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A2 noun #8,000 よく出る 9分で読める

자습

jaseup 上位8,000

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解説 자습 in your Level:

At the A1 level, you should learn '자습' as a simple noun that means 'studying alone.' You might encounter it in basic sentences about school life. For example, '학교에서 자습해요' (I self-study at school). At this stage, focus on the fact that it is different from '공부' (study) because it means there is no teacher helping you at that moment. You can think of it as 'self-study time.' It's a useful word if you are talking about your daily routine as a student. You don't need to worry about the complex Hanja (Chinese characters) yet, just remember the sound and the basic meaning of 'studying by yourself.'

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At the A2 level, you can start using '자습' more flexibly. You should know how to turn it into a verb: '자습하다.' You can also use it with time expressions like '자습 시간' (self-study time). At this level, you might talk about your habits, such as '저는 매일 아침 한 시간 동안 자습해요' (I self-study for one hour every morning). You should also be aware of '야자' (yaja), which is the short form of 'night self-study,' as it's a very common cultural term in Korea. You are starting to see how '자습' fits into a larger educational context beyond just a simple vocabulary word.

At the B1 level, you should understand the nuance between '자습' and other related words like '복습' (review) and '예습' (preview). You should be able to explain your study methods using these terms. For example, '수업이 끝나고 도서관에서 자습하면서 복습을 해요' (After class ends, I review while self-studying in the library). You can also use more complex sentence structures, such as '자습을 하느라고 친구를 못 만났어요' (I couldn't meet my friend because I was self-studying). You should also recognize '자습서' (self-study book/workbook) when you see it in bookstores or online.

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At the B2 level, you should be comfortable using '자습' in formal and informal contexts. You can discuss the pros and cons of the Korean 'yaja' (night self-study) culture. You might use the more formal term '자율 학습' (autonomous learning) in a debate or an essay. You should understand how '자습' contributes to a student's '자기주도학습' (self-directed learning) abilities. At this level, you can also use idiomatic expressions or more sophisticated grammar like '자습에 전념하다' (to devote oneself to self-study). You understand that '자습' is not just 'doing homework' but a specific mode of independent learning.

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At the C1 level, you should have a deep understanding of the historical and cultural roots of '자습.' You can discuss how the '습' (practice) in '자습' relates to the Confucian idea of repetitive learning to reach mastery. You can use the word in academic discussions about educational psychology or the Korean school system. You might analyze the impact of 'mandatory self-study' on student mental health. Your vocabulary should include related high-level terms like '연마' (polishing/training) or '수양' (cultivation). You can use '자습' as a metaphor for personal growth and the silent effort required for any great achievement.

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At the C2 level, you use '자습' with the precision of a native speaker. You understand its subtle connotations in literature, news, and academic papers. You can differentiate between '자습' (self-study), '독학' (self-taught), and '자주적 학습' (independent learning) in a philosophical context. You might use it in a sentence like '진정한 진리는 타인의 가르침이 아닌, 고독한 자습의 끝에서 발견된다' (True truth is found not through the teachings of others, but at the end of solitary self-study). You are fully aware of the societal pressures and the evolving nature of '자습' in modern Korea, including the digital shift toward online self-study platforms.

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자습 means 'self-study' or studying independently without a teacher, usually in an academic setting like a school or library.
It is a Sino-Korean noun (自習) that can be turned into a verb by adding '하다' (to do).
In Korea, it is culturally significant due to 'Yaja' (night self-study) and the heavy emphasis on independent exam preparation.
It differs from 'dokhak' (self-taught) because 'jaseup' usually refers to studying material from a curriculum you are already enrolled in.

The Korean word 자습 (jaseup) is a Sino-Korean noun that translates literally to 'self-study' or 'independent practice.' It is composed of two Hanja characters: 自 (자), meaning 'self,' and 習 (습), meaning 'to practice' or 'to learn.' Unlike the general word for studying, 공부 (gongbu), which can involve a teacher, a classroom, or a group, 자습 specifically denotes the act of reviewing materials or practicing skills on one's own, typically within an academic environment like a school or a library. For English speakers, understanding this word requires looking at the highly structured nature of the Korean education system, where 'self-study' is not just an optional activity but a scheduled part of the day.

Educational Context: In South Korea, high school students often participate in 야간 자습 (yagan jaseup), commonly abbreviated as 야자 (yaja). This refers to the mandatory or semi-mandatory evening self-study sessions held at school after regular classes end. During these hours, students sit in their classrooms or dedicated study halls to review their lessons, do homework, or prepare for the CSAT (Suneung) without direct instruction from a teacher, though a teacher usually supervises for discipline.

