전반적
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- Means 'overall' or 'general' in formal Korean.
- Used to describe trends, atmospheres, and systems.
- Commonly appears as '전반적인' (adj) or '전반적으로' (adv).
- Essential for TOPIK II and professional communication.
The term 전반적 (Jeon-ban-jeok) is a quintessential B2-level Korean adjective that translates to 'overall,' 'general,' or 'across-the-board.' Etymologically, it is derived from the Hanja characters 全 (전 - whole), 般 (반 - sort/kind), and the suffix 的 (적 - characteristic of). When combined, it describes a state or quality that applies to the entirety of a system, situation, or object rather than being confined to a specific part. This word is indispensable in academic, professional, and journalistic contexts where one must summarize trends or assess a situation holistically.
- Semantic Scope
- It covers the entire range of a subject, leaving no significant part unexamined.
- Grammatical Function
- Primarily functions as a determiner (전반적인) or an adverb (전반적으로).
- Level of Formality
- Highly formal; frequently found in news reports, research papers, and business meetings.
"이번 보고서는 우리 회사의 전반적인 성장 전략을 담고 있습니다."
— This report contains our company's overall growth strategy.
In a practical sense, imagine you are looking at a forest. If you talk about a specific tree, you are being specific. If you talk about the health of the entire forest, including the soil, the trees, and the wildlife, you are discussing the 전반적 condition. It allows speakers to zoom out from micro-details to a macro-perspective. This is why it is often paired with nouns like '흐름' (flow), '상황' (situation), and '분위기' (atmosphere).
"물가가 전반적으로 상승하고 있는 추세입니다."
— Prices are showing an overall upward trend.
"그 영화는 전반적으로 평이 좋았습니다."
— That movie received generally good reviews.
- Visual Metaphor
- A wide-angle lens on a camera capturing the whole landscape.
- Opposite Concept
- 부분적 (Partial) or 국소적 (Localized).
"시스템의 전반적인 점검이 필요합니다."
— A general inspection of the system is required.
"사회의 전반적인 인식이 변화하고 있습니다."
— The general perception of society is changing.
To master this word, one must understand that it doesn't just mean 'most'—it implies a 'total' or 'comprehensive' quality. It is the difference between saying 'most people like it' and 'there is a general consensus across the entire population.' By using 전반적, you signal that you have considered all variables and are providing a synthesized conclusion. This makes your Korean sound more sophisticated and precise.
Using 전반적 correctly requires understanding its two main forms: the adjectival form 전반적인 and the adverbial form 전반적으로. Because it is a Hanja-based noun-adjective, it rarely stands alone as a predicate (like '전반적이다') in casual speech, though it is possible in formal writing. Most learners will encounter it modifying a noun to describe a comprehensive state.
- Modifying Nouns: Use [전반적인 + Noun]. For example, '전반적인 문제' (overall problem), '전반적인 분위기' (overall atmosphere).
- Modifying Verbs/Adjectives: Use [전반적으로 + Verb/Adjective]. For example, '전반적으로 어렵다' (generally difficult), '전반적으로 개선되다' (overall improved).
In business contexts, it is used to describe market conditions. You might say, "시장 상황이 전반적으로 침체되어 있습니다" (The market situation is generally stagnant). Here, '전반적으로' emphasizes that the stagnation isn't just in one sector but across the entire market. In academic writing, it's used to define the scope of research: "본 연구는 한국 교육의 전반적인 구조를 분석한다" (This study analyzes the overall structure of Korean education).
Sentence Patterns
1. [Subject] + -은/는 전반적으로 [Adjective]-ㄴ/은 편이다. (Subject is generally on the [Adjective] side.)
2. [Noun]의 전반적인 [Noun]을/를 살펴보다. (To look into the overall [Noun] of [Noun].)
When comparing it to synonyms like '전체적', note that '전반적' often carries a nuance of 'across all fields or sectors,' whereas '전체적' is more about the physical or structural 'whole.' If you are talking about a building's structure, '전체적' is better. If you are talking about a country's economic policy, '전반적' is more appropriate.
