추론하다
추론하다 30 सेकंड में
- 추론하다 means to infer or deduce logically using clues, facts, or evidence to reach a conclusion.
- It is a formal B2-level verb used in academic, legal, and professional contexts rather than casual ones.
- The word combines 'push' and 'theory', literally pushing your thoughts from known facts to new conclusions.
- Commonly paired with phrases like '~을 바탕으로' (based on) or '~을 통해' (through) to indicate evidence.
The Korean verb 추론하다 (churon-hada) is a sophisticated term that translates to 'to infer,' 'to deduce,' or 'to reason.' It is composed of two Hanja (Chinese characters): 추 (推), meaning 'to push' or 'to extend,' and 론 (論), meaning 'to discuss' or 'theory.' Together, they describe the mental process of 'pushing' known facts forward to arrive at a new discussion or conclusion. Unlike simple guessing, 추론하다 implies a logical, systematic, and evidence-based approach to understanding something that is not explicitly stated.
- Formal Logic
- In academic and scientific contexts, this word is used to describe the act of deriving conclusions from premises. Whether it is inductive reasoning (귀납적 추론) or deductive reasoning (연역적 추론), this verb is the standard term for these intellectual operations.
데이터를 바탕으로 향후 소비 패턴을 추론하다.
In daily life, you might use 추론하다 when discussing complex situations where you have to 'read between the lines.' For example, if a friend is acting distant, you might examine their recent messages and behavior to infer the cause of their stress. However, because the word carries a somewhat formal and academic weight, it is more commonly found in news reports, detective novels, psychological analyses, and legal proceedings. When a detective looks at a crime scene, they are not just guessing; they are performing a 추론 (inference) based on the physical evidence left behind.
- Investigation & Law
- Lawyers and prosecutors use this term to describe how they reach a verdict or charge based on circumstantial evidence. It suggests a high degree of certainty backed by logical steps.
그의 말투에서 화가 났음을 추론할 수 있었다.
Culturally, Koreans value 'nunchi' (the ability to read the room), but 추론하다 is the more analytical sibling of nunchi. While nunchi is intuitive and immediate, 추론 is a deliberate cognitive effort. In the Korean education system, especially in the CSAT (Suneung) exams, students are often asked to '추론' the author's intent or the main theme of a passage. This makes the word very familiar to students and professionals who engage in critical thinking exercises regularly.
- Scientific Method
- Scientists '추론' theories from experimental results. It describes the bridge between raw data and meaningful scientific conclusions.
화석을 통해 고대 생물의 생활 방식을 추론하다.
문맥을 통해 단어의 의미를 추론하는 연습이 필요하다.
Understanding 추론하다 is essential for reaching the B2 level in Korean because it marks the transition from basic communication to discussing abstract concepts and logical processes. It is a key verb for anyone looking to read Korean news, academic papers, or high-level literature where the plot relies on deduction and evidence.
Using 추론하다 correctly involves understanding its grammatical pairings and the specific contexts where it outshines its synonyms. Since it is a '하다' verb derived from a noun (추론), it follows standard conjugation patterns but is almost always preceded by a noun phrase indicating the 'basis' of the inference, often marked by particles like ~을/를 바탕으로 (based on) or ~에서 (from).
- Common Grammatical Structure
- [Basis] + [을/를 바탕으로 / 을/를 통해] + [Conclusion] + [을/를] + 추론하다.
증거물을 바탕으로 범인의 위치를 추론했습니다.
One of the most frequent uses of 추론하다 is in the passive or potential form ~라고 추론되다 (to be inferred as) or 추론할 수 있다 (can infer). This shifts the focus from the person doing the thinking to the logical possibility of the conclusion itself. This is very common in research papers where the author wants to sound objective and cautious.
- Objective Reasoning
- When you want to state a conclusion that seems logically inevitable, use '추론할 수밖에 없다' (cannot help but infer).
이 결과는 실험이 실패했음을 추론하게 합니다.
In conversational Korean, you might use the noun form 추론 combined with verbs like 이끌어내다 (to draw out). For example, '합리적인 추론을 이끌어내다' means 'to draw a rational inference.' This adds a layer of sophistication to your speech, showing that you are thinking critically rather than just reacting emotionally.
- Social Contexts
- When interpreting someone's hidden motives: '그의 행동에서 숨은 의도를 추론하기란 쉽지 않다' (It is not easy to infer the hidden intention from his behavior).
우리는 앞뒤 상황을 보고 결론을 추론해야 합니다.
그가 거짓말을 하고 있다는 것을 추론할 근거가 충분하다.
Mastering the sentence patterns of 추론하다 allows you to participate in debates, write essays, and explain your reasoning in professional meetings. It is a bridge between the 'what' and the 'why' in the Korean language.
While 추론하다 might seem like a word strictly for textbooks, it appears in various real-world scenarios in Korea. From the dramatic twists of a K-Drama mystery to the analytical discussions on a news panel, this word is a staple for anyone dissecting information.