오늘 학교에서 두 시간 동안 자습을 했어요.

(I did self-study for two hours at school today.)

Outside of the school system, 자습 can also be used in any context where one is working through a textbook or a set of exercises independently. For example, if a teacher is absent and tells the students to work quietly on their own, that period is called a 자습 시간 (jaseup sigan). It implies a level of discipline and individual effort that is distinct from the passive reception of information during a lecture. It is a proactive engagement with the material, where the learner takes responsibility for their own progress.

Nuance of Practice: The '습' (seup) in '자습' is the same character found in '연습' (practice) and '복습' (review). This emphasizes that self-study is a repetitive, reinforcing action meant to solidify knowledge already introduced.

선생님이 아프셔서 자습으로 대체되었습니다.

(The teacher was sick, so it was replaced with self-study.)

Historically, the concept of self-study has been deeply rooted in the Confucian tradition of personal cultivation. Scholars would spend years in '자습' preparing for the civil service exams. In modern times, this has evolved into the intensive study culture seen in 'Gosi-won' (study cubicles) and 'Dokseo-sil' (private study rooms), where '자습' is the primary activity. Whether you are a student preparing for an exam or an adult learning a new skill, '자습' represents the silent, focused labor of the mind.

Using 자습 in a sentence is relatively straightforward because it functions as a noun that can easily be turned into a verb by adding 하다 (hada). When you use 자습하다, you are saying 'to self-study.' It is most frequently used with time-related markers or location markers to describe when and where the independent study is taking place. Grammatically, it often appears as the object of the sentence with the particle -을/를, or as a modifier for other nouns like 시간 (time) or 교재 (textbook).

Verb Formation: 자습 (Noun) + 하다 (to do) = 자습하다 (to self-study). Example: '저는 도서관에서 자습해요' (I self-study at the library).

시험 기간이라 매일 밤늦게까지 자습해요.

(Since it's exam period, I self-study until late every night.)

When describing a specific period allocated for self-study, you use 자습 시간. This is a common phrase in school schedules. If you want to describe a book intended for self-study without a teacher's guidance, you would call it a 자습서 (jaseup-seo). These books usually include detailed explanations and answer keys that a student would otherwise get from a teacher. This suffix -서 (seo) means 'book' or 'document.'

Common Grammatical Patterns: 1. 자습을 시키다 (To make someone self-study)
2. 자습에 집중하다 (To focus on self-study)
3. 자습으로 익히다 (To learn/master through self-study)

이 문제는 자습을 통해 스스로 해결해야 합니다.

(You must solve this problem yourself through self-study.)

One important distinction is the use of the particle -중 (jung). Saying 자습 중 means 'in the middle of self-study.' You will often see signs on classroom doors that say '자습 중' to indicate that people inside are studying quietly and should not be disturbed. This usage highlights 자습 as a state of being or an ongoing activity. In the workplace, if a training session is cancelled and employees are told to work on their own development, 자습 might be used, though 개인 학습 (individual learning) is also frequent.

You will encounter the word 자습 most frequently in environments related to education, but its influence extends into Korean pop culture, particularly in media depicting school life. If you watch K-dramas or movies set in high schools (like the 'School' series or 'Reply 1997'), you will inevitably hear characters complaining about 야자 (yaja), which is the short form of 야간 자습. It is portrayed as a grueling but essential part of the Korean teenage experience, often involving sneaking out of the classroom or sharing snacks quietly while the supervisor isn't looking.

The 'Yaja' Culture: In dramas, a character might say, "나 오늘 야자 째고 영화 보러 갈래?" (Do you want to skip night self-study and go see a movie?). Here, the concept of '자습' is the backdrop for teenage rebellion and friendship. It’s a shared cultural touchstone for almost all Koreans who went through the public school system.

고등학생 때 자습 시간이 제일 힘들었어요.

(Self-study time was the hardest when I was in high school.)

In academic settings, teachers use this word constantly. If a teacher needs to attend a meeting, they might announce, "오늘은 1교시부터 3교시까지 자습이다" (Today, from the 1st to 3rd period, it's self-study). This is music to many students' ears, as it means no lecture, though they are still expected to stay in their seats and study. You will also see this word in bookstores. The 자습서 section is usually one of the largest in any Korean bookstore, filled with massive volumes designed to help students master subjects like Math, English, and Korean History on their own.

