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독립하다

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Explanation 독립하다 in your Level:

At the A1 level, you can think of '독립하다' as 'moving out.' While the word itself might be a bit advanced for absolute beginners, you will encounter it when people talk about their families. Imagine a student saying, 'I don't live with my parents.' In Korean, they might say they '독립했어요' (became independent). It's the opposite of living together (같이 살다). You can use it simply: 'I want to 독립 (be independent).' Focus on the idea of living in your own house and paying for your own food. It is a big 'Step 1' in growing up.

At the A2 level, you should understand that '독립하다' is a verb used for both people and countries. You will learn to use it with the particle '-(으)로부터' which means 'from.' For example, '부모님으로부터 독립해요' means 'I am becoming independent from my parents.' You can also use it to talk about history in a simple way. You might learn that Korea's Independence Day is a very important holiday. At this level, you start to see that independence is not just about moving houses, but about being the 'boss' of your own life.

At the B1 level, you can use '독립하다' to discuss more complex topics like '경제적 독립' (financial independence). You can explain your future plans using this word, such as 'I plan to become independent after I get a job.' You will also notice the adverb '독립적으로' (independently) being used to describe how someone works or studies. You can distinguish between '독립' (the noun) and '독립하다' (the verb). This is also where you might start reading simple news articles about '독립 영화' (indie movies) or '독립 출판' (indie publishing).

At the B2 level, you should be comfortable using '독립하다' in formal discussions about society and history. You can discuss the nuances between '독립' and '자립' (self-reliance). You might talk about the '독립문' (Independence Gate) and its historical significance. In a business context, you can describe how a startup '독립'ed from an incubator. You understand that this word carries a strong sense of agency and responsibility. You can also use it metaphorically, such as '독립적인 사고' (independent thinking), to describe someone who doesn't just follow the crowd.

At the C1 level, '독립하다' becomes a tool for analyzing geopolitical shifts and philosophical concepts. You can debate the '독립성' (independence) of the media or the judiciary. You are aware of the phonological changes [동닙] and use the word naturally in high-level academic writing. You can explore the historical '독립 운동' (independence movements) in depth, using specific terminology. You also understand the cultural implications of '독립' in a society that is rapidly changing from collectivist to individualist, and how this affects the elderly and the youth.

At the C2 level, you have a mastery of '독립하다' that includes its most subtle connotations. You can use it in literary analysis to describe a character's arc toward autonomy. You understand its role in legal documents and international treaties. You can discuss the '독립 변수' (independent variable) in complex scientific research. You are familiar with idioms and proverbs related to standing alone. Your usage reflects an understanding of the word's weight in Korean history, its utility in modern sociology, and its precision in technical fields.

Practice it Examples Notes & Tips

독립하다 in 30 Seconds

To become independent, either personally by moving out or nationally by gaining sovereignty.
Commonly used when young adults move out of their parents' home to live alone.
Essential historical term for Korea's liberation from Japanese colonial rule.
Used in business and science to describe entities or variables that function alone.

The Korean verb 독립하다 (dongnipada) is a cornerstone of both personal development and national identity. At its most fundamental level, it means 'to become independent' or 'to stand alone.' In a modern social context, it most frequently refers to the act of a young adult moving out of their parents' home and supporting themselves financially and emotionally. This is a significant milestone in Korean culture, where multi-generational living was traditionally the norm. However, the word carries a weightier historical connotation as well, referring to a nation gaining sovereignty or a territory breaking away from colonial rule. When you hear this word, you should first determine if the speaker is talking about a person's life stage or a country's history.

Personal Autonomy: Refers to moving out, paying one's own bills, and making life decisions without parental oversight.

드디어 부모님 집에서 독립하다. (Finally becoming independent from my parents' house.)

