At the A1 level, '바람직하다' might feel a bit difficult because it is a long word. However, you can think of it as a very polite and formal way to say 'good' (좋아요) when you are talking about habits or rules. For example, '일찍 자는 것이 바람직해요' means 'Sleeping early is good/desirable.' At this stage, you don't need to use it in complex sentences. Just remember that it is used for things that are 'good for you' or 'the right thing to do.' It is like a 'super-polite' version of 'good' that teachers or parents might use. Focus on the simple pattern: [Action] + 는 것이 바람직해요. This will help you understand when others give you advice in Korean.
At the A2 level, you should start recognizing '바람직하다' in textbooks and listening materials. It is a common word used to describe 'desirable' behaviors. You can use it to talk about health, study habits, or social manners. For instance, '채소를 많이 먹는 것은 바람직한 습관입니다' (Eating many vegetables is a desirable habit). Notice how the word changes to '바람직한' when it is in front of a noun like '습관' (habit). You are now moving beyond just 'good' and 'bad' and starting to use more specific words to describe what is 'ideal' or 'worth doing.' It’s a great word to use when you want to sound more mature in your speaking practice.
At the B1 level, '바람직하다' becomes an essential tool for expressing opinions on social issues or general advice. You will encounter it frequently in reading passages about the environment, education, and workplace etiquette. You should be able to use the negative form '바람직하지 않다' to politely disagree with a situation. For example, '근무 시간에 개인적인 전화를 하는 것은 바람직하지 않습니다' (Making personal calls during work hours is not desirable). This level requires you to understand the nuance that '바람직하다' is an objective evaluation, not just a personal feeling. You are beginning to analyze situations based on standards of merit and logic.
At the B2 level, you should use '바람직하다' fluently in discussions and essays. It is a key vocabulary item for the TOPIK II writing section. You can use it to suggest solutions to complex problems, such as '정부는 청년 실업 문제를 해결하기 위해 바람직한 정책을 마련해야 한다' (The government must prepare desirable policies to solve the youth unemployment problem). You should also be able to distinguish it from similar words like '적절하다' (appropriate) or '이상적이다' (ideal). At this stage, you are expected to use the word to evaluate trends, policies, and abstract concepts with a high degree of precision and formality.
At the C1 level, you will explore the philosophical and rhetorical uses of '바람직하다.' You will see it in academic papers, editorials, and high-level literature. You should understand how it functions to establish a 'norm' or 'ideal' within a text. For example, in a critique of modern society, a writer might use the word to contrast current 'undesirable' (바람직하지 못한) realities with a 'desirable' (바람직한) vision of the future. You should also be comfortable with its nominalized forms and complex sentence structures, using it to build persuasive arguments. Your usage should reflect an understanding of the word's weight in shaping public opinion and moral standards.
At the C2 level, '바람직하다' is used with complete mastery of its stylistic and contextual nuances. You can use it to discuss the 'desirability' of existence, metaphysical concepts, or highly technical policy nuances. You might use it in a legal or ethical debate where the definition of 'desirable' itself is being questioned. For example, '무엇이 진정으로 바람직한 삶인가에 대한 논의는 끝이 없다' (The discussion on what truly constitutes a desirable life is endless). At this level, you can use the word to evoke specific emotional or intellectual responses, recognizing its power as a value-laden term in the Korean language's most sophisticated registers.

바람직하다 30 सेकंड में

  • Means 'desirable' or 'ideal' in a formal/objective sense.
  • Used for giving advice, evaluating behavior, or discussing social trends.
  • Commonly follows the pattern '-는 것이 바람직하다' (Doing X is desirable).
  • Higher register than '좋다'; implies something *should* be a certain way.

The Korean adjective 바람직하다 (baramjikhada) is a sophisticated and highly evaluative term that translates most accurately to 'desirable,' 'ideal,' or 'worthwhile.' Unlike simple adjectives like '좋다' (good), which can describe personal taste or basic quality, 바람직하다 carries a heavy weight of social, moral, or practical expectation. When you use this word, you are not just saying you like something; you are stating that a particular behavior, situation, or outcome is the 'right' or 'correct' way things should be according to a standard of value or logic. It is deeply rooted in the concept of a 'desire' that is beneficial for the collective or the individual's long-term growth.

Root Meaning
The word is derived from the noun '바람' (baram), meaning a wish, hope, or desire, combined with the suffix '-직하다', which indicates that something is 'worthy of' or 'likely to be.' Therefore, it literally means 'worthy of being hoped for.'

학생으로서 공부를 열심히 하는 것은 바람직한 일이다. (As a student, studying hard is a desirable thing.)

In daily conversation, you will hear this word most often in contexts involving education, parenting, policy-making, and professional feedback. It is the 'gold standard' word for describing the 'ideal' path. For example, a doctor might describe a patient's dietary changes as 바람직하다, or a news anchor might discuss a 바람직한 사회 (a desirable society). It suggests a level of maturity and objective reasoning. If you use this word instead of '좋다', you immediately sound more educated and thoughtful because you are appealing to a sense of 'what is best' rather than 'what is pleasant.'

Social Context
In Korean culture, which often emphasizes social harmony and roles, '바람직하다' acts as a linguistic guidepost for 'proper' behavior. It aligns with the Confucian ideals of doing what is appropriate for one's station in life.

이런 갈등을 대화로 해결하는 것이 바람직합니다. (Solving such conflicts through dialogue is desirable/the right way.)

Furthermore, the word is frequently used in the negative form to criticize behavior politely. Saying '그것은 바람직하지 않다' (That is not desirable) is a common way to say 'That is wrong' or 'You shouldn't do that' in a formal or professional setting. It focuses on the action's lack of merit rather than attacking the person directly, making it a very useful tool for diplomatic communication in Korean.

