At the A1 level, the word '이데올로기' is very difficult and not usually taught. It is a long word borrowed from German/English. You can think of it as a very big, serious 'idea' (생각) that a whole country or a big group of people follows. For example, some people believe in 'Capitalism' and some in 'Socialism.' These big systems are called '이데올로기'. You don't need to use this word in daily life yet. Just remember that it sounds like 'ideology' and is used in news or books about politics. If you see it, just know it means a 'big system of ideas'.
At the A2 level, you might see '이데올로기' in simple history books or news headlines. It is a noun. It refers to a set of ideas about how a country should be run. In Korea, this word is famous because of the history between North and South Korea. When you see this word, it usually means something serious like politics. You can compare it to the word '생각' (thought), but '이데올로기' is much bigger and more formal. You might use it like this: '이데올로기가 달라요' (The ideologies are different). It is a 'B2' level word, so don't worry if it feels hard!
At the B1 level, you should recognize '이데올로기' as a formal term for 'ideology.' It is used when talking about political systems, economic theories, or social structures. You will hear it in documentaries or read it in editorials. It is important to know that it is a loanword from German 'Ideologie.' You should start to notice it in phrases like '이데올로기 대립' (ideological confrontation). Unlike '아이디어' (a small, creative idea), '이데올로기' is a large, organized system. If you discuss the history of the 20th century in Korean, this word is essential for describing the Cold War era.
At the B2 level, you are expected to use '이데올로기' in formal writing and debates. You should understand its nuance as an academic and often politicized term. You should be able to distinguish it from '이념' (inyeom), which is more native and common in general political discourse, and '가치관' (gachigwan), which refers to personal values. You should also be familiar with the adjective form '이데올로기적' (ideological). At this level, you can use it to analyze social issues, such as 'the ideology of consumerism' (소비주의 이데올로기) or 'gender ideology' (젠더 이데올로기). You should also be aware of its historical weight in the context of the Korean division.
At the C1 level, you should have a nuanced understanding of '이데올로기.' You can use it to discuss complex sociological theories, such as Gramsci's hegemony or Althusser's ideological state apparatuses (이데올로기적 국가 기구). You should understand how the word can carry a negative connotation, implying a 'false consciousness' or a rigid, dogmatic way of thinking that obscures reality. You should be able to use it fluently in academic discussions about post-modernism, post-colonialism, and the 'end of ideology' (이데올로기의 종언). Your usage should reflect an awareness of its German etymological roots and its specific historical trajectory in Korean intellectual history.
At the C2 level, you master '이데올로기' as a tool for high-level intellectual discourse. You can analyze the subtle shifts in how the term has been used from the colonial period, through the Cold War, to the contemporary 'post-ideological' era in Korea. You can engage in deep philosophical debates about whether any human thought can truly be 'outside' of ideology. You should be able to use the term in sophisticated rhetorical ways, perhaps critiquing the 'ideology of non-ideology' in modern technocratic governance. Your command of the word includes its collocations in legal, political, and philosophical texts, and you can use it to articulate complex critiques of power and discourse.

이데올로기 em 30 segundos

  • A formal system of political or social ideas.
  • Borrowed from German 'Ideologie', used in academic and political contexts.
  • Often associated with Cold War history and social power structures.
  • Distinct from personal 'values' (가치관) or simple 'ideas' (아이디어).

The term 이데올로기 is a loanword in Korean, primarily derived from the German 'Ideologie' or the English 'Ideology'. In the Korean linguistic landscape, it carries a weight that is both academic and deeply historical. While in English, 'ideology' can sometimes be used loosely to mean a set of personal beliefs, in Korean, 이데올로기 almost always refers to a formal, structured system of political, social, or economic thought. It is the framework through which individuals or groups interpret the world and determine their actions within it. For many decades in the 20th century, particularly during and after the Korean War, this word was synonymous with the existential struggle between communism and capitalism. Consequently, it often evokes a sense of seriousness, conflict, and structural power.

Political Context
In South Korean discourse, 이데올로기 is frequently used to discuss the 'Cold War ideology' (냉전 이데올로기) that still influences North-South relations. It describes the overarching theories that govern state behavior and national identity.
Sociological Usage
Sociologists use the term to analyze how dominant power structures maintain control through shared beliefs, such as the 'ideology of meritocracy' or 'patriarchal ideology'.
Academic Register
This word is a staple in humanities and social science departments. You will find it in titles of research papers, philosophical debates, and historical analyses of the 19th and 20th centuries.