Beyond the physical act of moving, it can describe intellectual or professional independence. For instance, an employee might '독립하다' from a large firm to start their own boutique agency. In this sense, it is synonymous with 'starting one's own venture.' The nuances of the word suggest a transition from a state of reliance to a state of self-sufficiency. It is an active process, often involving struggle and the assumption of new responsibilities. In academic settings, you might discuss the '독립성' (independence) of a research variable or the '독립적인' (independent) nature of a judicial branch.

Historical Context: In South Korea, this word is inextricably linked to the liberation from Japanese colonial rule in 1945.

한국은 1945년에 독립했다. (Korea became independent in 1945.)

Using 독립하다 correctly requires understanding its grammatical particles. Most commonly, you use the particle -에서 (from) or -로부터 (from) to indicate the source of independence. For example, '부모님으로부터 독립하다' (to become independent from parents). When discussing a country, you might use '식민지 통제에서 독립하다' (to become independent from colonial control). The verb is an active process, so it often appears with volitional endings like -고 싶다 (want to) or -기로 결심하다 (decide to).

Common Grammatical Patterns: [Target] + (으)로부터 독립하다: To become independent from [Target].

저는 내년에 경제적으로 독립하고 싶어요. (I want to become economically independent next year.)

Another important usage is in the adverbial form, 독립적으로 (independently). This is used to describe how an action is performed without outside help. For instance, '학생들이 독립적으로 문제를 해결했다' (The students solved the problem independently). In technical or business contexts, you might hear about '독립된 부서' (an independent department), which functions without interference from other parts of the organization. The verb can also be used in the passive sense in some contexts, but '독립하다' itself is an intransitive verb that focuses on the subject's state change.

Usage in Business: Used when a subsidiary breaks off from a parent company to become its own legal entity.

그 회사는 대기업에서 독립하여 새로 설립되었습니다. (That company was newly established after becoming independent from a large corporation.)

In daily life, you will hear 독립하다 most often in conversations about living arrangements. Among college students and young professionals, discussing when to '독립' is a frequent topic. It implies moving into a 'one-room' (studio apartment) and managing one's own life. In Korean dramas, a common plot point involves a character fighting for their '독립' against overbearing parents. This emotional and physical separation is seen as a rite of passage into adulthood. You'll also encounter it in the news, particularly on August 15th, which is Gwangbokjeol (Restoration of Light Day), Korea's independence day.

News & Media: Used in reports about international relations, such as '스코틀랜드의 독립 투표' (Scotland's independence vote).

독립 운동가들의 희생을 잊지 맙시다. (Let's not forget the sacrifices of the independence activists.)

In the creative world, you will hear the term '독립 영화' (independent film) or '독립 출판' (independent publishing). These terms refer to works produced outside the major studio or publishing house systems. This usage mirrors the English 'indie.' If someone says they enjoy '독립 음악' (indie music), they are referring to artists who maintain creative control and '독립' from major labels. Furthermore, in psychological contexts, therapists might discuss '심리적 독립' (psychological independence), referring to a person's ability to maintain their own identity and values within a relationship or family.

Professional Development: Used when a professional (like a lawyer or accountant) leaves a firm to open their own practice.

그는 10년 동안 일하던 로펌에서 독립했다. (He became independent from the law firm where he worked for 10 years.)

One of the most frequent mistakes learners make is confusing 독립하다 with 자립하다 (to be self-reliant). While they are very similar, '독립' emphasizes the act of separating from a previous source of support, whereas '자립' focuses on the internal strength and resources needed to stand on one's own. For example, a country '독립' from a colony, but a person with a disability might '자립' by learning new skills to live without constant assistance. Another mistake is using '독립하다' when you simply mean 'to move' (이사하다). If you are moving from one apartment to another but still depend on your parents' money, you haven't '독립'ed; you've just '이사'ed.

Collocation Errors: Avoid saying '독립을 하다' in contexts where the simple verb '독립하다' is more natural, though both are technically correct.

틀린 표현: 저는 어제 새로운 아파트로 독립했어요. (Wrong if you just moved house.)

