers to human rights (인권 평등) or gender equality (양성 평등).
- 균형 (Gyun-hyeong)
- Meaning: Balance. While 형평성 is a moral/social balance, 균형 can be physical (balancing on one leg) or abstract (work-life balance - 워라밸/일과 삶의 균형).
사회적 약자를 배려하는 것이 진정한 형평성입니다. (Caring for the socially disadvantaged is true equity.)
기회의 균등과 결과의 형평성을 모두 고려해야 합니다. (We must consider both the equality of opportunity and the equity of results.)
정책의 형평성을 확보하기 위한 공청회가 열렸습니다. (A public hearing was held to ensure the equity of the policy.)
How Formal Is It?
Dato curioso
The 'Hyeongpyeongsa' (Equity Society) was a real historical movement in Korea during the 1920s, started by the 'Baekjeong' (the lowest social caste of butchers) to demand social equality and the end of discrimination. They used the scale (형평) as their symbol.
Guía de pronunciación
- Pronouncing '평' (pyeong) like '병' (byeong) without aspiration.
- Pronouncing '성' (seong) like '송' (song).
- Merging '형' and '평' into a single blurred sound.
- Making the 'h' in 'hyeong' too silent.
- Pronouncing the 'eo' vowel like 'o' as in 'open'.
Nivel de dificultad
Common in news and formal texts, but requires Hanja knowledge for deep understanding.
Difficult to use correctly without sounding overly formal or robotic in the wrong context.
Mainly used in debates or formal presentations; rarely in casual talk.
Easy to hear in news broadcasts once you know the sound.
Qué aprender después
Requisitos previos
Aprende después
Avanzado
Gramática que debes saber
~에 어긋나다 (to go against/contradict)
그 행동은 도리에 어긋납니다.
~을/를 고려하다 (to consider/take into account)
상대방의 입장을 고려해야 합니다.
~ 차원에서 (from the level/perspective of)
환경 보호 차원에서 일회용품 사용을 줄입시다.
~이/가 결여되다 (to lack/be devoid of)
그 계획은 구체성이 결여되어 있습니다.
~을/를 제고하다 (to enhance/improve - formal)
기업의 경쟁력을 제고해야 합니다.
Ejemplos por nivel
공평하게 나눠요.
Let's share it fairly.
A1 level alternative to 형평성.
이것은 공평해요.
This is fair.
Using the adjective form of fairness.
친구와 똑같이 먹어요.
Eat the same as your friend.
똑같이 is the simplest way to express equality.
선생님은 공평해요.
The teacher is fair.
Describing a person's character.
동생도 하나 줘요.
Give one to your younger sibling too.
A simple action of fairness.
우리는 다 같아요.
We are all the same.
Expressing basic equality.
반씩 나눠요.
Let's divide it in half.
Specific action of equal division.
규칙을 지켜요.
Follow the rules.
The basis of fairness.
형평성이 중요합니다.
Equity is important.
Simple subject-predicate structure.
그것은 형평성에 맞지 않아요.
That doesn't fit equity.
Using the ~에 맞지 않다 pattern.
모두에게 형평성 있게 대하세요.
Treat everyone with equity.
Using the adverbial form ~있게.
형평성을 생각해야 해요.
We must think about equity.
Using the object marker ~을/를.
이 규칙은 형평성이 없어요.
This rule has no equity.
Using ~이/가 없다 (to lack).
형평성을 유지합시다.
Let's maintain equity.
Formal suggestion form ~읍시다.
형평성 문제가 생겼어요.
An equity problem has occurred.
Compound noun: 형평성 문제.
형평성을 고려해 주세요.
Please consider the equity.
Polite request form ~해 주세요.
정부는 형평성을 높이기 위해 노력하고 있습니다.
The government is making efforts to increase equity.
~기 위해 (in order to) + 높이다 (to raise).
이 정책은 형평성에 어긋난다는 비판을 받았습니다.
This policy was criticized for being against equity.
~ㄴ다는 비판 (criticism that...).
지역 간의 형평성을 맞추는 것이 과제입니다.
Matching the equity between regions is the task.
~는 것 (nominalizing a verb).
세금 제도의 형평성을 강화해야 합니다.
The equity of the tax system must be strengthened.
~해야 합니다 (must/should).
기존 직원과의 형평성 차원에서 결정되었습니다.