냉전 시대의 이데올로기 대립은 한반도의 분단을 초래했습니다. (The ideological confrontation of the Cold War era led to the division of the Korean Peninsula.)

When using this word, it is important to distinguish it from its synonym 이념 (inyeom). While both can be translated as 'ideology,' 이념 is more native-sounding and is often used in common phrases like 'ideological conflict' (이념 갈등). 이데올로기 sounds more clinical, theoretical, and Western-oriented. If you are discussing the works of Karl Marx or Max Weber, 이데올로기 is the preferred term. If you are talking about the general political divide in modern Korean society, 이념 might appear more frequently in newspapers, though the two are often interchangeable in high-level discussions.

그 영화는 지배 계급의 이데올로기를 비판적으로 다루고 있습니다. (That movie critically deals with the ideology of the ruling class.)

Cultural Significance
In the 1970s and 80s, the term was heavily politicized. Owning books that discussed certain 'ideologies' could lead to legal trouble under anti-communism laws. Today, it is used more freely to describe any systematic worldview, including environmentalism or feminism.

우리는 기술이 중립적이라고 믿지만, 사실 그 안에는 특정 이데올로기가 숨어 있습니다. (We believe technology is neutral, but in fact, a certain ideology is hidden within it.)

Using 이데올로기 correctly requires an understanding of its grammatical role as a noun. It most often functions as the subject or object of a sentence, or it modifies other nouns to create complex political and social terms. Because it is a formal word, it is usually paired with formal verbs like 주입하다 (to inject/indoctrinate), 비판하다 (to criticize), or 대립하다 (to be in opposition).

As a Subject
When the ideology itself is the agent of change or the topic of discussion. Example: '이데올로기가 사회를 변화시킨다' (Ideology changes society).
As an Object
When someone is analyzing or adopting an ideology. Example: '그는 마르크스주의 이데올로기를 연구한다' (He studies Marxist ideology).

정치인들은 종종 대중에게 자신의 이데올로기를 주입하려 합니다. (Politicians often try to inject their ideology into the public.)

One common pattern is the use of 이데올로기적 (ideological). By adding the suffix '-적', the noun becomes an adjective. This is extremely common in news reports and academic writing to describe conflicts, backgrounds, or viewpoints. For instance, '이데올로기적 갈등' (ideological conflict) is a standard phrase used to describe the friction between different political parties or nations.

그 두 국가는 이데올로기적 차이로 인해 협력하지 못하고 있습니다. (The two countries are unable to cooperate due to ideological differences.)

In more modern contexts, you might hear the term '탈이데올로기' (post-ideology or de-ideologization). This refers to a state or era where traditional political ideologies are no longer the primary driving force of society, replaced perhaps by pragmatism or economic interests. This is a common topic in contemporary Korean political science.

현대 사회는 탈이데올로기 시대로 접어들었다고 평가받기도 합니다. (Modern society is sometimes evaluated as having entered a post-ideological era.)

Common Verb Pairings
- 이데올로기를 전파하다 (To spread an ideology)
- 이데올로기에 사로잡히다 (To be obsessed/trapped by an ideology)
- 이데올로기를 타파하다 (To break down/overthrow an ideology)

You are unlikely to hear 이데올로기 at a grocery store or while chatting with friends about dinner. Instead, this word lives in the world of media, education, and formal debate. If you turn on a Korean news channel like KBS or MBC during an election cycle, you will almost certainly hear analysts discussing the 'ideological orientation' (이데올로기적 지향) of the candidates. They use it to categorize politicians into 'left-wing' (좌파) or 'right-wing' (우파) frameworks.

뉴스 앵커: '이번 선거는 극심한 이데올로기 대결 양상을 보이고 있습니다.' (News Anchor: 'This election is showing a pattern of intense ideological confrontation.')

Another common place to encounter this word is in Korean documentaries, especially those dealing with the 20th-century history of East Asia. Documentaries about the division of North and South Korea, the Vietnam War, or the rise of industrialization often use 이데올로기 to explain the motivations of historical figures. It provides a more 'objective' or 'scientific' tone than using simpler words like 'belief' or 'thought'.

In university classrooms, especially in the humanities (인문학) and social sciences (사회과학), 이데올로기 is used as a technical term. Professors will discuss 'the ideology of the ruling class' (지배 계급의 이데올로기) or 'subversive ideologies' (전복적 이데올로기). Students are expected to use this term in their essays to demonstrate a sophisticated understanding of social structures.

