개별적이다
It describes things that are separate or distinct from one another.
Explanation at your level:
This word means 'separate.' Use it when you talk about one thing alone. For example, 'Each apple is 개별적.' It is like saying 'individual.'
You use this when things are not in a group. If you have many students, you can talk to them in an 개별적 way. It means one by one.
When you need to be specific, use this word. It is great for explaining that you are looking at items one at a time. It helps distinguish between the whole group and the parts.
This word is essential for nuanced communication. It implies a sense of independence and distinctness. Use it to contrast 'collective' actions with 'individual' ones in professional reports.
In advanced contexts, it highlights the importance of granularity. It is often used in academic or legal writing to emphasize that a general rule might not apply to every single case due to 개별적인 circumstances.
Mastery of this word involves understanding the philosophical weight of 'the individual' in Korean discourse. It is used to deconstruct complex systems into their constituent parts, showing a high level of analytical sophistication.
واژه در 30 ثانیه
- Means separate or individual.
- Commonly used in formal and professional contexts.
- Can be used as an adjective or adverb.
- Distinct from 'personal' (개인적).
When you hear 개별적이다, think of the difference between a whole forest and a single tree. It is the perfect word to use when you want to focus on the individual parts of a group.
In Korean culture, we often value both the group and the individual. This word helps us distinguish between collective responsibilities and personal tasks. It is a very common term in professional and academic settings where clarity is key.
Think of it as the opposite of 'collective' or 'general.' If you are looking at data, you might look at the general trend, but sometimes you need to look at the 개별적 data points to see what is really happening behind the scenes.
The word 개별적이다 is built from Sino-Korean roots. The character 개 (個) means 'individual' or 'piece,' and 별 (別) means 'separate' or 'different.'
By combining these with 적 (的), which turns a noun into a descriptive modifier, we get a word that literally translates to 'having the quality of being individually separated.' This structure is very common in the Korean language for creating abstract adjectives.
Historically, these characters have been used in East Asian philosophy for centuries to discuss the relationship between the 'one' and the 'many.' It reflects a deep linguistic tradition of categorizing objects based on their independence.
While 개별적이다 is a descriptive adjective, it is part of many common phrases. 1. 개별적으로 연락하다: To contact someone individually. 2. 개별적인 차이: Individual differences. 3. 개별적인 판단: Individual judgment. 4. 개별적인 접근: An individual approach. 5. 개별적인 공간: Private or individual space.
These phrases help you navigate daily life. For example, if you are planning a party and need to talk to each guest, you would say you are 'contacting them 개별적으로.' It shows you are being thoughtful and thorough.
As an adjective, 개별적이다 functions as a predicate. You can change it to 개별적인 when you want to modify a noun, like 개별적인 사람 (an individual person).
Pronunciation-wise, focus on the 'byeol' sound. It should be crisp and clear. The word follows standard Korean adjective conjugation rules, so you can use it in past tense (개별적이었다) or future tense (개별적일 것이다).
There are no plural forms in Korean adjectives, which makes it easier to learn! Just remember that the -적 suffix is a powerful tool for turning nouns into adjectives throughout the entire language.
Fun Fact
The character '개' is used in many words related to individual items.
Pronunciation Guide
Sounds like 'gae' (as in gate) + 'byeol' (as in bell) + 'jeok' (as in jet) + 'i-da'.
Crisp syllables with clear 'r' sounds in the romanization.
Common Errors
- Mispronouncing 'byeol' as 'beol'.
- Dropping the 'i' in 'ida'.
- Slurring the 'jeok' sound.
Rhymes With
Difficulty Rating
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What to Learn Next
Prerequisites
Learn Next
پیشرفته
Grammar to Know
Adjective to Adverb (-게)
개별적 -> 개별적으로
Noun to Adjective (-적)
개별 -> 개별적인
Predicate form
개별적이다
Examples by Level
개별적인 사과입니다.
Individual apple.
Modifier form.
개별적으로 하세요.