- 1. Detective and Legal Dramas
- In shows like 'Signal' or 'Stranger (Secret Forest),' you will constantly hear detectives and prosecutors '추론' the next move of a criminal or the hidden truth of a cold case. It emphasizes their intelligence and methodical nature.
"이 증거만으로는 범행 동기를 추론하기 부족합니다."
You will also encounter this word frequently in the news, especially during economic or political segments. Analysts use 추론하다 to predict market trends or the outcome of an election based on current polling data. It lends an air of professional authority to their predictions.
- 2. News and Economic Reports
- Economic experts '추론' the impact of interest rate changes on the housing market. Using this word suggests that their prediction is not a mere guess but a result of rigorous data analysis.
전문가들은 이번 분기 성장이 둔화될 것으로 추론하고 있습니다.
In the classroom or in educational YouTube videos, teachers often use 추론하다 to guide students through reading comprehension. Since the Korean CSAT (Suneung) is famous for its high-level logic questions, '추론 능력' (inference ability) is a buzzword in the Korean education industry.
- 3. Education and Test Prep
- Students are taught to '추론' the meaning of unknown words by looking at the surrounding sentences. It's a key strategy for language learning and standardized testing.
지문에 제시된 정보를 바탕으로 정답을 추론해 보세요.
그의 침묵에서 긍정의 의미를 추론하는 것은 위험합니다.
Finally, you might hear this in business meetings. When a manager says, "우리는 이 데이터를 통해 고객의 니즈를 추론해야 합니다" (We need to infer the customer's needs through this data), they are asking for a deep dive into the 'why' behind consumer behavior, moving beyond simple statistics.
While 추론하다 is a powerful word, learners often trip up by using it in contexts that are too casual or by confusing it with similar-sounding words. Understanding these nuances is crucial for sounding natural and precise.
- Mistake 1: Over-Formalizing Casual Guesses
- Using '추론하다' when you're just guessing what someone wants for dinner sounds unnaturally stiff. In casual settings, '추측하다' (to guess) or '생각하다' (to think) is much more appropriate. Use '추론하다' only when there is a clear logical path.
❌ 오늘 점심 뭐 먹을지 추론해 봐.
✅ 오늘 점심 뭐 먹을지 맞혀 봐. (Guess/Hit the mark)
Another common error is confusing 추론하다 with 추측하다 (to speculate/guess) and 예상하다 (to predict/expect). While they all deal with the unknown, the basis and certainty differ. 추측 is often based on intuition or incomplete info; 예상 is about future events; 추론 is about logical deduction from existing facts.
- Mistake 2: Confusing with '유추하다' (to infer by analogy)
- '유추하다' (Analogy) is a specific type of inference where you compare two similar things. '추론하다' is the broader umbrella term. Using '유추하다' when you mean general deduction can be confusing.
과거의 사례를 통해 현재의 상황을 유추하다.
Learners also sometimes forget the correct particle to use with the 'source' of the inference. While English says 'infer from,' Korean often uses ~에서, ~로부터, or ~을/를 통해. Using the wrong particle can make the sentence feel disjointed.
- Mistake 3: Misusing the Noun Form '추론'
- Sometimes learners use '추론' when they actually mean '결론' (conclusion). Remember: 추론 is the *process* of reasoning, while 결론 is the *result*.
❌ 나의 추론은 그가 범인이라는 것이다.
✅ 나의 결론은 그가 범인이라는 것이다.
논리적인 비약 없이 추론하는 것이 중요하다.
By avoiding these common pitfalls, you will use 추론하다 with the precision of a native speaker, showing that you understand both the logic and the linguistic weight of the word.
Korean has a rich vocabulary for mental processes. Depending on the level of evidence and the context, you might want to swap 추론하다 for one of its cousins. Here is a breakdown of the most common alternatives.
- 1. 추측하다 (To Guess/Speculate)
- This is the most common casual alternative. It implies you don't have all the facts but are making an educated guess. It's less 'scientific' than 추론하다.
그가 왜 늦었는지 추측해 보세요.
Another nuance is 짐작하다. This often refers to 'sensing' or 'having an inkling' about someone's feelings or a situation. It is more intuitive and less structured than a formal inference.
- 2. 짐작하다 (To Have a Hunch/Conjecture)
- Used when you can 'feel' the answer based on experience or observation without needing a logical proof. '어느 정도 짐작은 했어' (I had some idea/hunch).
결과가 어떨지 대충 짐작이 간다.
For academic and highly technical settings, 도출하다 (to derive) is often used alongside 추론하다. While 추론 is the thinking process, 도출 focuses on the act of bringing the final result out into the open.
- 3. 도출하다 (To Derive/Draw Out)
- Often used with '결론' (conclusion). It means to systematically pull a result from a set of data or arguments. '결론을 도출하다' (to draw a conclusion).
연구를 통해 새로운 해결책을 도출했다.