It was decided from the perspective of equity with existing employees.
형평성 차원에서 is a common formal idiom.
보조금 지급의 형평성 논란이 일고 있습니다.
A controversy over the equity of subsidy payments is arising.
논란이 일다 (a controversy arises).
시험 문제의 형평성을 검토해 보았습니다.
I have reviewed the equity of the exam questions.
~어 보다 (to try/have done).
사회적 형평성을 실현하는 것이 목표입니다.
The goal is to realize social equity.
실현하다 (to realize/actualize).
부유층과 서민층 사이의 형평성을 고려한 과세가 필요합니다.
Taxation considering the equity between the wealthy and the common people is necessary.
A와 B 사이의 (between A and B).
이번 판결은 법적 형평성을 잃었다는 지적이 있습니다.
There are points that this verdict has lost legal equity.
지적이 있다 (there are points/indications).
입시 제도의 형평성 확보를 위해 제도를 개선했습니다.
The system was improved to ensure the equity of the entrance exam system.
확보 (securing/ensuring).
정규직과의 형평성 문제를 해결하는 것이 시급합니다.
It is urgent to solve the equity issue with regular workers.
시급하다 (to be urgent).
지역 균형 발전은 국가 형평성 차원에서 매우 중요합니다.
Balanced regional development is very important from the perspective of national equity.
국가 형평성 (national equity).
복지 혜택의 형평성 있는 배분이 요구됩니다.
An equitable distribution of welfare benefits is required.
배분 (distribution/allocation).
새로운 규제가 중소기업과의 형평성에 어긋나지 않도록 해야 합니다.
We must ensure that new regulations do not go against equity with small and medium-sized enterprises.
~지 않도록 (so that... not).
공공기관 채용의 형평성을 높이기 위해 블라인드 채용을 도입했습니다.
Blind recruitment was introduced to increase the equity of public institution hiring.
도입하다 (to introduce/adopt).
수직적 형평성을 달성하기 위해 누진세율을 적용하고 있습니다.
Progressive tax rates are being applied to achieve vertical equity.
수직적 형평성 (vertical equity).
자원 배분의 형평성은 경제 정책의 핵심적인 가치 중 하나입니다.
Equity in resource allocation is one of the core values of economic policy.
핵심적인 가치 (core value).
사법 제도는 모든 시민에게 형평성 있는 법 집행을 보장해야 합니다.
The judicial system must guarantee equitable law enforcement for all citizens.
법 집행 (law enforcement).
교육 기회의 형평성 결여는 계층 간 이동을 저해하는 요인이 됩니다.
The lack of equity in educational opportunities becomes a factor that hinders social mobility.
저해하다 (to hinder/impede).
정부는 시장의 효율성과 사회적 형평성 사이의 조화를 모색해야 합니다.
The government must seek harmony between market efficiency and social equity.
모색하다 (to seek/pursue).
건강 보험료 부과 체계의 형평성 논란이 지속되고 있습니다.
The controversy over the equity of the health insurance premium imposition system continues.
부과 체계 (imposition system).
정보 격차는 디지털 시대의 새로운 형평성 문제로 부상하고 있습니다.
The information gap is emerging as a new equity issue in the digital age.
부상하다 (to emerge/rise).
환경 규제가 국가 간 형평성을 고려하지 않을 경우 분쟁의 소지가 있습니다.
If environmental regulations do not consider equity between nations, there is a possibility of dispute.
분쟁의 소지 (potential for dispute).
실질적 형평성의 구현은 현대 민주주의 국가의 헌법적 책무입니다.
The implementation of substantive equity is a constitutional duty of modern democratic states.
실질적 형평성 (substantive equity).
조세 형평성의 원칙은 담세 능력에 따른 공평한 부담을 의미합니다.
The principle of tax equity means a fair burden according to the ability to pay taxes.
담세 능력 (ability to bear taxes).
사회 복지 제도의 설계에 있어 수평적 형평성과 수직적 형평성의 균형이 필수적입니다.
In the design of social welfare systems, a balance between horizontal and vertical equity is essential.
수평적 형평성 (horizontal equity).
기존의 법 해석이 형평성에 반한다는 대법원의 판결이 내려졌습니다.
The Supreme Court ruled that the existing legal interpretation contradicts equity.
~에 반하다 (to contradict/oppose).