Do it individually.
Adverbial form.
개별적인 방입니다.
It is an individual room.
Modifier.
이것은 개별적입니다.
This is separate.
Predicate.
개별적인 선물입니다.
It is an individual gift.
Modifier.
개별적으로 생각해요.
Think individually.
Adverbial.
개별적인 시간입니다.
It is individual time.
Modifier.
개별적인 선택입니다.
It is an individual choice.
Modifier.
개별적인 상담을 원합니다.
개별적으로 공부하는 것이 좋아요.
개별적인 의견이 있습니다.
개별적인 차이가 있나요?
개별적으로 포장해 주세요.
개별적인 공간이 필요해요.
개별적으로 결정했습니다.
개별적인 특징이 있어요.
개별적인 상황을 고려해야 합니다.
개별적으로 연락을 드렸습니다.
개별적인 책임이 따릅니다.
개별적인 목표를 세우세요.
개별적인 데이터를 분석합니다.
개별적으로 처리하는 것이 빠릅니다.
개별적인 요구사항이 많습니다.
개별적인 발전이 중요합니다.
개별적인 사례를 연구하는 중입니다.
개별적인 해석은 다를 수 있습니다.
개별적인 접근 방식이 필요합니다.
개별적인 권리를 존중해야 합니다.
개별적인 성과를 평가합니다.
개별적으로 대응하기 어렵습니다.
개별적인 차이를 인정합시다.
개별적인 프로젝트를 진행합니다.
개별적인 특수성을 간과해서는 안 됩니다.
개별적인 변수를 통제해야 합니다.
개별적인 담론이 형성되고 있습니다.
개별적인 자율성을 보장합니다.
개별적인 맥락에서 이해해야 합니다.
개별적인 정체성을 확립합니다.
개별적인 비판을 수용합니다.
개별적인 논리를 전개합니다.
개별적인 존재론적 가치를 탐구합니다.
개별적인 현상의 이면을 파헤칩니다.
개별적인 주체성을 강조하는 경향이 있습니다.
개별적인 미학적 관점을 견지합니다.
개별적인 서사가 모여 역사가 됩니다.
개별적인 인과관계를 규명합니다.
개별적인 파편화 현상이 심화됩니다.
개별적인 고유성을 보존해야 합니다.
ترکیبهای رایج
Idioms & Expressions
"개별 행동을 하다"
To act individually/alone.
개별 행동을 하지 마세요.
neutral"개별적으로 떼어놓다"
To separate something out.
문제를 개별적으로 떼어놓고 봅시다.
neutral"개별 면담을 갖다"
To have a private interview.
오늘 개별 면담을 가질 예정입니다.
formal"개별 포장하다"
To wrap individually.
선물을 개별 포장했습니다.
neutral"개별적으로 검토하다"
To review case-by-case.
서류를 개별적으로 검토합니다.
formal"개별적으로 관리하다"
To manage separately.
데이터를 개별적으로 관리하세요.
formalEasily Confused
Both start with '개'.
Personal vs Individual/Separate.
개인적인 의견 (Personal opinion) vs 개별적인 의견 (Individual opinion).
Both mean separate.
Casual vs Formal.
따로 앉아 (Sit apart) vs 개별적으로 앉으세요 (Sit individually).
Both mean each/separate.
Adverb vs Adjective.
각각 가져가세요 (Take each one) vs 개별적인 선물입니다 (It is an individual gift).
Both imply separation.
Independent vs Separate.
독립적인 국가 (Independent country) vs 개별적인 사건 (Separate incident).
Sentence Patterns
Subject + 은/는 + 개별적이다
그 문제는 개별적이다.
개별적인 + Noun
개별적인 상담을 원합니다.
개별적으로 + Verb
개별적으로 연락하세요.
Subject + 은/는 + 개별적으로 + Verb
우리는 개별적으로 결정했습니다.
개별적인 + Noun + 을/를 + Verb
개별적인 차이를 확인했습니다.
