A team member is an individual who collaborates with others within a group to achieve a shared objective.
Word in 30 Seconds
- A person who belongs to a specific team or group.
- Used to describe colleagues working toward a common goal.
- Commonly used in professional and academic settings.
개요
'팀원(Team Member)'은 '팀(Team)'과 '원(員, 사람 원)'이 결합된 단어로, 공동의 목표를 위해 협력하는 집단의 일원을 뜻합니다. 2) 사용 패턴: 보통 '팀원들과 함께', '새로운 팀원을 뽑다', '팀원 중 한 명'과 같은 형태로 쓰입니다. 3) 공통 문맥: 주로 직장 내 프로젝트 팀, 스포츠 구단, 동아리 등 협동이 필요한 환경에서 자주 등장합니다. 4) 유의어 비교: '동료(Colleague)'가 같은 직장에서 일하는 사람을 폭넓게 일컫는다면, '팀원'은 특정 프로젝트나 소규모 그룹에 소속된 관계를 더 강조합니다.
Examples
우리 팀원들은 모두 열심히 일합니다.
everydayAll my team members work hard.
팀원 여러분의 협조가 필요합니다.
formalI need the cooperation of all team members.
새 팀원이 정말 성격이 좋아.
informalThe new team member has a great personality.
Common Collocations
Common Phrases
팀원 소개
Introduction of team members
팀원 모집
Recruiting team members
Often Confused With
Colleague refers to anyone working in the same company, whereas team member refers to someone in your specific group.
Grammar Patterns
How to Use It
Usage Notes
The word is neutral and fits both formal and informal settings. Always use '님' or a professional title when referring to someone older or higher in rank. It is a very common term in modern corporate Korea.
Common Mistakes
Some learners confuse '팀원' with '팀장(Team Leader)'. Remember that '원' means member, while '장' means head or leader. Ensure you use the correct term to avoid confusion about hierarchy.
Tips
Use with honorifics
Always add a suffix like '님' when addressing a team member in a professional Korean environment to maintain respect.
Avoid using it for superiors
While a manager is technically part of the team, it is more polite to address them by their job title rather than calling them a 'team member'.
Team-oriented culture
Korean culture places high importance on group harmony, making the term 'team member' highly significant in fostering a sense of belonging.
Word Origin
Derived from the English 'Team' and the Sino-Korean character '員' (person/member). It is a loan-translation widely adopted in modern Korean business language.
Cultural Context
In Korea, the concept of a 'team' is central to work ethics. Being a good 'team member' is often associated with being cooperative and respectful.
Memory Tip
Think of 'Team' + 'One' (person). A team member is just 'one' person who makes up the team.
Frequently Asked Questions
3 questions동료는 같은 직장에 다니는 사람을 통칭하는 넓은 의미입니다. 반면 팀원은 같은 팀이나 프로젝트에 소속되어 직접적으로 협력하는 관계를 의미합니다.
직장에서는 보통 'OOO 님'이나 직급을 붙여 부릅니다. 친한 사이라면 'OO 씨'라고 부르기도 합니다.
보통 '팀원을 충원하다' 또는 '새 팀원을 맞이하다'라는 표현을 주로 사용합니다.
Test Yourself
우리 팀의 새로운 ___이(가) 내일 출근합니다.
새로 합류하는 사람을 지칭하므로 팀원이 적절합니다.
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Summary
A team member is an individual who collaborates with others within a group to achieve a shared objective.
- A person who belongs to a specific team or group.
- Used to describe colleagues working toward a common goal.
- Commonly used in professional and academic settings.
Use with honorifics
Always add a suffix like '님' when addressing a team member in a professional Korean environment to maintain respect.
Avoid using it for superiors
While a manager is technically part of the team, it is more polite to address them by their job title rather than calling them a 'team member'.
Team-oriented culture
Korean culture places high importance on group harmony, making the term 'team member' highly significant in fostering a sense of belonging.
Examples
3 of 3우리 팀원들은 모두 열심히 일합니다.
All my team members work hard.
팀원 여러분의 협조가 필요합니다.
I need the cooperation of all team members.
새 팀원이 정말 성격이 좋아.
The new team member has a great personality.
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