교수: '우리는 일상 속에 숨겨진 소비주의 이데올로기를 분석해야 합니다.' (Professor: 'We must analyze the ideology of consumerism hidden in our daily lives.')

Finally, you might see it in literary criticism or film reviews. Critics often analyze how a novel or a movie reinforces or challenges the 'dominant ideology' (지배적 이데올로기) of its time. For example, a review of a feminist film might discuss how it deconstructs the 'patriarchal ideology' (가부장적 이데올로기) prevalent in society.

The most frequent mistake English speakers make when using 이데올로기 is using it too casually. In English, you might say, 'My personal ideology is to always be kind.' In Korean, using 이데올로기 in this context would sound incredibly strange and overly dramatic. For personal beliefs or life philosophies, Koreans use 가치관 (gachigwan - values) or 좌우명 (jwäumyeong - motto).

Incorrect Context
Don't say: '제 이데올로기는 일찍 일어나는 것입니다' (My ideology is waking up early).
Instead say: '제 생활 신조는 일찍 일어나는 것입니다' (My life principle is waking up early).

Another common mistake is pronunciation. English speakers tend to say '아이디올로기' (ai-di-ol-lo-gi), following the English phonetics. However, as mentioned before, the Korean loanword is based on the German pronunciation. You must say 이데올로기 (ee-deh-ol-lo-gi). If you use the English-style pronunciation, Koreans might not immediately understand which word you are referring to, as the 'ee' sound at the beginning is crucial.

Mistake: '그의 아이디올로기는 위험해요.' (Incorrect pronunciation)
Correction: '그의 이데올로기는 위험해요.' (Correct pronunciation)

Confusing 이데올로기 with 아이디어 (idea) is also a trap for beginners. While they share a root in the Greek 'idea', in modern Korean, an '아이디어' is a creative thought or a suggestion for a project, whereas an '이데올로기' is a massive, structural system of thought. You would never say 'I have a good ideology for our marketing plan.'

Lastly, be careful with the nuance of the word. In some contexts, calling someone's view an '이데올로기' can imply that they are biased or dogmatic. It suggests that their view is not based on reality but on a rigid system of belief. If you want to be neutral, use 사상 (sasang - thought/philosophy).

To truly master 이데올로기, you must understand how it compares to other words that deal with thoughts and beliefs. Korean has several terms that overlap but carry different nuances and levels of formality.

이념 (Inyeom)
This is the closest synonym. It is often used in political contexts (e.g., '이념 갈등' - ideological conflict). It feels slightly more 'native' and is more common in daily news than the academic '이데올로기'.
사상 (Sasang)
This means 'thought' or 'philosophy.' It is broader than ideology. While ideology is usually political/social, 'sasang' can be personal or philosophical. A '사상가' is a thinker or philosopher.
가치관 (Gachigwan)
This means 'values' or 'one's view of value.' This is the word you use for personal beliefs about what is right and wrong, or how to live one's life.
주의 (-ju-ui)
This is the suffix for '-ism'. For example, '자본주의' (Capitalism), '사회주의' (Socialism). These are specific examples of ideologies.

비교: '정치적 이념' vs '개인적 가치관' (Comparison: 'Political ideology' vs 'Personal values')

When choosing between these words, consider your audience. If you are writing a thesis or a formal critique, 이데올로기 is excellent. If you are talking to a friend about why they like a certain lifestyle, use 가치관. If you are discussing the general history of ideas in East Asia, 사상 is often the most appropriate and respectful term.

그는 고정된 이데올로기의 틀에서 벗어나려고 노력했습니다. (He tried to break out of the framework of fixed ideology.)

How Formal Is It?

Curiosidade

In Korean, the pronunciation '이데올로기' (ee-deh-ol-lo-gi) reflects the German influence on early 20th-century Korean academia, whereas most modern loanwords follow English phonetics.

Guia de pronúncia

UK /i.de.ol.lo.ɡi/
US /i.de.ol.lo.ɡi/
The stress is generally even across syllables, as is typical in Korean, but a slight emphasis may fall on the 'ol' (올) syllable.
Rima com
기 (gi) - common noun ending 세기 (segi - century) 공기 (gonggi - air) 용기 (yonggi - courage) 시기 (sigi - period) 전기 (jeongi - electricity) 자기 (jagi - self) 포기 (pogi - giving up)
Erros comuns
  • Pronouncing it like the English word 'eye-dee-ol-o-gy' (아이디올로기).
  • Forgetting the double 'L' sound and saying '이데올로기' with a single 'r/l' sound.