News and Media: News reports often discuss the 'abolition of mandatory night self-study' (야간 자습 폐지), reflecting ongoing debates about student well-being and the effectiveness of the traditional education model.

이번 주말에는 도서관에 가서 자습할 계획이에요.

(I plan to go to the library and self-study this weekend.)

Lastly, in the context of lifelong learning, adults who are preparing for certifications (like the TOEIC or civil service exams) will use the word 자습 to describe their solitary study hours in a 스터디 카페 (study cafe). While '공부' is the general term, '자습' emphasizes the lack of a tutor and the reliance on one's own focus and materials.

English speakers often make a few specific errors when using 자습, mostly related to confusing it with other similar-sounding or similar-meaning words. The most common mistake is using 자습 when 독학 (dokhak) would be more appropriate. While both involve studying alone, 독학 means being 'self-taught'—learning a subject entirely from scratch without being enrolled in a school or course for it. 자습 is usually the act of studying material that is part of a curriculum you are already enrolled in.

자습 vs. 독학: If you are a student and you study for your math test alone at night, that is 자습. If you are a 30-year-old who decides to learn Python on your own using YouTube, that is 독학.

❌ 저는 기타를 자습했어요. (I self-studied guitar - sounds awkward)
✅ 저는 기타를 독학했어요. (I taught myself guitar.)

Another frequent error is confusing 자습 with 복습 (bokseup) or 예습 (yeseup). 복습 is specifically 'reviewing' what you have already learned in class, and 예습 is 'previewing' or preparing for a future class. 자습 is the broader category of studying alone, which can include both reviewing and previewing, but it usually refers to the *period* or the *act* of studying independently rather than the specific direction of the learning (past vs. future).

The 'Hada' Omission: Beginners often say '자습 시간' when they mean 'I am self-studying.' Remember that '자습 시간' is just the noun phrase 'self-study time.' To express the action, you need the verb form '자습하다'.

❌ 지금 자습이에요. (It is self-study now - only works if referring to a scheduled period)
✅ 지금 자습하고 있어요. (I am self-studying right now.)

Finally, avoid using 자습 in non-learning contexts. For example, if you are working on a project alone at work, you wouldn't say 자습. You would say 개인 업무 (personal work) or 혼자 일하다 (work alone). 자습 is strictly tied to the acquisition of knowledge or the practice of academic skills.

To truly master the word 자습, it's helpful to compare it with other words in the 'study' family. Korean has a very rich vocabulary for different types of learning, reflecting the culture's emphasis on education. Understanding these nuances will make your Korean sound much more natural and precise.

자습 (Jaseup) vs. 공부 (Gongbu): 공부 is the most general term for 'study.' You can '공부' with a teacher, in a group, or alone. 자습 is a subset of '공부' that specifically excludes the teacher's active instruction during that time.
자습 (Jaseup) vs. 독학 (Dokhak): 독학 means 'self-taught.' It implies you are not attending a school or taking a course for the subject. 자습 implies you are part of a system but studying the material by yourself at that moment.
자습 (Jaseup) vs. 자율 학습 (Jayul Hakseup): 자율 학습 (Autonomous Learning) is the more formal, academic term for 자습. It is often used in official school documents or educational theory. In daily conversation, '자습' is preferred.

저는 학원에 다니지 않고 혼자서 독학으로 한국어를 배웠어요. 하지만 시험 전에는 도서관에서 자습을 많이 했죠.

(I didn't go to an academy and taught myself (dokhak) Korean. But before the exam, I did a lot of self-study (jaseup) in the library.)

There is also 연습 (yeonseup), which means 'practice.' While 자습 is about mental acquisition of knowledge, 연습 is often used for physical skills, like playing an instrument or practicing a sport. If you are 'practicing' math problems, you could use either, but 자습 emphasizes the 'study' aspect while 연습 emphasizes the 'repetition' aspect.

In summary, choose 자습 when you want to highlight the independent nature of your study within an academic framework. Choose 독학 for self-teaching, 복습 for reviewing, and 공부 for general studying. Mastering these distinctions will help you navigate Korean academic and social life with much more ease.

How Formal Is It?

豆知識

The character 習 (습) contains the radical for 'wings' (羽) over 'white' (白) or 'sun' (日). It originally depicted a young bird flapping its wings repeatedly to learn how to fly, which is the essence of 'practice.'

発音ガイド

UK /dʒɑː.sɯp/

US /dʒɑ.sʊp/

The stress is balanced between the two syllables, but the first syllable '자' often carries a slightly higher pitch in a sentence.