증상으로 보아 독감이라고 단정하기는 이르다.
Finally, 단정하다 (to conclude/conclusively decide) is the opposite of inference in terms of flexibility. While inference is an open-ended process of finding truth, 단정 is closing the case definitively. Knowing when to '추론' and when to '단정' is a sign of high-level Korean proficiency.
How Formal Is It?
रोचक तथ्य
The character '추' (推) is the same one used in '추천' (recommendation - pushing someone forward) and '추진' (propulsion - pushing forward). In '추론', it represents pushing your mind from a known point to an unknown one.
उच्चारण मार्गदर्शिका
- Pronouncing '추' as '주' (unvoiced). It must be aspirated.
- Pronouncing '론' as '논'. Ensure the 'r' flap is clear.
- Over-emphasizing the 'h' in 'hada'. In fast speech, it often blends into '추론아다'.
कठिनाई स्तर
Common in news and exams, but requires understanding of logical flow.
Requires correct particle usage (~을 바탕으로) to sound natural.
Not commonly used in casual speech; sounds a bit stiff.
Often heard in formal broadcasts or documentaries.
आगे क्या सीखें
पूर्वापेक्षाएँ
आगे सीखें
उन्नत
ज़रूरी व्याकरण
~을/를 바탕으로 (Based on)
사실을 바탕으로 추론하다.
~음/기를 통해 (Through doing/something)
관찰을 통해 결과를 추론하다.
~ㄴ/는다는 점에서 (In the sense that...)
그가 늦었다는 점에서 바쁘다는 것을 추론했다.
~라고 추론되다 (Passive: To be inferred as)
그는 무죄라고 추론된다.
~ㄹ 수밖에 없다 (Cannot help but)
그렇게 추론할 수밖에 없다.
स्तर के अनुसार उदाहरण
그림을 보고 날씨를 추론해요.
Look at the picture and infer the weather.
Basic ~해요 polite ending.
누가 왔는지 추론해 보세요.
Try to infer who came.
~어 보세요 (Try doing something).
가방을 보고 주인을 추론해요.
Look at the bag and infer the owner.
Object marker ~을/를.
소리를 듣고 무엇인지 추론해요.
Listen to the sound and infer what it is.
~고 (and/then) connecting clauses.
옷을 보고 계절을 추론해요.
Look at the clothes and infer the season.
Noun + 을/를 + verb.
표정을 보고 기분을 추론해요.
Look at the expression and infer the mood.
Connecting two nouns with 'and' implied.
냄새로 음식을 추론해요.
Infer the food by the smell.
Particle ~로 (by means of).
불빛으로 길을 추론해요.
Infer the path by the lights.
Simple present tense.
그의 옷차림에서 직업을 추론할 수 있어요.
You can infer his job from his attire.
~ㄹ 수 있어요 (Can do).
친구의 목소리에서 슬픔을 추론했어요.
I inferred sadness from my friend's voice.
Past tense ~었어요.
책의 제목으로 내용을 추론해 봐요.
Let's try to infer the content by the book's title.
~해 봐요 (Let's try).
하늘의 구름을 보고 비가 올 것을 추론해요.
Looking at the clouds in the sky, I infer it will rain.
Future noun phrase ~을 것.
발자국을 따라가며 범인을 추론해요.
Infer the culprit while following the footprints.
~으며 (While doing).
빈 접시를 보고 배가 고팠음을 추론해요.
Looking at the empty plate, I infer they were hungry.
Past nominalized form ~었음을.
지도를 보고 보물의 위치를 추론해요.
Look at the map and infer the location of the treasure.
Standard SOV structure.
불 꺼진 창문을 보고 아무도 없음을 추론해요.
Looking at the dark windows, I infer no one is home.
Nominalized 'absence' 없음을.
문맥을 통해 모르는 단어의 뜻을 추론해 보세요.
Try to infer the meaning of unknown words through the context.
~을 통해 (Through/Via).
상황을 종합해 볼 때, 그가 범인이라고 추론됩니다.
Considering the overall situation, it is inferred that he is the culprit.
Passive form ~추론됩니다.
어린이의 행동을 관찰하여 심리 상태를 추론합니다.
Observe a child's behavior to infer their psychological state.
~하여 (By doing/And then).
과거 데이터를 바탕으로 내년 매출을 추론하고 있어요.
We are inferring next year's sales based on past data.
~고 있어요 (Progressive).
작가의 의도를 추론하는 것이 이 문제의 핵심입니다.
Inferring the author's intent is the key to this problem.
Gerund form ~하는 것.
말투가 차가운 것을 보니 화가 났다고 추론할 수밖에 없네요.
Seeing his cold tone, I cannot help but infer he is angry.
~ㄹ 수밖에 없다 (Cannot help but).
별의 위치를 보고 계절의 변화를 추론했습니다.
I inferred the change of seasons by looking at the positions of the stars.
Formal past tense ~었습니다.
그녀의 미소에서 승낙의 의미를 추론해도 될까요?
