제한적
Restricted by specific boundaries, rules, or limited availability.
제한적 in 30 Seconds
- Refers to something limited in scope or quantity.
- Often used to describe restricted conditions or access.
- Implies a boundary that cannot be easily crossed.
개요
'제한적'은 한자어 '제한(制限)'에 접미사 '-적'이 붙은 형태로, 어떤 범위나 한계를 넘어설 수 없다는 상태를 나타냅니다. 2) 사용 패턴: 주로 '제한적인 환경', '제한적인 정보', '제한적인 성공'처럼 명사를 수식하거나 '~이 제한적이다'와 같이 서술어로 쓰입니다. 3) 공통 문맥: 일상생활에서는 시간이나 예산이 부족할 때, 학술적으로는 연구의 범위가 좁을 때, 사회적으로는 권한이 규제될 때 자주 등장합니다. 4) 유의어 비교: '한정적'과 비슷하지만, '제한적'은 외부의 규칙이나 조건에 의해 막혀 있다는 뉘앙스가 더 강합니다.
Examples
이번 연구는 제한적인 정보로 진행되었습니다.
academicThis research was conducted with limited information.
시간이 제한적이라서 핵심만 말하겠습니다.
everydaySince time is limited, I will only speak about the main points.
그의 영향력은 매우 제한적입니다.
formalHis influence is very limited.
제한적인 조건에서만 사용 가능합니다.
formalIt can only be used under limited conditions.
Common Collocations
Common Phrases
정보가 제한적이다
information is limited
제한적으로 허용하다
allow restrictedly
제한적인 성공
limited success
Often Confused With
Grammar Patterns
How to Use It
Usage Notes
This word is formal and commonly used in written communication, news, and business reports. It is less common in casual spoken conversation. It typically requires a noun or a verb that denotes a state of being.
Common Mistakes
Learners often use it to replace 'few' or 'small'. Remember that it describes the condition or nature of the limitation, not just the size itself. Avoid using it for physical objects that are just 'small'.
Tips
Use it to describe constraints
Don't confuse with 'limited' time
Formal business context usage
Word Origin
Derived from the Hanja '制限' (limit/restrict) and the suffix '-적' (adjective-forming). It is a standard Sino-Korean word used to define boundaries.
Cultural Context
In Korean society, using this term adds a level of professionalism and objectivity. It is preferred in academic and professional settings over simpler terms like '작은'.
Memory Tip
Think of a 'fence' (제한) around an area. The area is 'restricted' (제한적) because it is inside the fence.
Frequently Asked Questions
4 questionsTest Yourself
우리 회사는 예산이 ___이라서 이번 프로젝트를 크게 시작하기 어렵습니다.
예산이 적다는 상황을 설명하므로 '제한적'이 적절합니다.
Score: /1
Summary
Restricted by specific boundaries, rules, or limited availability.
- Refers to something limited in scope or quantity.
- Often used to describe restricted conditions or access.
- Implies a boundary that cannot be easily crossed.
Use it to describe constraints
Don't confuse with 'limited' time
Formal business context usage
Examples
4 of 4이번 연구는 제한적인 정보로 진행되었습니다.
This research was conducted with limited information.
시간이 제한적이라서 핵심만 말하겠습니다.
Since time is limited, I will only speak about the main points.
그의 영향력은 매우 제한적입니다.
His influence is very limited.
제한적인 조건에서만 사용 가능합니다.
It can only be used under limited conditions.
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추상
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