Learners also struggle with the pronunciation. The 'ㄱ' in '독' meets the 'ㄹ' in '립', causing a sound change (nasalization). It is pronounced as [동닙하다] (dong-nip-ha-da), not [독립하다] (dok-rip-ha-da). Failing to apply this phonological rule can make your speech sound unnatural. Additionally, be careful with the nuance of '독립.' In some cultures, independence is purely positive, but in the Korean context, it can sometimes carry a tinge of loneliness or the heavy burden of responsibility, especially in discussions about '고독사' (dying alone) or the 'N-po generation' who struggle to achieve the financial stability required for true '독립'.

Pronunciation Trap: Remember the 'ㄴ' sound: [동닙]. This is due to the 'Liquidization' and 'Nasalization' rules in Korean phonology.

발음 연습: [동닙하다]

To enrich your Korean vocabulary, it is helpful to compare 독립하다 with related terms. As mentioned, 자립하다 (to be self-reliant) is a close cousin. While '독립' is about breaking away, '자립' is about standing firm on your own feet. Another related term is 해방되다 (to be liberated). This is almost exclusively used in historical or political contexts, or metaphorically to describe being freed from a heavy burden or a bad relationship. You wouldn't say you '해방' from your parents unless the situation was extremely oppressive.

독립하다 vs. 자립하다: 독립: Focus on separation/autonomy. 자립: Focus on ability/self-sufficiency.

그는 경제적 자립을 위해 열심히 일한다. (He works hard for economic self-reliance.)

In informal settings, young people often use the phrase 혼자 살다 (to live alone) or 자취하다 (to live away from home, usually for school or work, and cook for oneself). While '독립하다' sounds more official and permanent, '자취하다' is the everyday term for the lifestyle of living in a small studio. For businesses, 분사하다 (to spin off) is a more technical alternative when a branch becomes its own company. Lastly, 홀로서기 is a beautiful, more poetic way to describe the process of becoming independent, often used in book titles or song lyrics to describe the emotional journey of maturing.

Synonym Comparison: 분리하다 (To separate): Focuses on the physical act of splitting things apart.

부속 건물을 본관에서 분리했다. (The annex was separated from the main building.)

How Formal Is It?

Fun Fact

The character 獨 (dok) also appears in '독신' (single/unmarried) and '고독' (loneliness).

Pronunciation Guide

UK /tôŋ.nip.ɦa.da/

US /tôŋ.nip.ɦa.da/

The stress is balanced across syllables, but '동' and '닙' are slightly more prominent.

Rhymes With

조립하다 (to assemble) 성립하다 (to be established) 대립하다 (to oppose) 양립하다 (to coexist) 정립하다 (to set up) 고립하다 (to isolate) 공립하다 (to be public) 사립하다 (to be private)

Common Errors

Pronouncing it literally as [dok-rip-ha-da].
Forgetting the 'n' sound in 'nip'.
Making the 'p' in 'nip' too strong (it should be an unreleased stop).
Confusing the 'h' sound in 'ha' with a 'p' sound.
Vowel length errors in 'dok'.

Difficulty Rating

Reading 2/5

Easy to recognize in texts due to frequent use.

Writing 3/5

Requires correct particle usage (로부터/에서).

Speaking 4/5

The sound change [동닙] is tricky for beginners.

Listening 3/5

Must recognize the nasalized pronunciation.

What to Learn Next

Prerequisites

살다 (to live) 혼자 (alone) 부모님 (parents) 나라 (country) 자유 (freedom)

Learn Next

자립하다 (to be self-reliant) 해방 (liberation) 주권 (sovereignty) 의존하다 (to depend) 이사하다 (to move)

Advanced

독립 채산제 독립 변수 독립 선언서 광복 분가

Grammar to Know

-(으)로부터 (From)

부모님으로부터 독립하다.

-(으)로 (By/As)

경제적으로 독립하다.

-기 위해 (For the sake of)

독립하기 위해 돈을 모아요.

-(으)ㄴ 것 (Past noun form)

그가 독립한 사실을 몰랐어요.