May I infer a meaning of consent from her smile?
~어도 될까요? (May I?).
논리적인 근거 없이 사실을 추론하는 것은 위험합니다.
It is dangerous to infer facts without logical grounds.
~는 것은 ~입니다 (Subject-predicate structure).
화석의 구조를 분석하여 멸종 원인을 추론해 냈습니다.
By analyzing the structure of the fossils, they managed to infer the cause of extinction.
~해 내다 (To manage to do).
이 가설이 맞다면, 우리는 다음과 같은 결론을 추론할 수 있습니다.
If this hypothesis is correct, we can infer the following conclusion.
~면 (If/When).
상대방의 비언어적 표현을 통해 진심을 추론하는 능력이 필요하다.
The ability to infer sincerity through the other person's non-verbal expressions is necessary.
Noun-modifying form ~하는 (Ability to...).
정황상 그가 사건에 연루되었음을 충분히 추론할 수 있다.
Given the circumstances, it can be fully inferred that he was involved in the incident.
Adverbial '정황상' (Circumstantially).
이 실험 결과는 기존 이론의 오류를 추론하게 하는 결정적 증거다.
This experimental result is decisive evidence that allows us to infer errors in existing theories.
~게 하다 (Causative).
통계 자료를 면밀히 검토하여 시장의 흐름을 추론하십시오.
Infer the flow of the market by closely reviewing the statistical data.
~하십시오 (Formal imperative).
그의 행동이 모순적이라는 점에서 숨은 의도가 있음을 추론했다.
In that his actions are contradictory, I inferred that there is a hidden intention.
~는 점에서 (In the sense that...).
귀납적 방법으로 개별 사실들로부터 보편적 법칙을 추론해 나갔다.
Using the inductive method, they proceeded to infer universal laws from individual facts.
~해 나가다 (To keep doing/Proceed with).
판결문은 피고인의 진술이 일관되지 않음을 근거로 유죄를 추론하고 있다.
The written judgment is inferring guilt based on the inconsistency of the defendant's statement.
~고 있다 (Current state/action).
철학적 사유를 통해 존재의 본질을 추론하는 과정은 고통스럽다.
The process of inferring the essence of existence through philosophical thought is painful.
Adjective ending ~다.
언어의 구조적 특징을 분석함으로써 화자의 사회적 배경을 추론할 수 있다.
By analyzing the structural characteristics of language, one can infer the speaker's social background.
~함으로써 (By doing/Through).
이 데이터는 기후 변화가 인류에게 미칠 영향을 추론하는 데 필수적이다.
This data is essential for inferring the impact that climate change will have on humanity.
~하는 데 (In the process of/For doing).
고고학자들은 유물의 배치를 통해 당시의 제례 의식을 추론해 냈다.
Archaeologists managed to infer the ritual ceremonies of the time through the arrangement of artifacts.
Honorific/Formal subject marker ~께서는/들께서는 (implied context).
상대성 이론으로부터 블랙홀의 존재를 수학적으로 추론하는 것이 가능해졌다.
It has become possible to mathematically infer the existence of black holes from the theory of relativity.
~해졌다 (Become/Turned into).
제시된 전제들이 참이라면, 결론 또한 참임을 필연적으로 추론할 수 있다.
If the presented premises are true, the conclusion can also be necessarily inferred to be true.
Adverb '필연적으로' (Necessarily).
인공지능의 딥러닝 알고리즘은 방대한 데이터 속에서 패턴을 추론해 낸다.
AI deep learning algorithms infer patterns within vast amounts of data.
Noun + 속에서 (Inside/Within).
텍스트 이면에 숨겨진 정치적 함의를 추론하는 것은 고도의 비판적 사고를 요한다.
Inferring the political implications hidden behind the text requires a high degree of critical thinking.
~을 요한다 (Requires).
우주 배경 복사를 분석하여 우주의 탄생 기원을 추론하는 연구가 진행 중이다.
Research is underway to infer the origin of the universe's birth by analyzing cosmic background radiation.
Noun + 중이다 (In the middle of).
현대 물리학은 관측 불가능한 차원의 존재를 수학적 모델링을 통해 추론하고 있다.
Modern physics is inferring the existence of unobservable dimensions through mathematical modeling.
Adjective modifier '관측 불가능한'.
작가의 후기 작품들에서 죽음에 대한 그의 성찰을 추론하는 것은 타당해 보인다.
It seems valid to infer his reflections on death from the author's later works.
~해 보인다 (Looks/Seems like).
뇌 신호의 미세한 변화를 포착하여 피험자의 의도를 추론하는 기술이 개발되었다.
A technology has been developed to infer the subject's intention by capturing minute changes in brain signals.
Passive past tense ~되었다.
사료의 공백을 메우기 위해 당시의 사회 구조를 다각도로 추론할 필요가 있다.
To fill the gaps in historical records, it is necessary to infer the social structure of the time from various angles.