Using 바람직하다 correctly involves understanding its grammatical patterns and its role as a descriptive verb (adjective). Because it describes a state or a quality of an action or situation, it is most commonly used in two ways: as a noun modifier or as the predicate of a sentence. When modifying a noun, it takes the form 바람직한 (baramjik-han), and when ending a sentence, it conjugates like any other '하다' adjective.

Pattern 1: [Noun] + 은/는 바람직하다
This is the simplest way to state that a specific thing is desirable. Example: '정직한 태도는 바람직하다' (An honest attitude is desirable).

그의 행동은 아주 바람직했다. (His actions were very desirable/commendable.)

The most common advanced pattern involves the nominalizing structure -는 것이 바람직하다. This translates to 'It is desirable to [verb]' or 'Doing [verb] is the right way.' This is the standard way to give formal advice or state a rule of thumb. For instance, '물을 많이 마시는 것이 바람직하다' (It is desirable to drink a lot of water). This structure allows you to turn any action into a subject that can be evaluated as 'desirable.'

Pattern 2: 바람직한 + Noun
Use this to describe a noun directly. Common pairings include '바람직한 현상' (a desirable phenomenon) or '바람직한 방향' (a desirable direction).

우리는 바람직한 해결책을 찾아야 합니다. (We must find a desirable solution.)

In terms of tense, you can use '바람직했다' for past evaluations or '바람직할 것이다' for future predictions. However, because 'desirability' is often treated as a timeless truth or a current standard, the present tense '바람직하다' or the polite '바람직합니다' is overwhelmingly common. When you want to emphasize that something is *not* desirable, you use '바람직하지 않다' (formal) or '바람직하지 않아요' (polite/neutral). This negation is very common in news reports when discussing social problems or economic trends that are moving in a negative direction.

If you are watching Korean news, reading an editorial, or listening to a lecture, you will encounter 바람직하다 frequently. It is a staple of 'official' or 'public' Korean. Unlike slang or casual adjectives, it holds a place in the language of consensus and social improvement. You will rarely hear it among close friends talking about what to eat for dinner, unless they are being intentionally ironic or formal. Instead, you hear it in places where values are being discussed.

In Schools and Education
Teachers use this word to guide students' character development. They might talk about '바람직한 교우 관계' (desirable relationships with friends) or '바람직한 학습 습관' (desirable study habits). It is the language of 'The Ideal Student.'

어린이들에게 바람직한 독서 습관을 길러주어야 합니다. (We must cultivate desirable reading habits in children.)

In the corporate world, 바람직하다 is used during performance reviews or strategy meetings. A manager might say that a certain workflow is 'not desirable' (바람직하지 않다) for productivity. It is also used in political discourse. Politicians often debate what constitutes a '바람직한 국가' (a desirable nation) or '바람직한 정책' (a desirable policy). It is a word used to build a vision of the future. When a society experiences a positive trend, like an increase in recycling, the media will call it a '바람직한 변화' (a desirable change).

In Documentaries and Essays
This word is essential for academic writing. If you are taking the TOPIK II exam, using '바람직하다' in your essay to describe a solution to a social problem will significantly boost your score because it demonstrates a high-level vocabulary register.

환경 보호를 위해 일회용품 사용을 줄이는 것이 바람직합니다. (Reducing the use of disposable products for environmental protection is desirable.)

Finally, you might hear it in historical dramas or formal speeches. It has a certain gravitas. When a king or a leader speaks about the future of the people, they use this word to define the collective goal. Even in modern dramas, a character might use it when trying to persuade someone to take the 'high road' in a difficult moral situation.

While 바람직하다 is a useful word, learners often trip over its specific register and grammatical nuances. The most common mistake is using it in casual, personal contexts where '좋다' (good) or '원하다' (want) would be more appropriate. Because 바람직하다 implies an objective 'should,' using it for personal preferences can sound very strange or overly stiff.

Mistake 1: Personal Taste
Incorrect: '이 피자는 정말 바람직해요.' (This pizza is really desirable.) - Unless you are discussing the nutritional value of pizza in a health report, this sounds bizarre. Correct: '이 피자 정말 맛있어요' or '좋아요.'

Bad Example: 나는 네가 나를 사랑하는 것이 바람직해. (It is desirable that you love me.) - This sounds like a robot or a textbook, not a person in love.

Another common error is confusing 바람직하다 with 바라다 (to wish/hope). While they share the same root, they function differently. 바라다 is a verb that expresses what *you* want. 바람직하다 is an adjective that describes the *quality* of a situation. You cannot say '나는 성공하기를 바람직해' (Incorrect). You must say '성공하는 것은 바람직한 일이다' (Success is a desirable thing) or '나는 성공하기를 바라' (I hope to succeed).

Mistake 2: Confusing with '올바르다'
While similar, '올바르다' means 'correct/upright' in a moral sense. '바람직하다' is broader, including things that are 'ideal' or 'beneficial' even if they aren't strictly about morality.

Confusing: '그는 바람직한 사람이다' vs '그는 올바른 사람이다'. The first means he is an 'ideal' person (maybe successful, kind, etc.), while the second specifically means he is 'morally upright/honest.'

Finally, learners sometimes forget the '-ㄴ/은' modifier form. They might say '바람직하다 결과' instead of '바람직한 결과'. In Korean, you must change the adjective to its modifier form to describe a noun. This is a basic grammar point, but in the heat of a conversation, learners often default to the dictionary form. Practice saying '바람직한' as a single unit with common nouns like '태도' (attitude) or '방법' (method) to build muscle memory.

To truly master 바람직하다, you need to know its neighbors. Korean has several words that touch on the idea of 'goodness' or 'correctness,' but each has a specific flavor. By comparing these, you can choose the most precise word for your situation. The most common alternatives are 이상적이다, 적절하다, and 좋다.

바람직하다 vs. 이상적이다 (Ideal)
'이상적이다' (isangjeogida) is more about a perfect, perhaps unreachable, 'ideal.' '바람직하다' is more practical—it's what *should* happen in reality. Use '이상적이다' for a dream scenario and '바람직하다' for the recommended course of action.