خانواده کلمه
Nouns
Verbs
Adjectives
مرتبط
How to Use It
8
Formality Scale
اشتباهات رایج
It means the opposite of group-oriented.
Personal refers to private feelings; separate refers to discrete items.
Adjectives need the -ㄴ suffix to modify nouns.
It sounds too formal for casual friends.
Needs the adverbial particle -로.
Tips
Memory Palace Trick
Imagine a classroom where every student is in their own bubble.
When Native Speakers Use It
When explaining procedures that differ per person.
Cultural Insight
It reflects the balance between group harmony and individual identity.
Grammar Shortcut
Remember the -적 suffix turns almost any noun into a descriptive word.
Say It Right
Focus on the 'byeol' sound, it's the heart of the word.
Don't Make This Mistake
Don't use it to describe your secret feelings; use '개인적' instead.
Did You Know?
The '적' suffix comes from Chinese characters.
Study Smart
Learn it alongside '집단적' to understand the contrast.
Writing Tip
Use it to make your business emails sound more organized.
Speaking Tip
Use it when you need to clarify that you are talking about one specific case.
Memorize It
Mnemonic
Think of 'Gae' (a dog) being 'Byeol' (separate) from the pack.
Visual Association
A single puzzle piece standing apart from the rest.
Word Web
چالش
Try to describe your morning routine as a series of 개별적인 events.
ریشه کلمه
Sino-Korean (Hanja)
Original meaning: Individual/Separate
بافت فرهنگی
None.
Corresponds to 'individual' or 'separate' in English.
Practice in Real Life
Real-World Contexts
At Work
- 개별 면담
- 개별 업무
- 개별 보고
At School
- 개별 지도
- 개별 과제
- 개별 학습
In Business
- 개별 계약
- 개별 포장
- 개별 문의
In Daily Life
- 개별 포장된 간식
- 개별 침대
- 개별 연락
Conversation Starters
"개별적인 상담이 필요하신가요?"
"이 업무를 개별적으로 처리할까요?"
"개별적인 차이가 무엇이라고 생각하세요?"
"개별적인 공간에서 공부하는 것을 좋아하시나요?"
"개별적으로 연락을 드려도 될까요?"
Journal Prompts
Describe a time you had to handle a task individually.
Why is it important to respect individual differences?
How does working individually differ from group work?
Think of a situation where an individual approach was better.
سوالات متداول
8 سوالNo, '개인적' is personal, '개별적' is individual/separate.
Yes, to describe their individual traits or actions.
Yes, it is common in professional settings.
Yes, but '따로' is more natural for casual texts.
Add -로 to get '개별적으로'.
It is '개별'.
No, Korean adjectives don't have plurals.
Yes, for analyzing individual data points.
خودت رو بسنج
우리는 ___으로 공부합니다.
Needs adverbial form.
What does 개별적이다 mean?
It means separate/individual.
Is '개별적이다' used for collective groups?
It is for individual items.
Word
معنی
Matches adjective and adverb forms.
Adverb + Object + Verb.
학생들은 ___ 과제를 받았습니다.
Modifier form needed.
Can you use '개별적이다' to mean 'personal secret'?
That would be '개인적인'.
Which word is an antonym?
Collective is the opposite.
이 연구는 ___ 분석에 초점을 맞춥니다.
Modifier form.
Modifier + Object + Verb.
امتیاز: /10
Summary
Use '개별적이다' when you want to emphasize that things are separate, distinct, or handled one by one.
- Means separate or individual.
- Commonly used in formal and professional contexts.
- Can be used as an adjective or adverb.
- Distinct from 'personal' (개인적).
Memory Palace Trick
Imagine a classroom where every student is in their own bubble.
When Native Speakers Use It
When explaining procedures that differ per person.
Cultural Insight
It reflects the balance between group harmony and individual identity.
Grammar Shortcut
Remember the -적 suffix turns almost any noun into a descriptive word.
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추상
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