韻が合う語

학습 (hakseup - learning) 연습 (yeonseup - practice) 복습 (bokseup - review) 예습 (yeseup - preview) 실습 (silseup - practical training) 강습 (gangseup - lesson/lecture) 습습 (seupseup - damp/moist) 내습 (naeseup - invasion/raid)

よくある間違い

Pronouncing '자' like 'za' (voiced). It should be 'ja' (unvoiced).
Over-pronouncing the final 'p'. It should be a 'stop' sound.
Pronouncing '습' as 'sub' or 'soob'. The 'eu' sound is unique to Korean.
Confusing '자' with '차' (aspirated).
Making the 's' in '습' too sharp.

難易度

読解 2/5

Easy to recognize in texts, especially in school settings.

ライティング 3/5

Simple to write, but requires understanding the 'hada' verb conversion.

スピーキング 2/5

Pronunciation is straightforward for most learners.

リスニング 2/5

Commonly heard in daily life and media, easy to pick out.

次に学ぶべきこと

前提知識

공부 (study) 학교 (school) 하다 (to do) 시간 (time)

次に学ぶ

복습 (review) 예습 (preview) 학습 (learning) 성적 (grades)

上級

자기주도학습 (self-directed learning) 학문 (academic study) 연마 (honing/polishing)

知っておくべき文法

-기 위해(서) (In order to)

자습을 하기 위해서 도서관에 갔어요. (I went to the library in order to self-study.)

-기 싫다 (To not want to)

오늘은 정말 자습하기 싫어요. (I really don't want to self-study today.)

-는 동안 (While/During)

자습하는 동안에는 핸드폰을 보지 마세요. (Don't look at your phone while self-studying.)

-아야/어야 하다 (Must/Have to)

시험에 합격하려면 자습을 열심히 해야 해요. (To pass the exam, you must self-study hard.)

-ㄹ 수 있다 (Can/Be able to)

집에서도 충분히 자습할 수 있어요. (You can sufficiently self-study even at home.)

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오늘은 학교에서 자습을 해요.

Today I do self-study at school.

Noun + 을 해요 (object marker + do)

자습 시간이 있어요?

Is there a self-study time?

Noun + 이/가 있어요 (existence)

도서관에서 자습해요.

I self-study in the library.

Place + 에서 (location of action)

자습은 재미있어요.

Self-study is fun.

Noun + 은/는 (topic marker)

친구랑 같이 자습해요.

I self-study together with a friend.

Noun + (이)랑 같이 (together with)

지금 자습 중이에요.

I am in the middle of self-study now.

Noun + 중이에요 (in the middle of)

집에서 자습할 거예요.

I will self-study at home.

-ㄹ 거예요 (future tense)

자습이 끝났어요.

Self-study is finished.

Noun + 이/가 끝났어요 (finished)

선생님이 없어서 자습을 했어요.

There was no teacher, so we did self-study.

-아서/어서 (reason/cause)

내일 시험이라서 자습해야 돼요.

Since there's an exam tomorrow, I have to self-study.

-아야/어야 돼요 (obligation)

자습서를 샀어요.

I bought a self-study book.

Compound noun: 자습 + 서 (book)

어제는 세 시간 동안 자습했어요.

Yesterday, I self-studied for three hours.

Time + 동안 (duration)

조용히 자습하세요.

Please self-study quietly.

-으세요 (polite command)

자습하기 싫어요.

I don't want to self-study.

-기 싫다 (to not want to do something)

한국어 자습이 어려워요.

Korean self-study is difficult.

Adjective: 어렵다 (difficult)

학교에서 야간 자습을 해요.

We do night self-study at school.

Compound: 야간 (night) + 자습

자습 시간을 잘 활용하면 성적이 올라요.

If you use self-study time well, your grades will go up.

-면 (if/when)

학원 수업보다 자습이 더 중요한 것 같아요.

I think self-study is more important than academy classes.

Comparison: -보다 (than) + -것 같다 (it seems)

자습하다가 잠이 들었어요.

I fell asleep while self-studying.

-다가 (interruption of action)

스스로 계획을 세워서 자습해 보세요.

Try self-studying by making a plan yourself.

-아/어 보세요 (try doing)

자습실이 너무 시끄러워서 집중이 안 돼요.

The self-study room is too noisy, so I can't concentrate.

Noun + 실 (room) + -아/어서 (reason)

어려운 문제는 자습서의 해설을 참고하세요.

For difficult problems, refer to the explanation in the self-study book.