그것은 이상적인 계획이지만, 현실적으로는 바람직한 수준에서 타협해야 합니다. (That is an ideal plan, but realistically we must compromise at a desirable level.)

Another close relative is 적절하다 (jeokjeolhada), which means 'appropriate' or 'suitable.' While 바람직하다 focuses on the *value* or *merit* of an action, 적절하다 focuses on the *fit* for a specific context. For example, wearing a suit is '적절하다' for a wedding, but donating to charity is '바람직하다' for a human being. One is about social etiquette/timing, the other is about inherent value.

바람직하다 vs. 올바르다 (Correct/Right)
'올바르다' (olbareuda) is used when there is a clear right and wrong. '바람직하다' is used when there are many options, but one is clearly better or more beneficial. '올바른 답' (correct answer) vs. '바람직한 태도' (desirable attitude).

아이에게 올바른 길을 안내하는 것이 부모의 바람직한 역할입니다. (Guiding a child on the right path is a parent's desirable role.)

Lastly, consider 권장되다 (gwonjang-doeda), which means 'to be recommended.' This is more of a passive verb often used in official guidelines. '이 방법이 바람직하다' sounds like an evaluation, while '이 방법이 권장된다' sounds like an official instruction. Knowing these subtle differences allows you to navigate the nuances of Korean social hierarchy and formal communication with ease.

How Formal Is It?

रोचक तथ्य

Although '바람' also means 'wind' in Korean, the root for this word is purely about 'wishing.' It's a common homonym that sometimes leads to poetic wordplay.

उच्चारण मार्गदर्शिका

UK /pa.ɾam.dʑik.ɦa.da/
US /bɑ.rɑm.dʒik.hɑ.dɑ/
Stress is even across syllables, typical of Korean, but slight emphasis on 'ram'.
तुकबंदी
솔직하다 (soljik-hada) 정직하다 (jeongjik-hada) 듬직하다 (deumjik-hada) 큼직하다 (keumjik-hada) 익숙하다 (iksuk-hada) 심각하다 (simgak-hada) 정확하다 (jeonghwak-hada) 강력하다 (gangnyeok-hada)
आम गलतियाँ
  • Pronouncing '바람' like 'baram' (wind) is correct, but the meaning is 'wish'.
  • Missing the 'k' sound in 'jik' before the 'h'.
  • Pronouncing 'da' too heavily like an English 'D'.

कठिनाई स्तर

पठन 3/5

Easy to recognize once the root '바람' is known.

लिखना 4/5

Requires knowledge of modifier forms and nominalization.

बोलना 4/5

Requires understanding of social register to avoid sounding stiff.

श्रवण 3/5

Very common in formal media and lectures.

आगे क्या सीखें

पूर्वापेक्षाएँ

바라다 좋다 습관 태도 행동

आगे सीखें

이상적이다 적절하다 올바르다 권장하다 지향하다

उन्नत

규범적이다 합리적이다 선구적이다 모범적이다 합당하다

ज़रूरी व्याकरण

Adjective Modifier Form (-ㄴ/은)

바람직하다 -> 바람직한 태도

Nominalization (-는 것)

운동하는 것은 바람직하다

Polite Formal Ending (-습니다)

이것은 바람직합니다

Negative form (-지 않다)

바람직하지 않습니다

Adverbial form (-게)

바람직하게 해결되었습니다

स्तर के अनुसार उदाहरण

1

일찍 일어나는 것은 바람직해요.

Waking up early is desirable.

Simple [Verb-는 것] + 바람직해요 pattern.

2

손을 씻는 것은 바람직한 습관이에요.

Washing hands is a desirable habit.

Using '바람직한' to modify the noun '습관'.

3

인사를 잘 하는 것은 바람직합니다.

Greeting well is desirable.

Formal ending '-합니다'.

4

우유를 마시는 것은 건강에 바람직해요.

Drinking milk is desirable for health.

Adding '건강에' (for health) as a target.

5

공부를 열심히 하는 것은 바람직해요.

Studying hard is desirable.

Standard evaluation of behavior.

6

쓰레기를 버리지 않는 것은 바람직해요.

Not throwing away trash (littering) is desirable.

Negative verb '-지 않는 것'.

7

친구를 돕는 것은 바람직한 일이에요.

Helping a friend is a desirable thing.

Modifying '일' (thing/work).

8

과일을 먹는 것은 바람직해요.

Eating fruit is desirable.

Simple present tense.

1

규칙적인 운동은 건강에 매우 바람직합니다.

Regular exercise is very desirable for health.

Using the adverb '매우' (very) for emphasis.

2

어린이에게 독서는 바람직한 활동입니다.

Reading is a desirable activity for children.

Modifying '활동' (activity).

3

거짓말을 하지 않는 태도는 바람직해요.

The attitude of not lying is desirable.

Modifying '태도' (attitude).

4

계획을 세우는 것은 바람직한 일입니다.

Making a plan is a desirable thing.

Formal sentence structure.

5

에너지를 절약하는 것은 바람직한 변화예요.

Saving energy is a desirable change.

Modifying '변화' (change).

6

서로 돕고 사는 사회가 바람직합니다.

A society where people live helping each other is desirable.

Relative clause '서로 돕고 사는' modifying '사회'.

7

약속 시간을 지키는 것은 바람직한 매너예요.

Keeping appointment times is desirable manners.

Loanword '매너' (manners).

8

자연을 보호하는 것은 우리에게 바람직해요.

Protecting nature is desirable for us.

Object of benefit '우리에게'.

1

지나친 소비는 바람직하지 않은 습관입니다.

Excessive consumption is an undesirable habit.

Negative modifier '바람직하지 않은'.

2

문제를 대화로 해결하는 것이 가장 바람직합니다.

Solving problems through dialogue is most desirable.