~기 위해 (In order to).
논리학에서 타당한 추론이란 전제가 결론의 참을 보장하는 구조를 의미한다.
In logic, a valid inference refers to a structure where the premise guarantees the truth of the conclusion.
Definition pattern ~이란 ~을 의미한다.
सामान्य शब्द संयोजन
सामान्य वाक्यांश
— The ability to infer or reason. Often used in educational contexts.
이 시험은 학생의 추론 능력을 평가합니다.
— The process of inference. Refers to the steps taken to reach a conclusion.
당신의 추론 과정에 오류가 있습니다.
— Logical inference. Reasoning that follows the rules of logic.
논리적 추론은 과학의 기초입니다.
— The basis or grounds for an inference.
그러한 추론의 근거가 무엇입니까?
— Statistical inference. Using statistics to make conclusions about a population.
통계적 추론을 통해 시장을 분석한다.
— Inferential thinking. A style of thinking focused on deduction.
추론적 사고는 문제 해결에 필수적이다.
— To be possible to infer.
이 증거만으로도 추론이 가능합니다.
— A wrong or flawed inference.
잘못된 추론은 오해를 불러일으킨다.
— The result of an inference.
추론 결과는 예상과 달랐습니다.
— To draw or elicit an inference.
토론을 통해 합리적인 추론을 이끌어냈다.
अक्सर इससे भ्रम होता है
추측하다 is a 'guess' (less evidence), while 추론하다 is an 'inference' (more logic/evidence).
유추하다 is specifically inference by analogy (comparing two similar things).
예상하다 is about predicting the future, while 추론하다 is about finding a logical truth (past, present, or future).
मुहावरे और अभिव्यक्तियाँ
— To know ten things by seeing one; to be very quick at inferring the whole from a part.
그는 하나를 보고 열을 아는 영리한 아이다.
Common Idiom— To be quick-witted or good at 'reading the room' (social inference).
눈치가 빠른 사람은 분위기를 금방 추론한다.
Informal— To guess or infer by looking at clues; very close to '추론하다' but more native.
그의 행동으로 미루어 짐작건대 화가 난 게 분명하다.
Neutral— Literally 'It's a video even without watching it'; meaning something is so obvious you can infer exactly what happened.
그가 또 실수했을 거라는 건 안 봐도 비디오다.
Slang/Casual— To grasp the context; to correctly infer the underlying meaning.
그는 문맥을 잘 짚어서 대화의 핵심을 파악했다.
Neutral— To look into someone's heart/mind; to infer their true feelings.
그의 무뚝뚝한 겉모습 속을 들여다보면 따뜻한 사람임을 알 수 있다.
Literary— To read between the lines; to infer the hidden meaning in a text.
비평가는 시의 행간을 읽어 작가의 고뇌를 추론했다.
Academic/Literary— The front and back match; to be logically consistent, allowing for valid inference.
그의 설명은 앞뒤가 맞아서 추론하기 쉽다.
Neutral— Tail bites tail; a series of thoughts or inferences that lead one to another.
추론이 꼬리에 꼬리를 물고 이어졌다.
Common Phrase— To have a place that is 'touched' or 'guessed'; to have a specific clue or hunch.
누가 그랬는지 대충 짚이는 데가 있다.
Informalआसानी से भ्रमित होने वाले
Both mean 'to guess' in a broad sense.
추측 is more subjective and intuitive. 추론 is objective and follows logical steps. If you have no data, you 추측. If you have data, you 추론.
내일 비가 올지 추측해 봐 (Guess). / 기압계를 보고 날씨를 추론해 봐 (Infer).
Both involve reaching a conclusion without being told.
짐작 is often used for human feelings or simple situations. It's more of a 'hunch'. 추론 is scientific or investigative.
그의 기분을 짐작했다 (Hunch). / 그의 알리바이를 추론했다 (Inference).
Both relate to reaching a conclusion.
추론 is the process of thinking. 단정 is the act of deciding something is 100% true, often prematurely or firmly.
범인이라고 추론했다 (Reasoned). / 범인이라고 단정했다 (Concluded/Decided).
Both involve making a mental decision.
판단 is 'to judge' or 'to decide'. 추론 is specifically the 'logical derivation' part of that judgment.
상황을 판단하다 (Judge). / 상황에서 이유를 추론하다 (Infer reason).
Both appear in research papers.
추론 is the mental process. 도출 is the formal act of 'producing' or 'deriving' the final result/conclusion.
결론을 추론하다 (Thinking process). / 결론을 도출하다 (Finalizing the result).
वाक्य संरचनाएँ
A를 보고 B를 추론해요.
날씨를 보고 계절을 추론해요.
A를 통해 B를 추론할 수 있어요.
데이터를 통해 결과를 추론할 수 있어요.
A를 바탕으로 B라고 추론하다.
증거를 바탕으로 그가 범인이라고 추론했다.
A라는 점에서 B를 추론하다.