경제적 효율성만을 강조하다 보면 사회적 형평성이 훼손될 우려가 있습니다.
If only economic efficiency is emphasized, there is a risk that social equity will be undermined.
훼손될 우려 (risk of being damaged).
다문화 사회로의 이행 과정에서 문화적 형평성 확보가 중요한 과제로 대두되고 있습니다.
In the process of transitioning to a multicultural society, ensuring cultural equity is emerging as an important task.
대두되다 (to emerge/come to the fore).
공적 자원의 배분 메커니즘이 형평성 담보를 위해 투명하게 운영되어야 합니다.
The allocation mechanism of public resources must be operated transparently to guarantee equity.
담보 (guarantee/collateral).
기술 혁신이 가져올 이익의 향유에 있어 형평성 있는 접근이 필요합니다.
An equitable approach is needed in the enjoyment of benefits brought by technological innovation.
향유 (enjoyment/possession).
Colocaciones comunes
Frases Comunes
— To have equity or be equitable.
그의 제안은 형평성이 있어 보입니다.
— To lack equity or be inequitable.
이 규칙은 전혀 형평성이 없습니다.
— To damage or undermine equity.
특혜는 사회적 형평성을 해칩니다.
— To promote or strive for equity.
지역 간 균형 발전을 통해 형평성을 도모합시다.
— To aim for or ensure equity (very formal).
행정 처리에 있어 형평성을 기해야 합니다.
— The principle of equity.
형평성 원칙에 따라 자원을 배분했습니다.
— Enhancement or improvement of equity.
정부는 복지 서비스의 형평성 제고를 약속했습니다.
— A dispute or quarrel over equity.
성과급 지급 후 형평성 시비가 끊이지 않았습니다.
— Lack of equity.
제도의 형평성 결여가 큰 문제로 지적되었습니다.
— Criteria for equity.
형평성 기준을 명확히 설정해야 합니다.
Se confunde a menudo con
Equality means giving everyone the same thing. Equity (형평성) means giving people what they need to reach a fair outcome.
Justice often refers to the fairness of the process or rules. Equity refers to the fairness of the balance or distribution.
Balance is a general term for stability. Equity is a specific moral/social balance of fairness.
Modismos y expresiones
— Literally 'to weigh on scales,' used to describe carefully considering equity or comparing options.
그는 두 후보의 형평성을 저울질하고 있다.
Neutral— To not lean toward one side; to be perfectly balanced/equitable.
그 판결은 어느 한쪽으로 치우치지 않아 형평성이 높았다.
Neutral— To be perfectly fair and selfless.
그는 공평무사하게 일을 처리하여 형평성을 지켰다.
Formal/Literary— The principle of equity (legal term).
법원은 형평의 원칙에 따라 결정을 내렸다.
Formal/Legal— Literally 'the arm bends inward,' meaning people tend to be biased toward those close to them (violating 형평성).
팔은 안으로 굽는 법이라 형평성을 지키기 어렵다.
Informal/Proverb— Literally 'a rubber ruler,' used to describe inconsistent and inequitable standards.
정부의 고무줄 잣대가 형평성 논란을 키우고 있다.
Informal/Criticism— To pretend to be fair while actually being deceptive.
그 정책은 형평성을 지키는 척하지만 눈 가리고 아웅일 뿐이다.
Informal/Idiom— Used to describe things that are equally bad or the same, sometimes used when 'equity' results in no real improvement.
누가 당선되어도 형평성 문제는 그 나물에 그 밥일 것이다.
Informal/Sarcastic— Even cold water has an order (seniority matters), a cultural concept that sometimes conflicts with modern 형평성.
한국 사회에서는 찬물도 위아래가 있다는 말처럼 형평성보다 서열을 중시하기도 한다.
Traditional— The ruler of justice/fairness.
우리는 모든 사안에 엄격한 형평성과 공정의 잣대를 대야 합니다.
FormalFácil de confundir
Both involve being fair.
평등 is the state of being exactly the same (e.g., same rights). 형평성 is the state of being fair based on context.
남녀평등 (Gender equality) vs. 과세 형평성 (Tax equity).
They share the character '평' (flat/equal).
공평 is more general and can be used casually. 형평성 is formal and systematic.
공평하게 나눠 먹자 (Let's share fairly) vs. 형평성 있는 복지 정책 (Equitable welfare policy).