Superlative '가장' (most).

3

실수를 인정하는 자세는 매우 바람직합니다.

The posture (attitude) of admitting mistakes is very desirable.

Using '자세' (posture/attitude) figuratively.

4

이런 현상은 사회적으로 바람직하지 않습니다.

This phenomenon is not socially desirable.

Adverb '사회적으로' (socially).

5

성숙한 시민 의식을 가지는 것이 바람직합니다.

It is desirable to have a mature civic consciousness.

Abstract noun '시민 의식'.

6

다양한 의견을 존중하는 문화가 바람직합니다.

A culture that respects diverse opinions is desirable.

Subject '문화' (culture).

7

어려운 이웃을 돕는 것은 바람직한 행동입니다.

Helping neighbors in need is a desirable action.

Modifying '행동' (action).

8

결과보다는 과정을 중요하게 생각하는 것이 바람직해요.

It is desirable to value the process more than the result.

Comparison 'A보다는 B'.

1

정부는 바람직한 경제 정책을 수립해야 합니다.

The government must establish desirable economic policies.

Professional context: '정책을 수립하다'.

2

지속 가능한 개발은 인류에게 바람직한 방향입니다.

Sustainable development is a desirable direction for humanity.

Abstract concept '지속 가능한 개발'.

3

비판적인 사고를 기르는 교육이 바람직합니다.

Education that fosters critical thinking is desirable.

Relative clause modifying '교육'.

4

기업의 사회적 책임 이행은 바람직한 현상입니다.

Companies fulfilling social responsibility is a desirable phenomenon.

Compound noun phrase as subject.

5

갈등을 평화적으로 조정하는 것이 바람직한 리더십입니다.

Mediating conflicts peacefully is desirable leadership.

Defining '리더십' (leadership).

6

정보의 투명한 공개는 민주주의 사회에서 바람직합니다.

Transparent disclosure of information is desirable in a democratic society.

Locative '민주주의 사회에서'.

7

전통을 계승하면서도 변화를 수용하는 자세가 바람직합니다.

An attitude of accepting change while inheriting tradition is desirable.

Contrast '면서도' (while also).

8

건전한 비판은 조직의 발전을 위해 바람직합니다.

Healthy criticism is desirable for the development of an organization.

Purpose clause '발전을 위해'.

1

다원화된 사회에서 타자의 가치를 인정하는 것은 바람직한 덕목이다.

In a pluralistic society, recognizing the values of others is a desirable virtue.

High-level vocabulary: '다원화된', '타자', '덕목'.

2

기술의 발전이 인간의 소외를 초래하는 것은 바람직하지 못한 결과다.

The development of technology leading to human alienation is an undesirable result.

Negative modifier '바람직하지 못한'.

3

환경 윤리에 기반한 소비 패턴의 변화는 매우 바람직한 진전이다.

A change in consumption patterns based on environmental ethics is a very desirable progress.

Complex noun phrase '환경 윤리에 기반한'.

4

권력의 집중을 견제하는 제도적 장치는 민주 국가에서 바람직하다.

Institutional mechanisms that check the concentration of power are desirable in democratic nations.

Political science terminology.

5

학문적 호기심을 장려하는 교육 환경 조성이 바람직하다.

Creating an educational environment that encourages academic curiosity is desirable.

Nominalized subject '환경 조성'.

6

과거의 잘못을 반성하고 사과하는 것은 국가 간 관계에서 바람직하다.

Reflecting on and apologizing for past wrongs is desirable in international relations.

Diplomatic context.

7

개인의 창의성이 존중받는 조직 문화가 바람직한 미래상이다.

An organizational culture where individual creativity is respected is a desirable image of the future.

Concept of '미래상' (future image).

8

물질적 풍요보다 정신적 가치를 지향하는 삶이 바람직하다고 본다.

I view a life that aims for spiritual values over material abundance as desirable.

Indirect quotation '-고 본다' (I view/consider).

1

보편적 인권의 가치를 실현하는 방향으로 법을 개정하는 것이 바람직하다.

It is desirable to revise laws in a direction that realizes the values of universal human rights.

Legal/Philosophical register.

2

지적 겸손을 바탕으로 끊임없이 진리를 탐구하는 태도는 바람직한 지성인의 표상이다.

An attitude of constantly seeking truth based on intellectual humility is the epitome of a desirable intellectual.

Sophisticated terms: '지적 겸손', '표상'.

3

경제적 효율성과 사회적 형평성 사이의 조화를 찾는 것이 가장 바람직한 해법이다.

Finding harmony between economic efficiency and social equity is the most desirable solution.

Economic theory context.

4

기술 패권 경쟁 속에서도 인류 공동의 이익을 우선시하는 것이 바람직하다.

Even amidst competition for technological hegemony, it is desirable to prioritize the common interests of humanity.

Geopolitical context.

5

예술이 사회의 모순을 날카롭게 지적하는 것은 바람직한 기능 중 하나다.

Art sharply pointing out the contradictions of society is one of its desirable functions.

Aesthetic/Sociological analysis.

6

기득권을 내려놓고 상생의 길을 모색하는 지도자의 결단은 매우 바람직하다.

A leader's decision to let go of vested interests and seek a path of coexistence is very desirable.

Literary/Political phrasing.

7

생태계의 다양성을 보존하는 것은 지구의 지속 가능성을 위해 절대적으로 바람직하다.

Preserving the diversity of the ecosystem is absolutely desirable for the sustainability of the Earth.

Adverb '절대적으로' (absolutely).

8

자기 성찰을 통해 내면의 평화를 추구하는 삶은 누구에게나 바람직한 지향점이다.

A life that seeks inner peace through self-reflection is a desirable goal for anyone.

Philosophical '지향점' (aim/goal).