행동이 이상하다는 점에서 의도를 추론하다.
A로부터 B를 논리적으로 추론해 내다.
전제로부터 결론을 논리적으로 추론해 냈다.
A는 B임을 추론하게 한다.
이 사실은 그가 거짓말쟁이임을 추론하게 한다.
A를 분석함으로써 B를 추론하는 것이 가능하다.
문맥을 분석함으로써 숨은 의미를 추론하는 것이 가능하다.
A에 근거하여 B를 추론함이 타당하다.
사실에 근거하여 결과를 추론함이 타당하다.
शब्द परिवार
संज्ञा
क्रिया
विशेषण
संबंधित
इसे कैसे इस्तेमाल करें
High in written/formal Korean; Medium-Low in casual spoken Korean.
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Using '추론하다' for a wild guess with no evidence.
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추측하다 or 짐작하다.
추론하다 requires a logical basis. If you're just guessing a random number, it's not 추론.
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Using the particle '~을' with the basis instead of '~을 바탕으로'.
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증거를 바탕으로 추론하다 (Correct) vs 증거를 추론하다 (Incorrect - this means to infer the evidence itself).
You infer a 'conclusion' (object), but you do it 'based on' evidence.
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Confusing '추론' with '결론'.
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추론 (Process) / 결론 (Result).
You '추론' to reach a '결론'. They are not the same thing.
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Pronouncing '추론' as '추논'.
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추론 (Chu-ron).
The 'ㄹ' sound should be a flap, not a 'ㄴ' sound.
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Using '추론하다' in a very casual text to a friend.
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생각하다 or 짐작하다.
It sounds too academic for a text like 'I infer you are at home.'
सुझाव
Use the right particle
Always pair '추론하다' with '~을/를 바탕으로' or '~을/를 통해' to clearly state what your evidence is. This makes your logic sound solid.
Detective Mindset
Whenever you encounter a mystery in a Korean text, tell yourself '추론해야 해' (I must infer). This helps you remember the word's active, logical nature.
Don't over-use it
Avoid using '추론하다' for obvious things. If someone says 'I am hungry,' you don't '추론' they want to eat; you just 'know' it. Use it for hidden meanings.
Suneung Strategy
For students, '추론' is the most important skill for high scores. Practice finding the 'hidden' answer that is logically implied but not written.
Sound Professional
In a job interview, if you're asked how you solve problems, use '추론하다' to describe your analytical process. It sounds much more impressive than '생각하다'.
Noun vs. Verb
Sometimes using the noun '추론' (inference) makes a sentence punchier. For example, '합리적인 추론이 필요하다' (A rational inference is needed).
News Keywords
When you hear '추론' on the news, get ready for a prediction or a summary of a report's findings.
Check the Premise
Remember that a '추론' is only as good as its '근거' (basis). If the basis is wrong, the 추론 will be wrong.
Nunchi Connection
Think of '추론' as the formal, 'detective' version of Korean 'nunchi'. Both involve understanding things that aren't said out loud.
Context Clues
When you see an unknown word, don't use a dictionary immediately. Try to '추론' its meaning from the surrounding sentences first.
याद करें
स्मृति सहायक
Think of 'Chew' (추) and 'Reason' (론). You 'Chew on a Reason' to 'Infer' the answer.
दृश्य संबंध
Imagine a detective (Sherlock Holmes) looking at a footprint and a lightbulb appearing above his head as he connects it to a suspect.
Word Web
चैलेंज
Try to use '추론하다' in a sentence about a mystery movie you recently watched.
शब्द की उत्पत्ति
Derived from Sino-Korean characters: 추 (推) + 론 (論) + 하다.
मूल अर्थ: 推 (To push/extend/search) + 論 (To discuss/theory/reason).
Sino-Korean (Hanja-based).सांस्कृतिक संदर्भ
No specific sensitivities, but avoid using it to 'infer' negative things about people without strong evidence, as it sounds very accusatory in a formal way.
English speakers often use 'infer' and 'deduce' interchangeably in casual talk, but '추론하다' is strictly formal like 'deduce' or 'infer' in a scientific paper.
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वास्तविक संदर्भ
Academic Research
- 결과를 추론하다
- 데이터를 바탕으로
- 가설을 추론하다
- 논리적 추론
Detective Work
- 범인을 추론하다
- 단서를 통해
- 범행 동기 추론
- 사건의 재구성
Language Learning
- 뜻을 추론하다
- 문맥을 통해
- 의도를 파악하다
- 행간을 읽다
Business Meetings
- 시장 흐름 추론
- 고객 니즈 추론
- 향후 전망 추론
- 전략 도출
Daily Logic
- 상황을 추론하다
- 말투에서 추론하다
- 이유를 추론하다
- 짐작이 가다
बातचीत की शुरुआत
"이 데이터를 보고 어떤 결론을 추론할 수 있을까요?"
"작가가 이 문장에서 무엇을 말하고 싶은지 추론해 보셨나요?"