Object + 을/를 참고하다 (refer to)

방학 동안 매일 자습하기로 약속했어요.

I promised to self-study every day during the break.

-기로 하다 (decide/promise to do)

자습을 꾸준히 하는 것이 합격의 비결이에요.

Doing self-study consistently is the secret to passing.

-는 것 (gerund/noun phrase)

자습은 단순히 복습하는 것 이상의 의미가 있습니다.

Self-study has more meaning than simply reviewing.

- 이상의 (more than)

강제적인 야간 자습은 학생들에게 스트레스를 줍니다.

Mandatory night self-study gives students stress.

Adjective + 은/ㄴ (noun modifier)

효율적인 자습을 위해 스마트폰을 꺼 두세요.

Turn off your smartphone for efficient self-study.

-기 위해 (for the purpose of)

자습 능력을 기르는 것이 평생 교육의 핵심입니다.

Developing self-study skills is the core of lifelong education.

Noun + 을/를 기르다 (to develop/cultivate)

인터넷 강의를 들은 후에는 반드시 자습 시간이 필요합니다.

After listening to an online lecture, self-study time is definitely necessary.

-ㄴ 후에 (after doing)

자습 중에는 잡담을 삼가 주시기 바랍니다.

Please refrain from small talk during self-study.

-기 바랍니다 (please do/I hope)

그는 독학으로 시작했지만 결국 자습의 한계를 느꼈다.

He started by teaching himself but eventually felt the limits of self-study.

Noun + 의 한계 (limits of)

자습을 통해 자신만의 공부법을 찾아야 합니다.

You must find your own study method through self-study.

Noun + 을/를 통해 (through)

자습은 지식을 내면화하는 필수적인 과정입니다.

Self-study is an essential process for internalizing knowledge.

Noun + 화하다 (to turn into/internalize)

창의적인 사고는 타율적인 수업보다 자율적인 자습에서 나옵니다.

Creative thinking comes from autonomous self-study rather than passive classes.

Comparison: -보다 (than)

자습의 질을 높이기 위해서는 메타인지 능력이 중요합니다.

Metacognitive skills are important to improve the quality of self-study.

Noun + 의 질 (quality of)

교육계에서는 야간 자습의 자율화에 대한 논의가 활발합니다.

In the education sector, discussions about making night self-study optional are active.

Noun + 에 대한 (about/regarding)

고전 문헌을 자습하며 선인들의 지혜를 깨달았습니다.

While self-studying classical literature, I realized the wisdom of our ancestors.

-으며 (while doing/and)

자습은 고독한 투쟁이지만, 그 결과는 매우 달콤합니다.

Self-study is a lonely struggle, but the result is very sweet.

-이지만 (but/although)

디지털 시대의 자습은 정보의 선별 능력을 요구합니다.

Self-study in the digital age requires the ability to filter information.

Noun + 을/를 요구하다 (to require)

그는 외부와의 접촉을 끊고 오로지 자습에만 몰두했다.

He cut off contact with the outside world and immersed himself only in self-study.

Noun + 에 몰두하다 (to be immersed in)

자습의 본질은 지적 호기심을 스스로 충족시키는 데 있다.

The essence of self-study lies in satisfying one's intellectual curiosity by oneself.

Noun + 의 본질 (essence of)

현대 교육의 패러다임은 주입식 교육에서 자습 중심의 학습으로 변모하고 있다.

The paradigm of modern education is transforming from rote learning to self-study-centered learning.

-에서 -으로 (from... to...)

자습은 단순한 지식 습득을 넘어 자아 성찰의 도구가 되기도 한다.

Self-study goes beyond simple knowledge acquisition and sometimes becomes a tool for self-reflection.

Noun + 을/를 넘어 (beyond)

고도의 집중력을 요하는 자습은 정신적 수양의 일종이라 할 수 있다.

Self-study that requires high levels of concentration can be considered a form of mental cultivation.

-라 할 수 있다 (can be said to be)

학문적 성취는 타인의 지도보다 끈질긴 자습의 산물인 경우가 많다.

Academic achievement is often the product of persistent self-study rather than the guidance of others.

Noun + 의 산물 (product/result of)

자습을 게을리하는 자는 결코 지식의 깊이에 도달할 수 없다.

One who neglects self-study can never reach the depths of knowledge.

Noun + 을/를 게을리하다 (to neglect)

그의 철학은 방대한 독서와 치열한 자습을 통해 정립되었다.

His philosophy was established through extensive reading and fierce self-study.