सामान्य शब्द संयोजन

바람직한 태도
바람직한 방향
바람직한 현상
바람직한 인간상
바람직한 관계
바람직한 결과
바람직한 대안
바람직한 사회
바람직한 문화
바람직한 교육

सामान्य वाक्यांश

바람직하지 못한

— Used to describe something that is clearly not ideal or wrong.

그의 행동은 바람직하지 못한 면이 있다.

바람직하다고 생각하다

— To consider something desirable (common in opinions).

나는 이 계획이 바람직하다고 생각한다.

바람직한 일이다

— It is a good/desirable thing.

남을 돕는 것은 참으로 바람직한 일이다.

바람직한 수준

— A desirable or acceptable level.

물가가 바람직한 수준에서 유지되고 있다.

바람직한 모습

— A desirable appearance or state.

서로 양보하는 것이 바람직한 모습이다.

전혀 바람직하지 않다

— Not desirable at all (strong negation).

그런 폭력은 전혀 바람직하지 않다.

바람직한 자세

— A desirable attitude or posture.

겸손은 리더의 바람직한 자세다.

바람직한 가치관

— Desirable values.

아이들에게 바람직한 가치관을 심어주어야 한다.

사회적으로 바람직하다

— To be socially desirable.

기부는 사회적으로 바람직한 행위다.

바람직한 변화를 이끌다

— To lead a desirable change.

이 정책은 바람직한 변화를 이끌 것이다.

अक्सर इससे भ्रम होता है

바람직하다 vs 바라다

A verb meaning 'to wish'. '바람직하다' is an adjective describing the quality of the wish/situation.

바람직하다 vs 좋다

General 'good'. '바람직하다' is specifically 'desirable' or 'ideal' based on standards.

바람직하다 vs 원하다

To want. '바람직하다' is not about what you want, but what is objectively better.

मुहावरे और अभिव्यक्तियाँ

"바람직한 길로 인도하다"

— To guide someone to the 'right' or 'desirable' path.

선생님은 학생들을 바람직한 길로 인도하셨다.

Formal
"바람직한 선례를 남기다"

— To leave a desirable precedent for others to follow.

그의 성공은 바람직한 선례를 남겼다.

Formal
"바람직한 풍토를 조성하다"

— To create a desirable atmosphere or climate (usually social/corporate).

자유로운 토론 풍토를 조성하는 것이 바람직하다.

Academic
"바람직한 결실을 맺다"

— To bear desirable fruit (achieve a good result).

오랜 노력이 바람직한 결실을 맺었다.

Literary
"바람직한 귀감이 되다"

— To become a desirable model/example for others.

그녀의 성실함은 모두에게 바람직한 귀감이 된다.

Formal
"바람직한 방향타를 잡다"

— To take the rudder in a desirable direction (lead correctly).

새 리더가 바람직한 방향타를 잡았다.

Metaphorical
"바람직한 궤도에 오르다"

— To get on a desirable track/orbit.

사업이 이제 바람직한 궤도에 올랐다.

Business
"바람직한 조화를 이루다"

— To achieve a desirable harmony.

전통과 현대가 바람직한 조화를 이루고 있다.

Aesthetic
"바람직한 지평을 열다"

— To open a desirable horizon (start something new and good).

이 연구는 새로운 학문의 바람직한 지평을 열었다.

Academic
"바람직한 마침표를 찍다"

— To put a desirable period (finish something well).

그는 선수 생활에 바람직한 마침표를 찍었다.

Literary

आसानी से भ्रमित होने वाले

바람직하다 vs 이상적이다

Both mean 'ideal'.

'이상적이다' is often about a perfect, theoretical state. '바람직하다' is about a practical, recommended state.

그것은 이상적인 꿈이지만, 바람직한 목표는 아닙니다.

바람직하다 vs 올바르다

Both mean 'good' or 'right'.

'올바르다' is strictly moral/correct. '바람직하다' is broader, meaning beneficial or worth doing.

올바른 답을 찾는 것과 바람직한 태도를 갖는 것은 다르다.

바람직하다 vs 적절하다

Both mean 'appropriate'.

'적절하다' means fitting the context. '바람직하다' means having inherent value or merit.

적절한 옷을 입는 것과 바람직한 삶을 사는 것.

바람직하다 vs 마땅하다

Both mean 'right'.

'마땅하다' means 'only natural' or 'deserved'. '바람직하다' means 'desirable' or 'hoped for'.

칭찬받는 것이 마땅하지만, 그것이 항상 바람직한 것은 아니다.

바람직하다 vs 유익하다

Both mean 'beneficial'.

'유익하다' means 'useful' or 'helpful'. '바람직하다' means 'ideal' or 'worthwhile'.

이 책은 유익하고, 이런 독서 습관은 바람직하다.

वाक्य संरचनाएँ

A1

[Action]-는 것이 바람직해요.

일찍 자는 것이 바람직해요.

A2

바람직한 [Noun]입니다.

바람직한 습관입니다.

B1

[Action]-는 것은 건강/사회에 바람직합니다.

운동하는 것은 건강에 바람직합니다.

B2

[Noun]은/는 바람직한 현상이라고 봅니다.

환경 보호는 바람직한 현상이라고 봅니다.

C1

무엇보다 [Action]-는 것이 가장 바람직한 해법이다.

무엇보다 대화하는 것이 가장 바람직한 해법이다.

C2

[Abstract Concept]에 대한 바람직한 지향점을 모색해야 한다.

미래 교육에 대한 바람직한 지향점을 모색해야 한다.

B1

바람직하지 못한 [Noun]이/가 늘고 있다.

바람직하지 못한 행동이 늘고 있다.

B2

어떻게 하는 것이 바람직할지 논의해 봅시다.

어떻게 하는 것이 바람직할지 논의해 봅시다.