"상대방의 표정만으로 그 사람의 기분을 추론하는 편인가요?"
"범죄 영화에서 범인을 추론하는 과정을 좋아하시나요?"
"우리가 과거의 역사를 통해 미래를 추론하는 것이 가능할까요?"
डायरी विषय
오늘 누군가의 행동을 보고 그 사람의 마음을 추론했던 경험을 적어보세요.
논리적인 추론이 감정적인 판단보다 항상 옳다고 생각하는지 논하세요.
자신이 가장 좋아하는 탐정 캐릭터의 추론 방식에 대해 설명해 보세요.
최근 뉴스에서 본 데이터를 바탕으로 향후 경제를 추론해 보세요.
외국어를 배울 때 문맥을 통해 단어의 뜻을 추론하는 것이 왜 중요한지 써보세요.
अक्सर पूछे जाने वाले सवाल
10 सवालYou can, but it might sound a bit like you're being overly serious or acting like a detective. It's better to use '추측하다' (to guess) or '짐작하다' (to have a hunch) in everyday situations like guessing what someone wants to eat.
추론 is the general term for inference. 유추 (analogy) is a specific type of inference where you say 'A is like B, so since A has property X, B must also have property X.' Every 유추 is a 추론, but not every 추론 is a 유추.
You would say '그가 거짓말을 하고 있다고 추론했다' or '그의 행동을 통해 그가 거짓말을 하고 있음을 추론했다.' Using '있음을' makes it sound slightly more formal.
Yes, especially in TOPIK II (Intermediate/Advanced). You will often see questions asking you to '추론' the main idea or the character's feelings from a passage.
Yes, if the prediction is based on current facts and logic. For example, '데이터를 바탕으로 내년 경기를 추론하다' (Infer next year's economy based on data). If it's just a feeling, use '예상하다'.
Usually '~을/를 바탕으로' (based on), '~을/를 통해' (through), or '~에서' (from). For example: '증거에서 추론하다' (Infer from evidence).
Yes, '추론' (Inference). You can use it like '추론이 틀렸다' (The inference was wrong) or '추론을 하다' (To do an inference).
It is '논리적 추론' (non-ri-jeok chu-ron). You'll hear this a lot in science and philosophy classes.
It is '연역적 추론' (yeon-yeok-jeok chu-ron). 'Inductive reasoning' is '귀납적 추론' (gwi-nap-jeok chu-ron).
Yes, if you are analyzing clues to understand someone's emotions. '그녀의 눈물에서 슬픔을 추론했다' (I inferred sadness from her tears). But '짐작하다' is more common for feelings.
खुद को परखो 200 सवाल
Translate to Korean: 'I inferred the answer from the book.'
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Translate to Korean: 'Based on the evidence, he is the culprit.'
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Translate to Korean: 'Try to infer the meaning of the word through context.'
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Translate to Korean: 'It is difficult to infer his hidden intention.'
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Translate to Korean: 'We need to infer future trends using data.'
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Translate to Korean: 'The detective inferred the motive for the crime.'
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Translate to Korean: 'Logical inference is a key part of science.'
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Translate to Korean: 'Can you infer the season from this picture?'
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Translate to Korean: 'The research inferred a new possibility.'
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Translate to Korean: 'Don't conclude without inferring carefully.'
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Translate to Korean: 'I inferred that she was sad from her voice.'
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Translate to Korean: 'The inference process was very complex.'
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Translate to Korean: 'It is possible to infer the truth from small clues.'
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Translate to Korean: 'We must use deductive reasoning.'
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Translate to Korean: 'The result was inferred from the experiment.'
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Translate to Korean: 'He has excellent reasoning skills.'
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Translate to Korean: 'Infer the author's intent in this passage.'
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Translate to Korean: 'I cannot help but infer that he failed.'
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Translate to Korean: 'Is it valid to infer this from the data?'
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Translate to Korean: 'Through analysis, we inferred the cause.'
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How would you ask someone to infer something from a picture? (Korean)
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Explain what '추론 능력' is in one sentence. (Korean)
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How do you say 'logical reasoning' in a presentation? (Korean)
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Ask 'What is the basis for your inference?' formally. (Korean)
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Say 'We must infer future changes' politely.
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Say 'I deduced that he was lying.' (Korean)
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Explain why inference is important in reading. (Korean)
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Say 'I can't infer anything yet.' (Korean)
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Say 'The detective's inference was brilliant.' (Korean)
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Say 'Let's try to infer together.' (Korean)
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Say 'The inference process is logical.' (Korean)
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Say 'You can infer the season from the trees.' (Korean)
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Say 'It was inferred that the plan failed.' (Korean)
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Listen to the sentence: '증거를 바탕으로 범인을 추론했습니다.' What was inferred?
Listen to the sentence: '문맥을 통해 뜻을 추론해 보세요.' What are you asked to do?
Listen to the sentence: '그의 침묵에서 긍정을 추론하기는 이릅니다.' Is it okay to infer affirmation?