Passive: -어/아지다/정립되다 (to be established)

자습은 지식의 바다를 스스로 항해하는 법을 배우는 과정이다.

Self-study is the process of learning how to navigate the sea of knowledge by oneself.

-는 법 (how to/method of)

よく使う組み合わせ

자습 시간

자습을 하다

야간 자습

자습서

자습실

자습을 시키다

자습에 집중하다

강제 자습

자습 감독

자습 중

よく使うフレーズ

자습 째다

— To skip or cut self-study time. This is slang used by students.

오늘 야자 째고 노래방 갈래? (Want to skip night self-study and go to karaoke?)

자습 돌리다

— To fill a class period with self-study instead of a lecture.

오늘은 수업 대신 자습 돌릴게요. (I'll let you self-study instead of having a class today.)

자습 분위기

— The atmosphere or environment of a self-study session.

우리 반은 자습 분위기가 아주 좋아요. (Our class has a very good self-study atmosphere.)

자습 계획

— A plan for what to study during independent study time.

자습 계획을 꼼꼼히 세워야 해요. (You should make a detailed self-study plan.)

자습 태도

— One's attitude or behavior during self-study.

그 학생은 자습 태도가 아주 훌륭하다. (That student has an excellent self-study attitude.)

자습 인원

— The number of people participating in a self-study session.

오늘 자습 인원을 파악해 주세요. (Please check the number of people self-studying today.)

자습용 교재

— Materials or textbooks intended for self-study use.

이 책은 자습용 교재로 인기가 많아요. (This book is popular as a self-study material.)

자습 시간표

— A schedule specifically for self-study hours.

자습 시간표가 변경되었습니다. (The self-study schedule has been changed.)

자습 공간

— A space designated for studying alone.

쾌적한 자습 공간을 제공합니다. (We provide a pleasant self-study space.)

자습 관리

— The management or supervision of self-study sessions.

우리 학원은 자습 관리가 철저합니다. (Our academy has strict self-study management.)

よく混同される語

자습 vs 독학

Dokhak is 'self-taught' (no school), Jaseup is 'self-study' (usually within a school context).

자습 vs 복습

Bokseup is 'reviewing' past material, while Jaseup is the 'act' of studying alone.

자습 vs 연습

Yeonseup is 'practice' (often physical or repetitive), Jaseup is academic 'study' alone.

慣用句と表現

"자습은 엉덩이 싸움이다"

— Self-study is a battle of the buttocks. It means that the person who can sit still for the longest time wins (studies best).

결국 자습은 엉덩이 싸움이야, 오래 앉아 있어야 해.

Informal

"눈 감고 자습하기"

— Literally 'self-studying with eyes closed.' Used to describe someone who is pretending to study but actually sleeping or daydreaming.

너 어제 눈 감고 자습하더라?

Informal

"자습 귀신"

— Someone who spends an incredible amount of time self-studying, as if they are a ghost haunting the study hall.

그는 도서관 자습 귀신으로 유명해.

Slang

"야자 타임"

— While 'yaja' means night self-study, 'Yaja Time' is an idiom for a game where social hierarchy is reversed (younger people speak informally to elders). This is a pun on the word.

우리 오늘 야자 타임 한번 할까?

Slang/Informal

"자습의 늪"

— The swamp of self-study. Refers to the feeling of being stuck in endless hours of studying without an end in sight.

시험 기간에는 자습의 늪에 빠진 것 같아.

Informal

"책과 씨름하다"

— To wrestle with books. Often used to describe intense self-study.

주말 내내 책과 씨름하며 자습했어요.

Neutral

"머리에 기름을 치다"

— To oil the brain. To prepare oneself for intense study or self-study.

자습하기 전에 머리에 기름 좀 쳐야겠어.

Informal

"코를 박고 자습하다"

— To self-study with one's nose buried in a book. Indicates very intense focus.

그는 하루 종일 책에 코를 박고 자습만 한다.

Neutral

"자습으로 뼈를 깎다"

— To carve one's bones through self-study. To study with extreme, painful diligence.

그는 뼈를 깎는 자습 끝에 합격했다.

Literary

"자습의 정석"

— The 'standard' or 'bible' of self-study. Refers to the perfect way to study alone.

그의 공부법은 자습의 정석이라고 불린다.

Neutral

間違えやすい

자습 vs 학습 (Hakseup)

Both contain 'seup' (practice/learn).

Hakseup is the general noun for 'learning.' Jaseup is specifically 'self-learning.'

효과적인 학습을 위해 자습이 필요하다. (Self-study is needed for effective learning.)