शब्द परिवार

संज्ञा

바람 (wish/hope)
바람직함 (desirability)

क्रिया

바라다 (to wish/hope)

विशेषण

바람직하다 (desirable)

संबंधित

원하다
소망하다
기대하다
희망하다
이상적이다

इसे कैसे इस्तेमाल करें

frequency

High (in formal/academic/media contexts)

सामान्य गलतियाँ
  • 피자가 바람직해요. 피자가 맛있어요.

    Don't use '바람직하다' for personal tastes like food.

  • 나는 성공하기를 바람직해. 나는 성공하기를 바라.

    Confusing the adjective '바람직하다' with the verb '바라다' (to wish).

  • 바람직한을 태도 바람직한 태도

    Incorrectly adding particles between the modifier and the noun.

  • 이것은 바람직한이다. 이것은 바람직하다.

    Using the modifier form as a sentence ending.

  • 바람직하게 사람 바람직한 사람

    Using the adverbial form '-게' instead of the adjective modifier '-ㄴ'.

सुझाव

Modifier Form

Always remember that the modifier form is '바람직한'. Use it before nouns like 태도 (attitude) or 습관 (habit).

Giving Advice

Using '바람직하다' makes your advice sound like it's coming from a place of logic rather than personal bossiness.

Essay Power

In essays, use '바람직한 방향을 제시하다' (to suggest a desirable direction) to show off your vocabulary.

Negative Usage

'바람직하지 않다' is a very polite way to say something is wrong or bad in a professional setting.

News Keywords

When you hear this word on the news, it's a signal that an expert is giving a recommendation.

Confucian Roots

Understand that this word is linked to doing what is 'right' for your role in society.

Wish + Worthy

Think: 'Baram' (Wish) + 'Jik' (Worthy). Something worthy of a wish is desirable.

Formal Situations

Save this word for presentations, essays, and formal meetings to sound well-educated.

Daily Reflection

At the end of the day, ask yourself: '오늘 내 행동은 바람직했나?' (Was my behavior today desirable?)

Objective vs Subjective

Remember: '좋다' is what I like; '바람직하다' is what *should* be.

याद करें

स्मृति सहायक

Think of 'Baram' (Wind/Wish). A 'desirable' wind (바람) brings you to the right place (-직하다).

दृश्य संबंध

Imagine a compass pointing to a green, sunny valley. That valley is the '바람직한' destination.

Word Web

바라다 바람 바람직하다 바람직한 태도 바람직한 사회 바람직한 결과 바람직하지 않다 바람직하게

चैलेंज

Try to find one thing you did today that was '바람직하다' and write it in a sentence using '-는 것이 바람직하다'.

शब्द की उत्पत्ति

Derived from the Middle Korean verb '바라다' (to hope/expect). The noun form '바람' (wish) was combined with the suffix '-직하다'.

मूल अर्थ: Worthy of being wished for; likely to be what one hopes for.

Koreanic (Native Korean root).

सांस्कृतिक संदर्भ

It is a very positive word, but using it too much can make you sound 'kkondae' (preachy or like an old-fashioned person) if used in casual peer settings.

Translates to 'desirable,' but often functions like 'advisable' or 'commendable' in English.

Commonly found in 'Ethics' (도덕) textbooks in Korea. Used in presidential speeches to describe national goals. Often used in the titles of educational programs for parents.

असल ज़िंदगी में अभ्यास करें

वास्तविक संदर्भ

Education

  • 바람직한 학습 습관
  • 바람직한 교우 관계
  • 바람직한 인성
  • 바람직한 교육

Health

  • 바람직한 식습관
  • 바람직한 운동법
  • 바람직한 수면 시간
  • 건강에 바람직하다

Workplace

  • 바람직한 직장 문화
  • 바람직한 업무 태도
  • 바람직한 의사소통
  • 바람직한 리더십

Social Issues

  • 바람직한 사회 변화
  • 바람직한 정책 방향
  • 바람직한 시민 의식
  • 바람직한 대안

Personal Growth

  • 바람직한 가치관
  • 바람직한 삶의 자세
  • 바람직한 목표 설정
  • 바람직한 반성

बातचीत की शुरुआत

"학생들에게 가장 바람직한 공부 방법은 무엇이라고 생각하세요?"

"요즘 사회에서 가장 바람직한 변화는 무엇인가요?"

"건강을 위해 우리가 실천해야 할 바람직한 습관은 무엇일까요?"

"직장에서 바람직한 리더십이란 어떤 것인가요?"

"아이들에게 바람직한 가치관을 어떻게 가르칠 수 있을까요?"

डायरी विषय

오늘 내가 한 행동 중 가장 바람직했던 일은 무엇인가요? (20+ words)

내가 생각하는 바람직한 사회의 모습에 대해 서술하세요. (20+ words)

미래의 나를 위해 지금 가져야 할 바람직한 습관은 무엇인가요? (20+ words)

최근 뉴스에서 본 현상 중 바람직하지 않다고 생각한 것은 무엇인가요? (20+ words)

성공적인 인생을 위해 가장 바람직한 자세는 무엇이라고 생각하나요? (20+ words)

अक्सर पूछे जाने वाले सवाल

10 सवाल

Usually, no. It sounds too formal. Use '맛있어요' (delicious) or '좋아요' (good). Only use '바람직하다' if you are a nutritionist talking about 'desirable dietary habits' (바람직한 식습관).

'바람직한' means 'desirable' (objective). '바라는' means 'that I wish for' (subjective). For example, '내가 바라는 선물' (The gift I want) vs. '바람직한 선물' (A desirable/appropriate gift for the occasion).

Yes, but mostly when giving serious advice or discussing work/school. It's not common in casual chit-chat with friends.

Use '바람직하지 않아요' or the more formal '바람직하지 않습니다'.

Yes, but usually to describe their role or behavior, like '바람직한 리더' (a desirable leader) or '바람직한 학생' (a desirable student).

It is an adjective (descriptive verb). It describes a state or quality.

No, it comes from 'wish' (바람). Both are spelled the same but have different roots.