Listen to the sentence: '데이터가 부족해 추론이 불가능합니다.' Why is inference impossible?
Listen to the sentence: '논리적 추론 능력을 키워야 합니다.' What ability should be developed?
Listen to the sentence: '사실에서 결론을 추론하다.' What is the starting point?
Listen to the sentence: '작가의 의도를 추론하는 것이 과제입니다.' What is the assignment?
Listen to the sentence: '그의 말투에서 화가 났음을 추론했다.' How was the inference made?
Listen to the sentence: '잘못된 추론은 오해를 부른다.' What does wrong inference cause?
Listen to the sentence: '우리는 합리적인 추론을 원합니다.' What kind of inference is wanted?
Listen to the sentence: '과거 사례로 미래를 추론하다.' What is used to infer the future?
Listen to the sentence: '추론 과정이 매우 치밀합니다.' How is the process described?
Listen to the sentence: '단서가 하나도 없어서 추론할 수 없어요.' Why can't they infer?
Listen to the sentence: '이것은 연역적 추론의 예입니다.' What kind of example is this?
Listen to the sentence: '결론을 도출하기 위해 추론하다.' Why are they inferring?
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Summary
The word 추론하다 is your go-to verb for logical deduction. Use it when you aren't just guessing, but rather connecting dots to find a hidden truth, such as inferring an author's intent or a suspect's motive. Example: '데이터를 바탕으로 결과를 추론했다' (I inferred the result based on data).
- 추론하다 means to infer or deduce logically using clues, facts, or evidence to reach a conclusion.
- It is a formal B2-level verb used in academic, legal, and professional contexts rather than casual ones.
- The word combines 'push' and 'theory', literally pushing your thoughts from known facts to new conclusions.
- Commonly paired with phrases like '~을 바탕으로' (based on) or '~을 통해' (through) to indicate evidence.
Use the right particle
Always pair '추론하다' with '~을/를 바탕으로' or '~을/를 통해' to clearly state what your evidence is. This makes your logic sound solid.
Detective Mindset
Whenever you encounter a mystery in a Korean text, tell yourself '추론해야 해' (I must infer). This helps you remember the word's active, logical nature.
Don't over-use it
Avoid using '추론하다' for obvious things. If someone says 'I am hungry,' you don't '추론' they want to eat; you just 'know' it. Use it for hidden meanings.
Suneung Strategy
For students, '추론' is the most important skill for high scores. Practice finding the 'hidden' answer that is logically implied but not written.
उदाहरण
제시된 자료를 바탕으로 결론을 추론할 수 있다.
संबंधित सामग्री
logic के और शब्द
축약하다
B1किसी लंबे पाठ या शब्द को उसके मूल अर्थ को बनाए रखते हुए छोटा करना। 'कृपया इस वाक्य को 축약하다 करें।'
수긍하다
B2किसी बात को तर्कसंगत मानकर स्वीकार करना। 'उसने मेरे तर्कों को स्वीकार कर लिया।'
부합하다
B2परियोजना को कंपनी के लक्ष्यों के अनुरूप होना चाहिए। रिपोर्ट आवश्यकताओं के अनुरूप है।
유추
B2अनुमान या सादृश्य एक विशिष्ट मामले के बारे में पहले से ज्ञात दूसरे मामले के साथ उसकी समानता के आधार पर निष्कर्ष निकालने की प्रक्रिया है।
해당
B1'प्रासंगिक' या 'लागू' के लिए औपचारिक शब्द।
임의적
B2कारण, आवश्यकता, या निश्चित नियमों के बजाय, चुनाव या यादृच्छिक रूप से किया गया। यह कानूनी या वैज्ञानिक संदर्भ में 'मनमाना' का भी अर्थ हो सकता है। (Done by choice or at random, rather than by reason, necessity, or fixed rules. Can also mean 'arbitrary' in a legal or scientific context.)
기초하다
B1'기초하다' का अर्थ है किसी तथ्य, सिद्धांत, या डेटा पर आधारित होना या उस पर स्थापित होना। यह किसी चीज़ के मूल या समर्थन की व्याख्या करता है। (This research is based on existing statistical data.) यह शोध मौजूदा सांख्यिकीय डेटा पर आधारित है। '기초하다' का अर्थ है कि कुछ किसी तथ्य, विचार, या जानकारी की तरह किसी और चीज़ पर बनाया गया है या समर्थित है। इसे एक कथन या कार्रवाई के आधार के रूप में सोचें। (His argument is based on clear evidence.) उनका तर्क स्पष्ट सबूतों पर आधारित है।
범주
B2A class or division of people or things regarded as having particular shared characteristics; category.
공통분모
B2एक समान भाजक एक विशेषता या रुचि है जो विभिन्न लोगों या चीजों द्वारा साझा की जाती है।
단정하다
B2दृढ़ता से निष्कर्ष निकालना या निर्णय लेना।