-아/어지다 (Become)

생활이 점점 독립적으로 변해져요.

Examples by Level

저는 독립하고 싶어요.

I want to be independent.

-고 싶다 (want to)

형은 작년에 독립했어요.

My older brother became independent last year.

-았/었어요 (past tense)

혼자 살면 독립이에요?

Is it independence if I live alone?

Noun + 이에요? (Is it...?)

독립은 힘들어요.

Independence is hard.

Subject particle -은

우리 언니는 독립했어요.

My older sister moved out (became independent).

Honorific-neutral

언제 독립해요?

When are you becoming independent?

Interrogative

빨리 독립하고 싶어.

I want to be independent quickly.

Informal (Banmal)

돈이 없어서 독립 못 해요.

I can't be independent because I have no money.

못 (cannot)

부모님으로부터 독립했어요.

I became independent from my parents.

-로부터 (from)

한국의 독립기념일은 8월 15일입니다.

Korea's Independence Day is August 15th.

Formal style -입니다

경제적으로 독립하는 것이 중요해요.

It is important to become economically independent.

-는 것 (nominalizer)

그 나라는 작년에 독립했다.

That country became independent last year.

Plain style -했다

저는 독립해서 혼자 살아요.

I became independent and live alone.

-아서/어서 (and so/then)

독립하려면 돈이 많이 필요해요.

To become independent, you need a lot of money.

-(으)려면 (if you intend to)

그는 독립적인 성격이에요.

He has an independent personality.

-적인 (suffix for adjectives)

우리는 독립을 위해 싸웠어요.

We fought for independence.

-를 위해 (for the sake of)

대학을 졸업하면 바로 독립할 거예요.

I will become independent as soon as I graduate college.

-(으)면 (if/when)

독립 영화를 보는 것을 좋아해요.

I like watching independent films.

Object marker -를

그 회사는 모기업에서 독립했습니다.

That company became independent from its parent company.

Business context

진정한 독립은 정신적인 독립이다.

True independence is mental independence.

Abstract concept

독립적으로 일하는 것이 편해요.

It's comfortable to work independently.

Adverbial -적으로

그녀는 일찍 독립해서 자립심이 강해요.

She became independent early, so her self-reliance is strong.

Compound sentence

미국은 영국으로부터 독립했다.

The US became independent from the UK.

Historical fact

독립 선언문을 읽어 보셨나요?

Have you tried reading the Declaration of Independence?

-아/어 보다 (to try doing)

사법부의 독립은 민주주의의 핵심이다.

The independence of the judiciary is the core of democracy.

Political terminology

그 작가는 독립 출판으로 책을 냈다.

That author published a book through independent publishing.

Instrumental particle -으로

청년들의 독립을 지원하는 정책이 필요하다.

Policies to support the independence of young people are needed.

Passive voice -필요하다

그는 부모님께 의지하지 않고 독립적으로 결정했다.

He decided independently without relying on his parents.

-지 않고 (without doing)

식민지 지배에서 독립하기까지 오랜 시간이 걸렸다.

It took a long time to become independent from colonial rule.

-기까지 (until doing)

이 부서는 독립된 예산을 가지고 있습니다.

This department has an independent budget.

Determiner form -된

그는 밴드에서 독립하여 솔로로 데뷔했다.

He became independent from the band and debuted as a solo artist.

Entertainment context

데이터의 독립성을 확보하는 것이 과제입니다.

Securing the independence of the data is the task.

Technical context

중앙은행의 독립성은 물가 안정에 필수적이다.

The independence of the central bank is essential for price stability.

Economic terminology

그 나라는 오랜 투쟁 끝에 마침내 독립했다.

That country finally became independent after a long struggle.

Noun + 끝에 (after/at the end of)

현대 사회에서 진정한 독립의 의미는 무엇인가?

What is the meaning of true independence in modern society?

Rhetorical question

그는 스승의 그늘에서 벗어나 독립적인 예술 세계를 구축했다.