Use it when you want to sound more professional, objective, or when you are talking about an 'ideal' standard.

Yes, '바람직했다' means 'was desirable.' For example, '그의 대응은 바람직했다' (His response was desirable/commendable).

Yes, very frequently in the reading and writing sections of TOPIK II.

खुद को परखो 200 सवाल

writing

'It is desirable to study hard.'를 한국어로 쓰세요.

Well written! Good try! Check the sample answer below.

सही! बिलकुल नहीं। सही जवाब:
writing

'An honest attitude is desirable.'을 한국어로 쓰세요.

Well written! Good try! Check the sample answer below.

सही! बिलकुल नहीं। सही जवाब:
writing

'This is not a desirable phenomenon.'을 한국어로 쓰세요.

Well written! Good try! Check the sample answer below.

सही! बिलकुल नहीं। सही जवाब:
writing

'We need a desirable solution.'을 한국어로 쓰세요.

Well written! Good try! Check the sample answer below.

सही! बिलकुल नहीं। सही जवाब:
writing

'Helping others is a desirable thing.'을 한국어로 쓰세요.

Well written! Good try! Check the sample answer below.

सही! बिलकुल नहीं। सही जवाब:
writing

'Is it desirable to wake up early?'를 한국어로 쓰세요.

Well written! Good try! Check the sample answer below.

सही! बिलकुल नहीं। सही जवाब:
writing

'His response was desirable.'을 한국어로 쓰세요.

Well written! Good try! Check the sample answer below.

सही! बिलकुल नहीं। सही जवाब:
writing

'It is desirable for health.'를 한국어로 쓰세요.

Well written! Good try! Check the sample answer below.

सही! बिलकुल नहीं। सही जवाब:
writing

'A society that respects diversity is desirable.'을 한국어로 쓰세요.

Well written! Good try! Check the sample answer below.

सही! बिलकुल नहीं। सही जवाब:
writing

'It is desirable to have a mature mindset.'을 한국어로 쓰세요.

Well written! Good try! Check the sample answer below.

सही! बिलकुल नहीं। सही जवाब:
writing

'Excessive stress is not desirable.'을 한국어로 쓰세요.

Well written! Good try! Check the sample answer below.

सही! बिलकुल नहीं। सही जवाब:
writing

'A desirable leader listens to people.'을 한국어로 쓰세요.

Well written! Good try! Check the sample answer below.

सही! बिलकुल नहीं। सही जवाब:
writing

'It is desirable to solve conflicts through dialogue.'를 한국어로 쓰세요.

Well written! Good try! Check the sample answer below.

सही! बिलकुल नहीं। सही जवाब:
writing

'Cultivating reading habits is desirable.'을 한국어로 쓰세요.

Well written! Good try! Check the sample answer below.

सही! बिलकुल नहीं। सही जवाब:
writing

'We are looking for a desirable direction.'을 한국어로 쓰세요.

Well written! Good try! Check the sample answer below.

सही! बिलकुल नहीं। सही जवाब:
writing

'It is desirable to keep promises.'를 한국어로 쓰세요.

Well written! Good try! Check the sample answer below.

सही! बिलकुल नहीं। सही जवाब:
writing

'His behavior was not desirable.'을 한국어로 쓰세요.

Well written! Good try! Check the sample answer below.

सही! बिलकुल नहीं। सही जवाब:
writing

'A desirable future awaits us.'를 한국어로 쓰세요.

Well written! Good try! Check the sample answer below.

सही! बिलकुल नहीं। सही जवाब:
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'It is desirable to save energy.'를 한국어로 쓰세요.

Well written! Good try! Check the sample answer below.

सही! बिलकुल नहीं। सही जवाब:
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'What is the desirable role of a parent?'를 한국어로 쓰세요.

Well written! Good try! Check the sample answer below.

सही! बिलकुल नहीं। सही जवाब:
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당신이 생각하는 바람직한 습관 하나를 말해보세요.

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सही! बिलकुल नहीं। सही जवाब:
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바람직한 리더란 어떤 사람입니까?

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바람직한 사회를 만들기 위해 우리가 해야 할 일은?

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최근 본 뉴스 중 바람직하다고 생각한 소식은?

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왜 공부를 열심히 하는 것이 바람직한가요?

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바람직한 친구 관계란 무엇인가요?

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에너지 절약이 왜 바람직한 행동인가요?

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바람직한 식습관을 어떻게 가질 수 있나요?

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바람직하지 못한 행동을 본 적이 있나요?

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바람직한 미래를 위해 지금 무엇을 해야 합니까?

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सही! बिलकुल नहीं। सही जवाब:
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전통을 지키는 것이 왜 바람직합니까?

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바람직한 교육은 어떤 모습이어야 하나요?

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솔직한 태도가 왜 바람직한가요?

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바람직한 경제 성장이란 무엇입니까?

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실수를 인정하는 것이 왜 바람직합니까?

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바람직한 인터넷 문화는 무엇인가요?

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성숙한 시민 의식이란 무엇을 의미하나요?

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바람직한 삶의 목표는 무엇입니까?

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갈등 해결의 바람직한 방법은?

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바람직한 부모의 역할에 대해 말해보세요.

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대화: '민수야, 쓰레기는 쓰레기통에 버려야지.' '네, 알겠어요.' 질문: 쓰레기를 쓰레기통에 버리는 것은 어떤가요?

सही! बिलकुल नहीं। सही जवाब:
सही! बिलकुल नहीं। सही जवाब:
listening

뉴스: '정부는 이번 정책이 서민 경제에 바람직한 영향을 줄 것으로 기대하고 있습니다.' 질문: 정책의 영향은 어떨 것으로 보입니까?

सही! बिलकुल नहीं। सही जवाब:
सही! बिलकुल नहीं। सही जवाब:
listening

강연: '학생들에게 질문을 권장하는 문화는 지적 성장에 매우 바람직합니다.' 질문: 무엇이 지적 성장에 바람직합니까?