Both are key social values in Korea.
공정 focuses on 'rules' (no cheating). 형평성 focuses on 'distribution' (no one left behind).
공정한 경쟁 (Fair competition) vs. 지역 간 형평성 (Equity between regions).
Both mean balance.
균형 is a physical or abstract equilibrium. 형평성 is a social/moral equilibrium of fairness.
몸의 균형 (Body balance) vs. 사회적 형평성 (Social equity).
Both are related to justice.
정의 is a broad philosophical concept. 형평성 is a specific application of justice in distribution.
정의로운 사회 (A just society) vs. 판결의 형평성 (Equity of a verdict).
Patrones de oraciones
N의 형평성을 높이다
교육의 형평성을 높여야 합니다.
N은/는 형평성에 어긋나다
이 규칙은 형평성에 어긋납니다.
N 간의 형평성을 고려하다
부서 간의 형평성을 고려하여 예산을 짰습니다.
형평성 차원에서 V-아/어 주다
형평성 차원에서 모두에게 기회를 주었습니다.
N의 형평성 제고를 위해 노력하다
과세 형평성 제고를 위해 노력하고 있습니다.
N의 형평성 결여가 문제로 지적되다
제도의 형평성 결여가 문제로 지적되었습니다.
실질적 형평성을 실현하다
사회 전반에 실질적 형평성을 실현해야 합니다.
N과/와의 형평성을 도모하다
기존 사업과의 형평성을 도모하기 위해 조정했습니다.
Familia de palabras
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Adjetivos
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Cómo usarlo
High in formal contexts (news, law, academics), Low in daily conversation.
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Using 형평성 for small, personal favors.
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Using 공평 or 그냥 (just).
형평성 is too heavy for small things. Don't use it for 'You gave him more candy.'
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Saying '형평성을 하다'.
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형평성을 유지하다/고려하다.
형평성 is a noun that needs a specific action verb, not just 'to do'.
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Confusing 형평성 with 평등 in human rights contexts.
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Using 평등.
Human rights are about 'equality' (평등), not just 'equity' (형평성).
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Misspelling as '현평성'.
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형평성.
The first syllable is 'Hyeong' (형), not 'Hyeon' (현).
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Using '형평성' to mean financial equity (shares).
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자기자본 or 주식.
형평성 only refers to the concept of fairness, not financial ownership.
Consejos
The Scale Rule
Always imagine a scale when using 형평성. If you are talking about balancing two sides fairly, this is the perfect word.
Formalize Your Essays
In professional writing, replace '공평함' with '형평성' to sound more authoritative and precise.
Debate Opener
Start your argument with '형평성 문제를 제기하고 싶습니다' (I want to raise an equity issue) to command attention.
Understand the Sensitivity
Koreans are very sensitive to 형평성 in education and jobs. Using this word shows you understand this cultural nuance.
Particle Pairing
Remember that 형평성 often takes the particle '에' when followed by '어긋나다' (형평성에 어긋나다).
Learn the Antonym
Learn '불평등' (inequality) alongside '형평성' to be able to discuss both sides of a problem.
Workplace Politics
If you feel your bonus is unfair compared to a colleague's, use '형평성' when discussing it with HR.
News Keywords
When you hear '논란' (controversy) on the news, listen for '형평성' right before it.
Hanja Link
Link '평' (Pyeong) to '평평하다' (to be flat/level) to remember the 'equal' part of the word.
TOPIK Tip
The word '형평성' often appears in the 'main idea' or 'author's attitude' questions on TOPIK.
Memorízalo
Mnemotecnia
Think of 'Hyeong' (형) as 'Big Brother' and 'Pyeong' (평) as 'Flat/Equal.' A good big brother makes sure everything is 'flat' (equal) for all his siblings. That's 형평성!
Asociación visual
Visualize a classic set of brass scales (the kind Lady Justice holds). When the beam is perfectly horizontal, that is '형평성.'
Word Web
Desafío
Try to find one news article today in a Korean newspaper (like Naver News) that uses the word '형평성.' Write down the sentence and translate it.
Origen de la palabra
Derived from the Hanja characters 衡 (hyeong), 平 (pyeong), and 性 (seong). 衡 refers to a weighing scale or the beam of a scale, 平 means flat, level, or equal, and 性 refers to a characteristic or nature.
Significado original: The inherent quality of a scale being level and balanced.
