Explanation at your level:
You use this word at work. It means to tell someone how much money a job costs. You say 'I will give you an estimate' to help them decide.
When you want to fix something, you ask for a price. The person doing the work will '견적하다' to tell you the total cost of parts and time.
In business, '견적하다' is essential. It involves calculating labor and materials. You often send a '견적서' (estimate document) to your clients to maintain professional transparency.
Beyond simple pricing, '견적하다' implies a professional assessment of project scope. It requires balancing profitability with competitive market rates to win a contract.
The term '견적하다' functions as a gatekeeper of commercial transactions. It necessitates a deep understanding of resource management and risk assessment to ensure that the provided quote is both accurate and sustainable.
Mastery of '견적하다' involves navigating the nuances of negotiation. It is not merely a calculation but a strategic communication tool used to establish trust and set expectations in complex, high-stakes professional environments.
Word in 30 Seconds
- Means to provide a cost estimate.
- Used in professional and business contexts.
- Often used with '내다' or '뽑다'.
- Requires professional calculation, not just a guess.
When you 견적하다 (estimate), you are playing the role of a planner. It is the act of looking at a project and figuring out the cost, materials, and time needed to finish it.
Think of it as a bridge between a client's wish and reality. By providing an estimate, you are helping the other person decide if they want to move forward with the plan.
It is not always an exact final price, but a professional guesstimate based on experience. It is a vital skill in business, construction, and freelance work!
The word 견적 (見積) is a Sino-Korean term. The character 견 (見) means to see or look, and 적 (積) means to stack, accumulate, or calculate.
Historically, it refers to 'looking at the accumulated costs' to determine a total. This concept has been used in East Asian commerce for centuries to ensure that trade and labor were valued correctly.
While the Chinese characters are shared across cultures, the Korean usage has evolved to specifically mean the professional act of submitting a quote for services.
You use this word primarily in professional settings. Whether you are a plumber, a web designer, or a contractor, you will often need to 견적을 내다 (submit an estimate).
Common collocations include 견적을 뽑다 (to pull/calculate an estimate) or 견적을 의뢰하다 (to request an estimate). It is a standard term in business negotiations.
Avoid using it in very casual, personal situations. If you are just guessing how long a trip will take, use words like 예상하다 (predict) instead.
1. 견적을 뽑다: To calculate the cost. Example: "이번 수리 비용 견적을 뽑아주세요."
2. 견적을 내다: To issue a quote. Example: "내일까지 견적을 내드리겠습니다."
3. 견적을 의뢰하다: To ask for a quote. Example: "여러 업체에 견적을 의뢰했어요."
4. 견적서가 나오다: The estimate is ready. Example: "견적서가 나오면 연락주세요."
5. 견적을 비교하다: To compare different quotes. Example: "가격을 낮추려면 견적을 비교하는 게 좋아요."
As a verb, it follows the standard -하다 conjugation pattern (e.g., 견적했다, 견적할 것이다). It is a transitive verb, meaning it usually takes an object like 견적을.
Pronunciation is straightforward: gyeon-jeok-ha-da. Watch the 'j' sound to ensure it is crisp and clear.
It rhymes with other -하다 verbs, but the core noun 견적 stands out in business meetings. Stress the first syllable for clarity.
Fun Fact
The character '積' appears in many words related to accumulation, like '축적' (accumulation).
Pronunciation Guide
Gyeon-jeok-ha-da
Gyeon-jeok-ha-da
Common Errors
- Mispronouncing 'j' as 'z'
- Slurring 'ha-da'
- Incorrect vowel length
Rhymes With
Difficulty Rating
Moderate
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What to Learn Next
Prerequisites
Learn Next
Advanced
Grammar to Know
Verb + -하다
견적하다
Object + -을
견적을 내다
Honorifics
견적해 주십시오
Examples by Level
견적을 주세요.
Please give me an estimate.
Imperative form
견적을 확인했습니다.
견적을 보내주세요.
견적이 얼마인가요?
견적을 내는 중입니다.
견적을 비교해 봅시다.
견적이 너무 비싸요.
견적을 다시 해주세요.
견적을 받았습니다.
수리 비용을 견적해 주세요.
견적서가 아직 안 나왔어요.
여러 곳에서 견적을 받았어요.
견적을 내기 위해 방문했습니다.
무료로 견적해 드립니다.
견적을 수정해야 합니다.
견적을 승인해 주세요.
견적을 낮출 방법이 있나요?
프로젝트의 전체 비용을 견적하는 것은 어렵습니다.
정확한 견적을 위해 현장을 확인해야 합니다.
견적을 의뢰한 업체가 세 곳입니다.
견적을 바탕으로 계약을 체결했습니다.
시간과 비용을 모두 견적해 주세요.
견적을 초과하는 비용이 발생했습니다.
최종 견적을 보내주시기 바랍니다.
견적을 검토한 후 연락드리겠습니다.
그는 건축 비용을 견적하는 데 탁월한 능력이 있습니다.
견적을 산출하는 과정에서 오류가 발견되었습니다.
예상치 못한 변수를 고려하여 견적을 수정했습니다.
전문적인 견적을 통해 신뢰를 얻는 것이 중요합니다.
견적을 제시하기 전에 철저한 조사가 필요합니다.
업계 평균에 맞춰 견적을 책정했습니다.
견적을 세밀하게 조정하여 예산 내에 맞췄습니다.
견적을 의뢰할 때는 구체적인 요구사항을 전달해야 합니다.