सही! बिलकुल नहीं। सही जवाब:
सही! बिलकुल नहीं। सही जवाब:
listening

대화: '요즘 아이들이 스마트폰만 봐서 걱정이에요.' '맞아요. 밖에서 노는 게 더 바람직할 텐데요.' 질문: 두 사람은 무엇이 더 좋다고 생각합니까?

सही! बिलकुल नहीं। सही जवाब:
सही! बिलकुल नहीं। सही जवाब:
listening

발표: '기업의 투명한 경영은 사회적으로 바람직한 가치를 창출합니다.' 질문: 기업의 투명한 경영은 무엇을 만듭니까?

सही! बिलकुल नहीं। सही जवाब:
सही! बिलकुल नहीं। सही जवाब:
listening

대화: '거짓말을 해서 상황을 모면하는 건 좋지 않아.' '네, 정직한 게 바람직한 거겠죠?' 질문: 어떤 태도가 바람직합니까?

सही! बिलकुल नहीं। सही जवाब:
सही! बिलकुल नहीं। सही जवाब:
listening

인터뷰: '우리는 환경을 위해 바람직한 대안을 찾고 있습니다.' 질문: 무엇을 찾고 있습니까?

सही! बिलकुल नहीं। सही जवाब:
सही! बिलकुल नहीं। सही जवाब:
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라디오: '서로를 배려하는 마음이 바람직한 세상을 만듭니다.' 질문: 무엇이 바람직한 세상을 만듭니까?

सही! बिलकुल नहीं। सही जवाब:
सही! बिलकुल नहीं। सही जवाब:
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대화: '운동을 너무 안 하는 건 바람직하지 않아요.' '네, 오늘부터 시작할게요.' 질문: 운동을 안 하는 것은 어떤가요?

सही! बिलकुल नहीं। सही जवाब:
सही! बिलकुल नहीं। सही जवाब:
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강의: '역사를 잊지 않는 민족이 바람직한 미래를 설계할 수 있습니다.' 질문: 어떤 민족이 바람직한 미래를 설계합니까?

सही! बिलकुल नहीं। सही जवाब:
सही! बिलकुल नहीं। सही जवाब:
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뉴스: '이번 합의는 양국 관계 개선에 바람직한 신호입니다.' 질문: 이번 합의는 어떤 의미인가요?

सही! बिलकुल नहीं। सही जवाब:
सही! बिलकुल नहीं। सही जवाब:
listening

대화: '채소를 골고루 먹어야지.' '네, 그게 바람직한 식습관이죠?' 질문: 바람직한 식습관은?

सही! बिलकुल नहीं। सही जवाब:
सही! बिलकुल नहीं। सही जवाब:
listening

발표: '다양한 의견을 수렴하는 것이 바람직한 의사 결정 방식입니다.' 질문: 바람직한 의사 결정 방식은?

सही! बिलकुल नहीं। सही जवाब:
सही! बिलकुल नहीं। सही जवाब:
listening

대화: '실수를 인정하는 건 용기 있는 행동이야.' '맞아, 참 바람직한 자세인 것 같아.' 질문: 실수를 인정하는 것은 어떤가요?

सही! बिलकुल नहीं। सही जवाब:
सही! बिलकुल नहीं। सही जवाब:
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강연: '지속 가능한 소비는 지구를 위해 절대적으로 바람직합니다.' 질문: 지구를 위해 무엇이 바람직합니까?

सही! बिलकुल नहीं। सही जवाब:
सही! बिलकुल नहीं। सही जवाब:

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यह शब्द अन्य भाषाओं में

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주 5일제

A2

"जू ओ-इल जे" (ju o-il je) कोरिया में मानक कार्य प्रणाली है जहाँ लोग सप्ताह में पांच दिन काम करते हैं, आमतौर पर सोमवार से शुक्रवार तक, और सप्ताहांत (शनिवार और रविवार) को छुट्टी होती है।

결근

A2

काम से अनुपस्थिति; काम पर मौजूद न होना। '결근' शब्द का अर्थ है काम से अनुपस्थिति। इसका उपयोग तब किया जाता है जब कोई कर्मचारी अपने काम पर नहीं आता है।

결근하다

A2

काम से अनुपस्थित रहना। उदाहरण: 'बीमारी के कारण वह आज काम पर नहीं आया।'

추상적이다

A2

अमूर्त होना। यह उन विचारों या अवधारणाओं को संदर्भित करता है जिनका कोई भौतिक रूप नहीं होता।

출입증

A2

आईडी कार्ड, एक्सेस कार्ड। एक पहचान पत्र या एक्सेस कार्ड जो किसी विशिष्ट स्थान तक पहुँच की अनुमति देता है। यह एक विशेष कार्ड है, जैसे कि आईडी कार्ड, जिसे आपको किसी इमारत या क्षेत्र में प्रवेश करने या बाहर निकलने के लिए दिखाना होगा।

회계

B1

लेखांकन (Accounting) वित्तीय लेनदेन का व्यवस्थित रिकॉर्डिंग और रिपोर्टिंग है।

경리

A2

आय और व्यय जैसी कंपनी की वित्तीय जानकारी का प्रबंधन और रिकॉर्डिंग। यह शब्द लेखा या बहीखाता पद्धति को संदर्भित करता है।

업적

B1

एक महत्वपूर्ण उपलब्धि या कार्य, जिसे अक्सर इतिहास, विज्ञान या करियर के क्षेत्र में महत्वपूर्ण योगदान के लिए उपयोग किया जाता है।

적극적이다

A2

सक्रिय या सक्रिय होना। इसका अर्थ है पहल करना और उत्साहपूर्वक भाग लेना।

적극적으로

B1

सक्रिय, सक्रिय या उत्साही तरीके से। उदाहरण के लिए: 'वह चर्चा में सक्रिय रूप से भाग लेता है।'

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