He broke away from his master's shadow and built an independent artistic world.

Metaphorical usage

독립 변수와 종속 변수의 관계를 분석해야 한다.

We must analyze the relationship between independent and dependent variables.

Statistical terminology

언론의 독립이 침해되어서는 안 된다.

The independence of the press must not be infringed upon.

-어서는 안 된다 (must not)

그는 가문에서 독립하여 자신만의 길을 개척했다.

He became independent from his family clan and blazed his own trail.

Literary style

독립 채산제를 도입하여 효율성을 높였다.

They improved efficiency by introducing an independent accounting system.

Advanced business term

주권 국가로서의 독립을 대외적으로 선포했다.

They externally proclaimed their independence as a sovereign state.

Formal proclamation

개인의 독립성과 공동체의 조화는 영원한 숙제다.

The harmony between individual independence and the community is an eternal task.

Philosophical discourse

그 이론은 기존 학설로부터 완전히 독립해 있다.

That theory is completely independent of existing doctrines.

-해 있다 (state of being)

식민지 사관에서 벗어나 독립적 사관을 정립해야 한다.

We must break away from a colonial perspective and establish an independent historical view.

Historiographical context

그는 조직의 논리에 매몰되지 않고 독립적인 판단을 내렸다.

He did not get buried in the organization's logic and made an independent judgment.

Complex negative construction

범정부적 차원에서 독립 기구 설립을 추진 중이다.

The establishment of an independent body is being promoted at the pan-governmental level.

Administrative terminology

예술의 독립성은 정치적 압력으로부터 자유로워야 한다.

The independence of art must be free from political pressure.

Normative statement

독립적인 인격체로서 서로를 존중해야 합니다.

We must respect each other as independent beings.

Ethical statement

Common Collocations

경제적으로 독립하다

부모님으로부터 독립하다

식민지에서 독립하다

독립을 선언하다

독립을 쟁취하다

정신적으로 독립하다

독립된 공간

독립 영화

독립 운동

독립 채산제

Common Phrases

독립 기념일

— Independence Day. A national holiday celebrating freedom.

독립 기념일에는 불꽃놀이를 합니다.

독립 투사

— Independence fighter. Someone who fought for national freedom.

그는 존경받는 독립 투사였다.

경제적 독립

— Financial independence. Not needing money from others.

경제적 독립은 자유의 시작이다.

심리적 독립

— Psychological independence. Being emotionally self-sufficient.

심리적 독립이 안 된 성인들이 많다.

독립 만세

— Long live independence! A historical cheer for freedom.

사람들이 거리에서 독립 만세를 외쳤다.

독립 선언

— Declaration of independence. An official statement of autonomy.

독립 선언문은 역사적인 문서다.

독립 국가

— Independent state. A sovereign country.

우리는 당당한 독립 국가다.

독립적인 판단

— Independent judgment. Making a decision on one's own.

독립적인 판단을 내리는 것이 중요하다.

독립 부서

— Independent department. A section that works alone.

그 팀은 독립 부서로 운영된다.

독립 생활

— Independent life. Living alone and supporting oneself.

독립 생활은 생각보다 외롭다.

Often Confused With

독립하다 vs 자립하다

Focuses on internal ability to support oneself rather than the act of separation.

독립하다 vs 이사하다

Simply means moving house, regardless of financial independence.

독립하다 vs 고립되다

Means to be isolated (negative), whereas independence is usually positive.

Idioms & Expressions

"제 앞가림을 하다"

— To take care of one's own business/needs. A common way to describe independence.

이제는 너도 제 앞가림을 할 나이다.

Informal

"둥지를 떠나다"

— To leave the nest. Moving out from parents.

아이들이 둥지를 떠날 때가 되었다.

Metaphorical

"홀로서기를 하다"

— To stand on one's own. Becoming independent.

이혼 후 그녀는 홀로서기를 시작했다.