You will encounter 전반적 in environments where data, trends, and summaries are discussed. It is a 'high-frequency' word in formal media. If you turn on KBS News or read the Chosun Ilbo, you will hear it within the first five minutes, usually regarding the economy, politics, or social trends. It is the language of experts and commentators.
News & Media
"전반적인 경기 회복세가 뚜렷합니다." (The overall economic recovery is clear.)
Corporate Meetings
"전반적인 프로젝트 진행 상황을 보고해 주세요." (Please report on the overall project progress.)
Academic Lectures
"서양 철학의 전반적인 흐름을 이해해야 합니다." (You must understand the overall flow of Western philosophy.)
Government Briefings
"전반적인 방역 수칙을 강화하겠습니다." (We will strengthen overall quarantine rules.)
In everyday life, you might hear it when people discuss movies, books, or restaurants. A food critic might say, "음식의 맛은 전반적으로 훌륭하지만 서비스가 아쉽다" (The taste of the food is overall excellent, but the service is disappointing). It provides a balanced way to give feedback by separating the 'whole' from the 'parts.' It is also common in job interviews when an interviewer asks, "본인의 전반적인 경력에 대해 설명해 보세요" (Please explain your overall career).
The most frequent mistake learners make with 전반적 is confusing it with 일반적 (General/Common). While they both translate to 'general' in English, their Korean usage is distinct. '일반적' refers to what is common, normal, or typical (e.g., "It is a general rule"). '전반적' refers to the scope of the whole (e.g., "The general/overall decline of the industry").
Incorrect Usage
"이것은 전반적인 상식입니다." (This is overall common sense.) - WRONG
Correct Usage
"이것은 일반적인 상식입니다." (This is general common sense.) - RIGHT
Another mistake is using '전반적' when '전체적' (Total/Whole) is more natural for physical objects. If you are talking about the 'overall look' of a person's outfit, '전체적인 스타일' is more common than '전반적인 스타일,' although the latter is not strictly wrong. '전반적' leans towards abstract concepts, systems, and trends.
Finally, avoid overusing the adverbial form '전반적으로' at the start of every sentence. While it's a great transition word, in Korean, it's often more natural to place it after the subject: '날씨가 전반적으로...' rather than '전반적으로 날씨가...'. Overuse can make your speech sound like a dry news report rather than a natural conversation.
To truly master 전반적, you must understand its synonyms and how they differ in nuance. Korean has a rich vocabulary for 'wholeness,' and choosing the right one depends on the context.
- 전체적 (Jeon-che-jeok)
- Focuses on the 'total' or 'whole' structure. Used for physical objects or defined groups. (e.g., 전체적인 디자인 - overall design).
- 포괄적 (Po-gwal-jeok)
- Means 'comprehensive' or 'inclusive.' Used when something covers many different items or categories. (e.g., 포괄적인 대책 - comprehensive measures).
- 보편적 (Bo-pyeon-jeok)
- Means 'universal.' Used for things that apply to everyone or everywhere. (e.g., 보편적인 가치 - universal values).
- 대체적 (Dae-che-jeok)
- Means 'for the most part' or 'roughly.' It is less formal than 전반적 and implies a general estimation. (e.g., 대체적으로 만족한다 - I'm generally satisfied).
When writing, if you want to sound analytical, use 전반적. If you want to sound inclusive, use 포괄적. If you are talking about a physical entity, stick with 전체적. Understanding these subtle shifts will elevate your Korean from intermediate to advanced.
How Formal Is It?
कठिनाई स्तर
ज़रूरी व्याकरण
-ㄴ/은 편이다
-적 (suffix)
-에 비해
-에 따르면
स्तर के अनुसार उदाहरण
오늘 날씨는 전반적으로 좋아요.
Today's weather is overall good.
전반적으로 (adverb) + 좋아요 (adjective)
이 책은 전반적으로 쉬워요.
This book is overall easy.
전반적으로 + 쉬워요
우리 반은 전반적으로 조용해요.
Our class is overall quiet.
전반적으로 + 조용해요
음식이 전반적으로 매워요.
The food is overall spicy.
전반적으로 + 매워요
한국어 공부는 전반적으로 재미있어요.
Studying Korean is overall fun.