그의 견적하는 방식은 매우 체계적이고 정밀하다는 평가를 받습니다.
복잡한 공사일수록 견적하는 기술이 프로젝트의 성패를 좌우합니다.
견적을 산정할 때 리스크 관리 비용을 포함하는 것이 관례입니다.
그는 수십 년의 경험을 바탕으로 정확하게 견적하는 능력을 갖추었습니다.
견적을 내는 과정에서 발생할 수 있는 변동성을 사전에 고지해야 합니다.
견적을 산출하는 기준이 업체마다 다를 수 있음을 유의하십시오.
그는 견적하는 단계에서부터 고객의 요구를 정확히 파악합니다.
정교하게 견적하는 능력은 경영자의 필수 역량 중 하나입니다.
Common Collocations
Idioms & Expressions
"견적을 뽑다"
To calculate an estimate
수리비 견적을 뽑아볼게요.
neutral"견적을 내다"
To provide a quote
내일까지 견적을 내드리겠습니다.
neutral"견적서가 나오다"
The quote is ready
견적서가 나오면 알려주세요.
neutral"견적을 의뢰하다"
To request a quote
공사 견적을 의뢰했습니다.
formal"견적을 비교하다"
To compare quotes
여러 곳 견적을 비교해 보세요.
neutral"견적을 맞추다"
To adjust to an estimate
예산에 견적을 맞추다.
neutralEasily Confused
Both involve math
계산 is for simple math; 견적 is for professional quotes.
물건값을 계산하다 vs 수리비를 견적하다.
Both are predictions
예상 is a general guess; 견적 is a professional calculation.
시간을 예상하다 vs 비용을 견적하다.
Both are assessments
측정 is for physical measurements.
길이를 측정하다 vs 비용을 견적하다.
Both are evaluations
평가 is for quality or value.
실력을 평가하다 vs 비용을 견적하다.
Sentence Patterns
Subject + 견적을 + 내다
업체가 견적을 냈습니다.
Subject + 견적을 + 의뢰하다
나는 견적을 의뢰했다.
Subject + 견적을 + 비교하다
우리는 견적을 비교했다.
Subject + 견적을 + 받다
견적을 받았습니다.
Subject + 견적을 + 수정하다
그가 견적을 수정했다.
Word Family
Nouns
Verbs
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How to Use It
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Formality Scale
Common Mistakes
견적 is for cost/work, 예상 is for general prediction.
Native speakers prefer '내다' or '뽑다' with 견적.
견적 is strictly for professional/commercial services.
계산 is for simple math; 견적 is for professional estimation.
It functions as a verb, though often used with '내다'.
Tips
Use '내다'
Always pair it with '내다' or '뽑다'.
Particle usage
Use '을' after 견적.
Professionalism
Always ask for a written quote.
Contextualize
Think of it as 'The Price Planner'.
Sino-Korean roots
It uses the character for 'see'.
Don't confuse with guess
It requires professional calculation.
Clear J
Make the 'j' sound sharp.
Visuals
Imagine a price tag being calculated.
Flashcards
Use '견적서' on one side.
Professionalism
Use it to sound like a native business person.
Memorize It
Mnemonic
Gyeon (See) + Jeok (Stack) = See the stack of costs.
Visual Association
A builder looking at a pile of bricks and writing on a clipboard.
Word Web
Challenge
Go to a local shop and ask for a price quote for a service.
Word Origin
Sino-Korean
Original meaning: To see and accumulate
Cultural Context
None
Equates to 'providing a quote' or 'giving an estimate'.
Practice in Real Life
Real-World Contexts
At a construction site
- 공사 견적을 내다
- 견적서를 검토하다
- 무료 견적
In a web design office
- 디자인 견적을 뽑다
- 견적을 의뢰하다
- 비용을 산출하다
At a car repair shop
- 수리비 견적을 받다
- 견적이 얼마인가요?
- 견적을 비교하다
In a business meeting
- 견적을 제시하다
- 최종 견적을 보내다
- 견적을 승인하다
Conversation Starters
"수리비 견적을 받아보셨나요?"
"어디서 견적을 내는 게 좋을까요?"
"견적을 비교해 보는 것이 중요합니다."
"무료 견적 가능한 곳을 찾고 있어요."
"견적서가 너무 비싸게 나왔어요."
Journal Prompts
Write about a time you had to ask for a price quote.
Explain why comparing quotes is important.
Describe the process of getting an estimate for a home project.
What would you do if a quote was too expensive?
Frequently Asked Questions
8 questionsNo, it is for professional services.
Usually for cost, use '예상하다' for time.
견적서.
Yes, it is standard in professional contexts.
It is better to say 견적을 내다.
Usually an estimate, not a final contract price.
Yes, when hiring services.
Yes, like 산출하다.
Test Yourself
비용을 ___ 주세요.
견적하다 is the correct verb for costs.
What does 견적하다 mean?
It means to provide a cost estimate.
견적하다 is used for informal chatting with friends.
It is a professional business term.
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Meaning
Matching terms to their meanings.
Subject + Object + Verb order.
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Summary
견적하다 is the professional way to calculate and provide a cost estimate for services.
- Means to provide a cost estimate.
- Used in professional and business contexts.
- Often used with '내다' or '뽑다'.
- Requires professional calculation, not just a guess.
Use '내다'
Always pair it with '내다' or '뽑다'.
Particle usage
Use '을' after 견적.
Professionalism
Always ask for a written quote.
Contextualize
Think of it as 'The Price Planner'.
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