Neutral/Poetic

"자기 밥그릇은 자기가 챙기다"

— To take care of one's own livelihood.

독립했으면 네 밥그릇은 네가 챙겨야지.

Slangy/Rough

"부모 등골을 빼먹다"

— To live off one's parents (opposite of independence).

서른이 넘도록 부모 등골만 빼먹고 있다.

Negative/Slang

"머리가 굵어지다"

— To grow up and start having one's own opinions (often used by parents).

이제 머리가 굵어졌다고 독립하겠단다.

Informal

"자기 발로 서다"

— To stand on one's own feet.

드디어 내 발로 서게 되어 기쁘다.

Neutral

"탯줄을 끊다"

— To cut the umbilical cord. To become fully independent.

그는 드디어 어머니와의 탯줄을 끊었다.

Psychological

"독립군 같다"

— To look like an independence fighter (used for someone very determined or rugged).

시험 공부하는 모습이 꼭 독립군 같네.

Humorous

"날개를 펴다"

— To spread one's wings. To start an independent life.

이제 세상 밖으로 날개를 펼 때다.

Inspirational

Easily Confused

독립하다 vs 자립

Both involve standing alone.

독립 is 'separation from others', 자립 is 'ability to support self'.

독립은 했지만 아직 자립은 못 했어요.

독립하다 vs 해방

Both involve freedom.

해방 is specifically being freed from oppression/slavery.

식민지 해방 후 독립 정부가 수립되었다.

독립하다 vs 분리

Both involve splitting.

분리 is more physical or mechanical separation.

쓰레기를 분리해서 버리세요.

독립하다 vs 이탈

Both involve leaving a group.

이탈 often has a negative connotation of deserting or deviating.

궤도에서 이탈하다.

독립하다 vs 자취

Both involve living alone.

자취 is specifically about the lifestyle of a student/worker living alone.

저는 지금 학교 근처에서 자취해요.

Sentence Patterns

N + 독립해요.

저 독립해요.

N(으)로부터 독립하다.

부모님으로부터 독립하다.

Adv + 독립하다.

경제적으로 독립하다.

N에서 독립하여 V.

회사에서 독립하여 사업을 시작했다.

N의 독립성을 확보하다.

사법부의 독립성을 확보하다.

독립적인 N로서의 위상.

독립적인 국가로서의 위상을 높이다.

Mixed

독립할 때가 되다.

이제 독립할 때가 되었어요.

Mixed

독립을 꿈꾸다.

자유로운 독립을 꿈꾸다.

Word Family

Nouns

독립 (Independence)

독립심 (Independent spirit)

독립성 (Independency)

독립문 (Independence Gate)

독립국 (Independent state)

Verbs

독립시키다 (To make someone independent)

Adjectives

독립적이다 (To be independent)

자립 (Self-reliance)

해방 (Liberation)

자유 (Freedom)

고립 (Isolation)

분리 (Separation)

How to Use It

frequency

High in both daily conversation and formal media.

Common Mistakes

독립을 했어요 (when meaning 'moved') → 자취를 시작했어요
If you are just living alone but parents pay, use '자취'.
독립하다 [dok-rip-ha-da] → [dong-nip-ha-da]
Incorrect pronunciation makes it hard for natives to understand.
부모님에게 독립하다 → 부모님으로부터 독립하다
The particle '로부터' is much more natural than '에게'.
독립된 영화 → 독립 영화
'독립 영화' is a fixed compound noun like 'Indie Film'.
독립하다 (for a machine part) → 분리되다
Machines parts 'separate', they don't have 'independence'.

Tips

Check your particles

Use '경제적으로' (economically) to sound more natural when talking about money.

The Nasal N

The 'ㄹ' in '립' always becomes 'ㄴ' when following the 'ㄱ' in '독'.

Indie Media

Remember '독립 영화' for indie films and '독립 음악' for indie music.

August 15th

This is the most important day to use this word in a national context.

Business Spin-offs

Use this word when a famous CEO leaves a big company to start their own.