전반적으로 + 재미있어요
이 옷은 전반적으로 커요.
This clothing is overall big.
전반적으로 + 커요
영화가 전반적으로 슬퍼요.
The movie is overall sad.
전반적으로 + 슬퍼요
가게가 전반적으로 깨끗해요.
The shop is overall clean.
전반적으로 + 깨끗해요
시험 문제가 전반적으로 작년보다 어려웠어요.
The exam questions were overall harder than last year.
전반적으로 + 어려웠어요 (past tense)
서울의 물가는 전반적으로 비싼 편이에요.
Prices in Seoul are overall on the expensive side.
전반적으로 + 비싼 편이다 (tendency)
여행은 전반적으로 만족스러웠습니다.
The trip was overall satisfactory.
전반적으로 + 만족스러웠다
이 공원은 전반적으로 관리가 잘 되어 있어요.
This park is overall well-managed.
전반적으로 + 관리가 되다
그 가수의 노래는 전반적으로 밝은 느낌이에요.
That singer's songs have an overall bright feel.
전반적으로 + 밝은 느낌
회의 분위기가 전반적으로 진지했습니다.
The meeting atmosphere was overall serious.
전반적으로 + 진지했다
제주도는 전반적으로 경치가 아름다워요.
Jeju Island has overall beautiful scenery.
전반적으로 + 아름다워요
이 요리는 전반적으로 건강에 좋아요.
This dish is overall good for health.
전반적으로 + 건강에 좋다
최근 전반적인 경제 상황이 좋지 않습니다.
The overall economic situation recently is not good.
전반적인 (adjective) + 경제 상황 (noun)
그의 주장은 전반적으로 타당해 보입니다.
His argument seems overall valid.
전반적으로 + 타당하다
회사의 전반적인 시스템을 개선해야 합니다.
We need to improve the company's overall system.
전반적인 + 시스템
이번 축제는 전반적으로 성공적이었습니다.
This festival was overall successful.
전반적으로 + 성공적이다
한국 사회의 전반적인 교육 수준이 높습니다.
The overall education level of Korean society is high.
전반적인 + 교육 수준
전반적인 흐름을 파악하는 것이 중요합니다.
It is important to grasp the overall flow.
전반적인 + 흐름
이 보고서는 전반적으로 잘 정리되어 있습니다.
This report is overall well-organized.
전반적으로 + 정리되다
그 영화의 전반적인 평점은 4점입니다.
The overall rating of that movie is 4 points.
전반적인 + 평점
정부는 전반적인 세제 개편안을 발표했습니다.
The government announced an overall tax reform plan.
전반적인 + 세제 개편안
전반적인 시장 조사를 마친 후에 결정합시다.
Let's decide after finishing the overall market research.
전반적인 + 시장 조사
이번 사태는 우리 사회의 전반적인 도덕성을 시험하고 있습니다.
This incident is testing the overall morality of our society.
전반적인 + 도덕성
기술의 발전이 전반적인 삶의 질을 향상시켰습니다.
The development of technology has improved the overall quality of life.
전반적인 + 삶의 질
전반적으로 볼 때, 이번 프로젝트는 큰 무리가 없습니다.
Looking at it overall, there are no major issues with this project.
전반적으로 볼 때 (fixed expression)
환경 오염은 전반적인 생태계에 영향을 미칩니다.
Environmental pollution affects the overall ecosystem.
전반적인 + 생태계
전반적인 인력 배치를 다시 검토해야 합니다.
We need to re-examine the overall personnel placement.
전반적인 + 인력 배치
그 작가의 작품들은 전반적으로 어두운 분위기를 띱니다.
That author's works overall take on a dark atmosphere.
전반적으로 + 분위기를 띠다
구조적인 결함이 전반적인 시스템 붕괴를 초래했습니다.
Structural flaws led to an overall system collapse.
전반적인 + 시스템 붕괴
전반적인 맥락을 무시한 채 부분적인 사실만 강조해서는 안 됩니다.
One should not emphasize only partial facts while ignoring the overall context.
전반적인 + 맥락
이번 정책은 전반적인 사회 통합을 목표로 하고 있습니다.
This policy aims for overall social integration.