Sino-Korean (Hanja-eo).Contexto cultural
Be careful when using this word to criticize someone personally; it is very strong and formal. It is better used to criticize a system or a policy.
While English speakers often use 'fairness' for everything, Korean speakers distinguish between 'fairness of process' (공정) and 'equity of distribution' (형평성).
Practica en la vida real
Contextos reales
Taxation and Finance
- 과세 형평성
- 소득 재분배
- 부유세
- 형평성 있는 세금
Education and Exams
- 입시 형평성
- 기회 균등
- 공정한 평가
- 난이도 조절
Legal and Judicial
- 법적 형평성
- 양형 기준
- 판결의 일관성
- 평등 원칙
Workplace and HR
- 성과급 형평성
- 채용 비리
- 승진 기회
- 임금 격차
Social Welfare
- 복지 형평성
- 취약 계층 지원
- 지역 간 격차
- 사회 안전망
Inicios de conversación
"정부의 이번 부동산 정책이 형평성에 맞는다고 생각하시나요? (Do you think the government's recent real estate policy is equitable?)"
"우리 회사의 성과급 배분 방식에 형평성 문제가 있다고 보십니까? (Do you see an equity issue in our company's bonus distribution method?)"
"대학 입시에서 지역 균형 선발 제도가 형평성을 높인다고 보시나요? (Do you think the regional balanced selection system in college admissions increases equity?)"
"세금 감면 혜택이 특정 기업에 집중되는 것은 형평성에 어긋나지 않을까요? (Wouldn't it go against equity if tax reduction benefits are concentrated on specific companies?)"
"디지털 격차를 해소하는 것이 미래 사회의 형평성을 위해 왜 중요할까요? (Why is closing the digital divide important for the equity of future society?)"
Temas para diario
내가 경험한 가장 형평성에 어긋나는 일은 무엇이었으며, 그때 어떤 기분이 들었는지 써보세요. (Write about the most inequitable thing you've experienced and how you felt then.)
우리 사회에서 형평성을 높이기 위해 가장 시급하게 개선해야 할 제도는 무엇이라고 생각하나요? (What system do you think needs the most urgent improvement to increase equity in our society?)
결과의 형평성과 기회의 평등 중 무엇이 더 중요하다고 생각하는지 논하세요. (Discuss which you think is more important: equity of results or equality of opportunity.)
직장에서 형평성을 유지하기 위한 리더의 역할은 무엇일까요? (What is the role of a leader in maintaining equity in the workplace?)
미래 기술(AI 등)이 사회적 형평성에 어떤 영향을 미칠지 예측해 보세요. (Predict how future technologies like AI will affect social equity.)
Preguntas frecuentes
10 preguntasIt's technically correct but sounds too formal. Use '공평하게' or '더치페이' (Dutch pay) instead. 형평성 is better for things like government policies or company rules.
Think of '공정성' as the rules of a race being the same for everyone. Think of '형평성' as making sure people with different abilities have a fair chance to finish. One is about the process, the other about the balance of the outcome.
You can say '형평성에 어긋나다' (to go against equity) or '형평성이 없다' (to have no equity).
Only if you are discussing serious topics like politics, your company's bonus system, or school grades. In those cases, it's very common.
It means 'from the perspective of equity' or 'for the sake of fairness.' It's a very common way to start a formal explanation.
No, it is only a noun. You must pair it with a verb like '고려하다' (to consider) or '맞추다' (to match/balance).
Yes, it frequently appears in TOPIK II (Intermediate/Advanced) reading and listening sections, especially in social issue topics.
It comes from 衡 (저울대 형), which means the beam of a weighing scale.
Not directly. You wouldn't say 'He is 형평성.' You would say 'He values 형평성' (그는 형평성을 중시한다) or 'His actions have 형평성' (그의 행동은 형평성이 있다).
Yes. In finance, 'equity' often means ownership or shares (자기자본). '형평성' only means the quality of being fair and equitable.
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Translate to Korean: 'We must consider equity between regions.'
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Translate to Korean: 'This rule goes against equity.'
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Use '형평성 차원에서' in a sentence about giving everyone a chance.
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Write a short sentence about 'tax equity' (과세 형평성).
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Translate to Korean: 'The controversy over the equity of the exam is growing.'
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Translate to Korean: 'It is important to maintain equity in the distribution of performance bonuses.'