Stand Alone

Think of the Hanja: 獨 (Alone) + 立 (Stand).

Living Alone

Don't confuse with '혼자 살다', which is just the act of living solo.

Formal Documents

In essays, '독립성' (independence/autonomy) is a very useful noun.

Respecting Elders

When telling parents you want to 독립, explain it as a step toward '자립' (self-reliance).

News Reports

News anchors will always use the formal [동닙] pronunciation.

Memorize It

Mnemonic

Think of 'DOK' as a 'Dock' where a ship stands 'RIP' (ready in place) alone before sailing out into the sea of independence.

Visual Association

Imagine a person standing alone on a mountain peak (Standing Alone = 獨立).

Word Web

Freedom Money Moving Out Responsibility History Korea Indie Solo

Challenge

Try to use '독립하다' in a sentence about your 5-year plan. Can you do it without using English?

Word Origin

Derived from the Hanja (Sino-Korean) characters 獨 (독 - alone) and 立 (립 - stand).

Original meaning: To stand alone without support.

Sino-Korean

Cultural Context

Be respectful when discussing Korea's independence from Japan, as it is a deeply emotional historical subject.

In Western cultures, moving out at 18 is common. In Korea, it often happens much later, sometimes only after marriage or getting a stable job.

The March 1st Movement (독립 만세 운동) Independance Day (movie) The Declaration of Independence (USA)

Practice in Real Life

Real-World Contexts

Moving out

집을 구하다
보증금을 내다
자취를 시작하다
가구를 사다

History class

일제 강점기
독립 투사
대한 독립 만세
해방되다

Job seeking

경제적 자립
월급을 받다
생활비를 벌다
독립할 준비

Business

자회사가 독립하다
새로운 브랜드를 런칭하다
독자 경영
분사

Statistics

독립 변수
종속 변수
상관 관계
인과 관계

Conversation Starters

"언제 부모님으로부터 독립하고 싶어요? (When do you want to become independent from your parents?)"

"한국의 독립 기념일에 대해 들어본 적 있어요? (Have you ever heard about Korea's Independence Day?)"

"경제적 독립을 위해 가장 중요한 것은 무엇일까요? (What is the most important thing for financial independence?)"

"독립해서 혼자 살면 좋은 점이 뭐예요? (What are the good things about living independently?)"

"독립 영화를 좋아하세요? (Do you like independent films?)"

Journal Prompts

내가 생각하는 진정한 독립이란 무엇인지 써 보세요. (Write about what true independence means to you.)

처음으로 독립했을 때의 기분은 어땠나요? (How did you feel when you first became independent?)

앞으로 5년 안에 어떤 부분에서 독립하고 싶은지 계획을 세워 보세요. (Plan what areas you want to become independent in within the next 5 years.)

역사 속의 독립 운동가 한 명에 대해 조사하고 느낀 점을 쓰세요. (Research one independence activist in history and write your thoughts.)

독립적인 사람이 되기 위해 필요한 습관 3가지를 적어 보세요. (List 3 habits needed to become an independent person.)

Frequently Asked Questions

10 questions

자취 is the daily lifestyle of living alone (cooking/cleaning for oneself), often temporary while in school. 독립 implies a more permanent and financial separation from parents.

It is pronounced [동닙하다] (dong-nip-ha-da) because of the nasalization rule in Korean.

Usually, no. You would use '헤어지다' or '결별하다'. However, you might use '독립' metaphorically if you were very dependent on that person.

독립 is the noun (independence), and 독립하다 is the verb (to become independent).

It is called 광복절 (Gwangbokjeol), which means 'the day the light returned'.

Yes, when a subsidiary becomes its own company, you say it '독립했다'.

No, it is seen as a healthy sign of growing up in modern Korea.

Usually '-(으)로부터' or '-에서' to indicate what you are becoming independent from.

Generally no, but it can imply a heavy burden of responsibility.

Yes, '독립 변수' means 'independent variable'.