전반적인 + 사회 통합
전반적인 경기 침체 속에서도 특정 산업은 호황을 누리고 있습니다.
Even amidst an overall economic recession, specific industries are booming.
전반적인 + 경기 침체
교육 과정의 전반적인 개편이 시급한 실정입니다.
An overall reorganization of the curriculum is an urgent reality.
전반적인 + 개편
그의 철학은 전반적으로 인본주의적 가치에 기반하고 있습니다.
His philosophy is overall based on humanistic values.
전반적으로 + 기반하고 있다
전반적인 여론의 흐름이 규제 완화 쪽으로 기울고 있습니다.
The overall flow of public opinion is leaning toward deregulation.
전반적인 + 여론의 흐름
전반적인 데이터 분석 결과, 가설이 입증되었습니다.
As a result of the overall data analysis, the hypothesis was proven.
전반적인 + 데이터 분석
전반적인 문명의 패러다임이 디지털로 전환되고 있습니다.
The overall paradigm of civilization is shifting toward digital.
전반적인 + 패러다임
전반적인 법체계의 정합성을 유지하는 것이 법치주의의 핵심입니다.
Maintaining the consistency of the overall legal system is the core of the rule of law.
전반적인 + 법체계
작가는 전반적인 서사 구조를 통해 인간의 실존적 고뇌를 탐구한다.
The author explores human existential agony through the overall narrative structure.
전반적인 + 서사 구조
전반적인 우주론적 관점에서 지구는 아주 작은 점에 불과합니다.
From an overall cosmological perspective, Earth is nothing more than a tiny dot.
전반적인 + 관점
전반적인 사회적 합의 없이 추진되는 개혁은 저항에 부딪힐 수밖에 없다.
Reforms pursued without an overall social consensus are bound to face resistance.
전반적인 + 사회적 합의
전반적인 역사적 통찰력을 갖추는 것이 지식인의 덕목이다.
Possessing overall historical insight is a virtue of an intellectual.
전반적인 + 통찰력
전반적인 산업 구조의 고도화가 국가 경쟁력을 결정짓는다.
The advancement of the overall industrial structure determines national competitiveness.
전반적인 + 산업 구조
전반적인 생물학적 다양성의 보존은 인류의 생존과 직결된다.
The preservation of overall biological diversity is directly linked to human survival.
전반적인 + 다양성
समानार्थी शब्द
विलोम शब्द
सामान्य शब्द संयोजन
सामान्य वाक्यांश
अक्सर इससे भ्रम होता है
मुहावरे और अभिव्यक्तियाँ
आसानी से भ्रमित होने वाले
Refers to what is usual/common.
Refers to the physical whole.
The opposite; refers to specific details.
वाक्य संरचनाएँ
इसे कैसे इस्तेमाल करें
It is more formal than '대체로'.
Pairs well with '상승', '하락', '개선', '악화'.
- Using 전반적 when you mean 'usually' (use 보통 instead).
- Confusing 전반적 with 전형적 (typical).
- Forgetting the -인 when modifying a noun.
- Using it to describe a specific, small detail.
- Misspelling it as 전반정.
सुझाव
Root Learning
Learn '전' (全) to unlock words like 전부, 전체, 전국.
Topic Sentences
Start your essays with '전반적인 현황을 살펴보면...' to sound academic.
Softening Criticism
Say '전반적으로 좋지만...' before giving a negative specific point.
Adverbial Use
Remember that '전반적으로' can modify the entire sentence.
News Keywords
When you hear '전반적', get ready for a summary of the news story.
Context Clues
If you see '전반적', look for words like '흐름' or '분위기' nearby.
Business Reports
Use this word to describe market trends in your professional emails.
Visualizing
Imagine a net covering a whole area; that net is '전반적'.
TOPIK Task 53
Use this word when describing the overall trend of a graph.
Vs 일반적
General (Common) vs General (Overall). Choose wisely!
याद करें
शब्द की उत्पत्ति
Sino-Korean
सांस्कृतिक संदर्भ
In Korean companies, '전반적인 보고' (overall report) is the standard way to start a briefing.
Students are taught to look at the '전반적인 주제' (overall theme) in literature to understand the author's intent.