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Translate to Korean: 'The new policy was criticized for lacking equity.'
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Write a sentence using '형평성을 확보하다'.
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Translate to Korean: 'Equity is a core value of social justice.'
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Write a sentence comparing 'A' and 'B' regarding equity.
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Translate to Korean: 'The judge considered the equity of the sentence.'
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Translate to Korean: 'The information gap causes equity issues.'
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Use '형평성에 맞게' in a sentence about sharing resources.
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Translate to Korean: 'The goal of the movement was social equity.'
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Write a sentence using '형평성을 잃지 않도록'.
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Translate to Korean: 'The government promised to improve tax equity.'
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Translate to Korean: 'The lack of equity hindered development.'
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Write a sentence using '형평성 시비'.
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Translate to Korean: 'We need an equitable approach.'
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Translate to Korean: 'The principle of equity must be followed.'
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Say 'Equity is important' in formal Korean.
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Ask 'Is this equitable?' in formal Korean.
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Explain why you think a rule is unfair using '형평성'.
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Say 'Please consider the equity' in a polite way.
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State that a controversy has arisen: 'An equity controversy is arising.'
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Suggest maintaining equity between groups: 'Let's maintain equity between regions.'
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Say 'From the perspective of equity' to start a sentence.
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State that a policy lacks equity: 'This policy lacks equity.'
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Talk about tax equity: 'Tax equity must be realized.'
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Use the idiom 'rubber ruler' regarding equity: 'The government's equity standard is like a rubber ruler.'
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Say 'Equity is the core value of our company.'
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Express a need for balance: 'We need to balance the equity.'
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Say 'This measure damages social equity.'
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Ask for a review: 'Please review the equity of this exam.'
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Say 'Everyone should have equitable opportunities.'
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State a judicial fact: 'The verdict must have equity.'
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Say 'We must not lose equity.'
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Explain a benefit: 'This will improve educational equity.'
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Say 'The problem is the lack of equity.'
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Argue for fairness: 'We must abide by the principle of equity.'
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Listen for the word '형평성' in a news clip about taxes.
Identify if the speaker is complaining about equity or efficiency.
True/False: The speaker said the policy 'follows' equity. (Sentence: 형평성에 어긋납니다)
Which verb followed '형평성'? (Sentence: 형평성을 고려해야 합니다)
What is the subject of the sentence? (Sentence: 교육의 형평성이 무너졌습니다)
Is the tone formal or informal? (Speaker uses '형평성')
What is being criticized? (Sentence: 이번 인사는 형평성 논란이 있습니다)
True/False: The speaker thinks equity is important. (Sentence: 형평성 유지가 가장 시급합니다)
What context is this? (Sentence: 과세 형평성 제고를 위해...)
Which noun was paired with '형평성'? (Sentence: 사회적 형평성)
Identify the ending: '형평성에 (어긋납니다/맞습니다)'
What is the speaker's goal? (Sentence: 형평성을 확보하고자 합니다)
True/False: The speaker mentioned 'equity between regions'. (Sentence: 지역 간 형평성)
What was 'lacking' according to the speaker? (Sentence: 형평성이 결여되었습니다)
Which particle was used? '형평성(을/에)'
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Summary
형평성 is the 'professional' word for fairness. Use it when you want to talk about how a system or rule should balance different people's needs fairly. For example, '형평성을 고려하다' (to consider equity) is a high-level way to say 'let's be fair.'
- 형평성 means 'equity' or 'systemic fairness,' focusing on balanced distribution.
- It is a formal Hanja-based noun (衡平性) used in law, policy, and news.
- Commonly paired with verbs like 고려하다 (consider) and 어긋나다 (go against).
- Essential for discussing social justice, taxation, and educational opportunities in Korea.
The Scale Rule
Always imagine a scale when using 형평성. If you are talking about balancing two sides fairly, this is the perfect word.
Formalize Your Essays
In professional writing, replace '공평함' with '형평성' to sound more authoritative and precise.
Debate Opener
Start your argument with '형평성 문제를 제기하고 싶습니다' (I want to raise an equity issue) to command attention.
Understand the Sensitivity
Koreans are very sensitive to 형평성 in education and jobs. Using this word shows you understand this cultural nuance.
Ejemplo
세금 제도는 형평성을 유지하는 것이 매우 중요합니다.
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