자습 vs 강습 (Gangseup)

Both contain 'seup'.

Gangseup involves a short-term course or training session led by someone else. Jaseup is by yourself.

수영 강습을 받은 후 자습을 했다. (I did self-study after taking a swimming lesson.)

자습 vs 실습 (Silseup)

Both contain 'seup'.

Silseup is 'practical training' or 'internship' where you apply what you learned. Jaseup is theoretical study alone.

병원 실습을 마치고 도서관에서 자습했다. (After finishing the hospital practical training, I self-studied in the library.)

자습 vs 수습 (Suseup)

Sounds similar.

Suseup means 'probation' or 'to handle/resolve a situation.' It has nothing to do with studying.

사태 수습이 먼저다. (Resolving the situation comes first.)

자습 vs 자취 (Jachwi)

Both start with 'Ja' (self).

Jachwi means 'living alone' (cooking/cleaning for oneself). Jaseup is studying alone.

자취하면서 자습하는 것은 힘들다. (It's hard to self-study while living alone.)

文型パターン

[Place]에서 자습해요.

학교에서 자습해요.

[Time] 동안 자습했어요.

두 시간 동안 자습했어요.

[Reason] 때문에 자습해야 돼요.

시험 때문에 자습해야 돼요.

자습하면서 [Action] 해요.

자습하면서 음악을 들어요.

자습을 통해 [Result].

자습을 통해 실력을 키웠어요.

자습에 [Emotion].

자습에 집중하기가 어려워요.

자습이야말로 [Definition].

자습이야말로 진정한 공부의 시작입니다.

자습의 본질은 [Philosophical Point].

자습의 본질은 스스로 답을 찾는 과정에 있다.

語族

名詞

자습 (self-study)

자습서 (self-study book)

자습실 (self-study room)

자습생 (self-studying student)

動詞

자습하다 (to self-study)

자습시키다 (to make someone self-study)

形容詞

자율적이다 (to be autonomous - related concept)

자기주도적이다 (to be self-directed)

使い方

frequency

Very common in educational contexts; moderate in general adult life.

よくある間違い

Using '자습' for self-teaching a hobby. → Use '독학' for self-teaching.
자습 is for academic/curriculum study. Learning guitar on your own is '독학'.
Saying '자습해요' to mean 'I'm teaching myself'. → Say '혼자 공부해요' or '독학해요'.
자습하다 specifically means the act of studying alone, often material you were already given.
Pronouncing '자습' as 'za-sub'. → Pronounce as 'ja-seup'.
Korean 'j' is unvoiced, and 'eu' is not 'u'.
Confusing '자습' with '복습'. → Use '복습' for reviewing, '자습' for the general act of studying alone.
You can '복습' during '자습', but they are not the same thing.
Using '자습' for group work. → Use '그룹 공부' or '모둠 활동'.
The '자' (self) in 자습 means it must be done alone.

ヒント

Turn it into a verb

Just add '하다' to '자습' to make it '자습하다'. This is the most common way to use it in a sentence.

Know 'Yaja'

If you're talking to Koreans about school, mentioning '야자' (night self-study) will immediately show you understand their culture.

The 'Seup' Family

Remember that 'seup' (습) means practice. Connect '자습' with '복습' (review) and '예습' (preview) to learn three words at once.

Implying Silence

When you say you are '자습'ing, it implies you are being quiet and focused. Don't use it for noisy group activities.

Pronunciation of 'P'

The final 'p' in 'jaseup' is not puffed out. It's a 'stop' sound where you just close your lips.

Using 'Jaseup-seo'

If you are looking for Korean learning materials, search for '한국어 자습서' to find books designed for independent learners.

Signage

Look for signs in Korean libraries that say '자습실' (Self-study room) to find the quietest place to work.

Beyond School

While academic, adults preparing for professional exams also use '자습' to describe their solitary study hours.

The Power of Hanja

Knowing that '자' (自) means 'self' will help you understand dozens of other words like '자신' (self-confidence) and '자동차' (self-moving car/automobile).

Schedule it

In your own study plan, label your solitary study time as '자습 시간' to get into a focused Korean mindset.

暗記しよう

記憶術

Think of 'JA' as 'Just Alone' and 'SEUP' as 'Study Every Useful Page.' JA-SEUP = Just Alone Study Every Useful Page.

視覚的連想

Visualize a student in a quiet room with a single lamp, a desk, and a book, with no one else around. The silence represents '자습'.