असल ज़िंदगी में अभ्यास करें
वास्तविक संदर्भ
बातचीत की शुरुआत
"요즘 한국의 전반적인 분위기는 어때요?"
"이번 프로젝트의 전반적인 진행 상황을 알려주세요."
"그 영화의 전반적인 평이 어떤가요?"
"전반적인 물가 상승에 대해 어떻게 생각하세요?"
"전반적인 한국어 실력을 향상시키려면 무엇을 해야 할까요?"
डायरी विषय
나의 전반적인 인생 계획에 대해 써보세요.
지난 한 달의 전반적인 기분을 기록해 보세요.
우리 동네의 전반적인 특징을 설명해 보세요.
내가 읽은 책의 전반적인 내용을 요약해 보세요.
전반적인 사회 변화 중 가장 눈에 띄는 것은 무엇인가요?
अक्सर पूछे जाने वाले सवाल
10 सवालYes, but mostly when discussing opinions on movies, food, or general situations. It's not for very casual slang.
전반적 is for abstract scope/trends; 전체적 is for physical/structural whole.
You can describe a person's 'overall' impression (전반적인 인상), but not their physical body parts.
Yes, it is a Sino-Korean word that almost always carries the -적 suffix in this context.
Use '전반적으로'.
It is neutral. It depends on what follows (e.g., overall good vs. overall bad).
Yes, but it's less common than using it as an adjective or adverb.
It is typically considered B2 (Upper Intermediate).
No, '보편적' is better for 'universal'.
Frequently. It's a key word for the reading and writing sections.
खुद को परखो 180 सवाल
/ 180 correct
Perfect score!
Summary
전반적 is your go-to word for synthesizing information and providing a macro-level overview. It signals a high level of Korean proficiency and analytical thinking, especially in formal contexts.
- Means 'overall' or 'general' in formal Korean.
- Used to describe trends, atmospheres, and systems.
- Commonly appears as '전반적인' (adj) or '전반적으로' (adv).
- Essential for TOPIK II and professional communication.
Root Learning
Learn '전' (全) to unlock words like 전부, 전체, 전국.
Topic Sentences
Start your essays with '전반적인 현황을 살펴보면...' to sound academic.
Softening Criticism
Say '전반적으로 좋지만...' before giving a negative specific point.
Adverbial Use
Remember that '전반적으로' can modify the entire sentence.
उदाहरण
회의에서는 회사의 전반적인 운영 방침을 논의했다.
संबंधित सामग्री
academic के और शब्द
입체적
B2त्रिविमीय (3D) प्रभाव होना या किसी चीज़ को एक ही सपाट दृष्टिकोण के बजाय कई दृष्टिकोणों से देखना।
~에 관해
B1एक वाक्यांश जिसका अर्थ है 'के बारे में' या 'के संबंध में'। इसका उपयोग औपचारिक संदर्भों में विषय पेश करने के लिए किया जाता है।
~에 대하여
A2किसी विशेष विषय के बारे में या उसके संबंध में। 'हम पर्यावरण के बारे में बात कर रहे हैं।'
~대해
A2इसका अर्थ है 'के बारे में' या 'के विषय में'। इसका उपयोग यह बताने के लिए किया जाता है कि आप किस बारे में बात कर रहे हैं।
~에 관하여
A2किसी विषय के बारे में या उसके संबंध में। रिपोर्ट या भाषण जैसी औपचारिक स्थितियों में उपयोग किया जाता है।
~에 대해(서)
A1चर्चा के विषय या मुद्दे को इंगित करता है, जिसका अर्थ है 'के बारे में' या 'के संबंध में'। इसका उपयोग अक्सर बोलने या सोचने जैसी क्रियाओं के साथ किया जाता है।
무엇보다
A2सब से ऊपर; किसी भी चीज़ से ज़्यादा।
결석생
A2A student who is absent from class.
추상화하다
B2अमूर्त करना (Abstract): किसी चीज़ को उसके भौतिक वास्तविकता से अलग या सैद्धांतिक रूप से विचार करना।
추상
A2Abstraction; the quality of dealing with ideas rather than events.