Word Web

School Library Silence Textbook Homework Exam Discipline Autonomy

チャレンジ

Try to spend 30 minutes today doing '자습' for Korean. Set a timer, put away your phone, and review this JSON file without any outside help.

語源

From the Hanja characters 自 (자) meaning 'self' and 習 (습) meaning 'to practice' or 'to learn.'

元の意味： The original meaning in Classical Chinese was to practice something by oneself repeatedly until it became a habit.

Sino-Korean (derived from Chinese characters).

文化的な背景

Be mindful that for many Koreans, '자습' (particularly '야자') can be a source of trauma or stress due to the intense pressure of the education system.

In English-speaking countries, 'self-study' is often seen as an optional extra or something done for personal interest (like hobbies). In Korea, '자습' is an integral, scheduled part of formal education.

The K-drama 'Sky Castle' depicts the extreme lengths parents go to provide the perfect '자습' environment. The movie 'Whispering Corridors' features scenes of night self-study as a setting for horror and social pressure. Webtoon 'Lookism' often shows characters studying in '자습실' to escape their social realities.

実生活で練習する

実際の使用場面

At School

자습 시간이에요.
야자 언제 끝나요?
자습 감독 선생님 누구야?
자습실 자리 있어요?

At the Library

여기서 자습해도 돼요?
자습하기 좋은 곳 추천해 줘.
조용히 자습합시다.
자습용 책상이 넓어요.

At Home

집에서 자습이 안 돼요.
자습서를 펴세요.
오늘 자습 다 했니?
자습 계획을 세웠어요.

In an Academy (Hagwon)

수업 후에 자습실을 이용하세요.
자습 관리가 엄격해요.
자습 시간에 질문해도 돼요?
자습 교재를 가져오세요.

Talking about Habits

매일 두 시간씩 자습해요.
자습하는 습관이 중요해요.
혼자 자습하는 게 편해요.
자습 덕분에 성적이 올랐어요.

会話のきっかけ

"오늘 자습 시간은 몇 시부터예요? (From what time is self-study today?)"

"보통 어디에서 자습하는 걸 좋아하세요? (Where do you usually like to self-study?)"

"한국의 야간 자습 문화에 대해 어떻게 생각하세요? (What do you think about Korea's night self-study culture?)"

"자습할 때 가장 집중이 잘 되는 시간은 언제예요? (When is the time you concentrate best during self-study?)"

"추천할 만한 한국어 자습서가 있나요? (Is there a Korean self-study book you'd recommend?)"

日記のテーマ

오늘 내가 자습한 내용에 대해 써 보세요. (Write about what you self-studied today.)

자습을 할 때 가장 큰 방해 요소는 무엇인가요? (What is the biggest distraction when you self-study?)

자신만의 효율적인 자습 방법이 있다면 소개해 보세요. (If you have your own efficient self-study method, please introduce it.)

내가 만약 선생님이라면, 학생들에게 자습을 시킬까요? (If I were a teacher, would I make my students self-study?)

자습을 통해 무언가를 마스터했던 경험이 있나요? (Do you have an experience of mastering something through self-study?)

よくある質問

10 問

No, while it's most common in school settings, you can '자습' anywhere—at home, in a library, or in a cafe. It simply means you are studying without a teacher's direct instruction.

It's rarely used for hobbies. For hobbies like cooking or guitar, '독학' (self-taught) or '연습' (practice) are much more natural choices. '자습' is almost exclusively academic.

Historically, it was mandatory in most high schools. Nowadays, many schools have made it optional or replaced it with other programs, but the culture of staying late to study remains very strong.

It is a comprehensive workbook that matches a specific school textbook. It contains the textbook content plus detailed explanations and answers so a student can study the curriculum alone.

Not exactly. Homework (숙제) is a specific task assigned by a teacher. '자습' is the act or the period of studying. You might do your homework during '자습 시간' (self-study time).

You can say '지금 자습하고 있어요' (Jigeum jaseup-hago isseoyo) or '자습 중입니다' (Jaseup jung-imnida) in a formal setting.

'혼자 공부' (studying alone) is perfectly fine and used often. '자습' is a more formal, Sino-Korean term that sounds more 'academic' or 'scheduled.'

No. '자습' specifically means studying by yourself. For group study, you should use '그룹 스터디' or '모둠 학습'.

Less often. University students usually use '공부' or '시험 준비'. '자습' is very strongly associated with middle and high school life.

It means 'voluntary self-study.' It emphasizes that the student chose to study on their own, rather than being forced by a school schedule.

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