Nível de dificuldade

Leitura 4/5

Common in newspapers and books, but requires knowledge of formal vocabulary.

Escrita 5/5

Hard to use naturally without sounding overly academic.

Expressão oral 5/5

Rarely used in daily speech; mainly used in debates.

Audição 4/5

Frequently heard in news and documentaries.

O que aprender depois

Pré-requisitos

생각 (thought) 정치 (politics) 주의 (-ism) 사회 (society) 이념 (ideology/notion)

Aprenda a seguir

헤게모니 (hegemony) 담론 (discourse) 구조주의 (structuralism) 변증법 (dialectics) 유물론 (materialism)

Avançado

국가 기구 (state apparatus) 허위 의식 (false consciousness) 상부 구조 (superstructure)

Gramática essencial

Noun + -적 (Adjective-forming suffix)

이데올로기 + 적 = 이데올로기적 (Ideological)

Noun + -화 (Suffix meaning '-ization')

이데올로기 + 화 = 이데올로기화 (Ideologization)

-에 대한 (About/Regarding)

이데올로기에 대한 연구 (Research on ideology)

-로 인한 (Due to/Caused by)

이데올로기로 인한 갈등 (Conflict caused by ideology)

-로서 (As/In the capacity of)

이데올로기로서의 종교 (Religion as an ideology)

Exemplos por nível

1

그것은 새로운 이데올로기입니다.

That is a new ideology.

-은 is the topic marker. 이데올로기 is the noun. -입니다 is the formal 'to be'.

2

이데올로기는 어렵습니다.

Ideology is difficult.

-는 is the topic marker. 어렵습니다 means 'is difficult'.

3

이데올로기가 무엇입니까?

What is ideology?

-가 is the subject marker. 무엇입니까 means 'what is it?'

4

그는 이데올로기를 공부합니다.

He studies ideology.

-를 is the object marker. 공부합니다 means 'studies'.

5

우리는 이데올로기가 필요합니다.

We need an ideology.

필요합니다 means 'to be needed'.

6

이데올로기는 중요해요.

Ideology is important.

중요해요 is the polite form of 'to be important'.

7

이데올로기 책이 있어요.

There is an ideology book.

있어요 means 'there is'.

8

이데올로기 이름이 뭐예요?

What is the name of the ideology?

뭐예요 is the polite 'what is it?'

1

정치 이데올로기는 복잡해요.

Political ideology is complex.

정치 means politics. 복잡해요 means 'is complex'.

2

그 영화는 이데올로기에 대한 것이에요.

That movie is about ideology.

-에 대한 means 'about'.

3

사람들은 다른 이데올로기를 가지고 있어요.

People have different ideologies.

다른 means different. 가지고 있어요 means 'to have'.

4

이데올로기 때문에 전쟁이 났어요.

A war broke out because of ideology.

-때문에 means 'because of'.

5

이데올로기를 이해하고 싶어요.

I want to understand ideology.

-고 싶어요 means 'want to'.

6

이 책은 이데올로기를 설명해요.

This book explains ideology.

설명해요 means 'explains'.

7

과거에는 이데올로기가 아주 중요했어요.

In the past, ideology was very important.

과거 means the past. -았/었어요 is the past tense.

8

그들의 이데올로기는 무엇인가요?

What is their ideology?

-인가요 is a polite questioning ending.

1

현대 사회에서 이데올로기의 역할은 무엇일까요?

What is the role of ideology in modern society?

역할 means role. -ㄹ까요 is a speculative question ending.

2

그는 자신의 이데올로기를 강요하지 않아요.

He does not force his ideology.

강요하다 means to force. -지 않아요 is the negative form.

3

우리는 다양한 이데올로기를 존중해야 합니다.

We must respect various ideologies.

다양한 means various. -해야 합니다 means 'must'.

4

이데올로기적 갈등을 해결하는 것은 어렵습니다.

It is difficult to resolve ideological conflicts.

갈등 means conflict. 해결하는 것 means 'the act of resolving'.

5

그 작가는 이데올로기를 비판하는 글을 썼어요.

That author wrote a piece criticizing ideology.

비판하는 means 'criticizing' (adjective form).

6

이데올로기보다는 실용주의가 더 중요할 때가 있어요.

There are times when pragmatism is more important than ideology.

-보다는 means 'rather than'. 실용주의 means pragmatism.

7

냉전은 이데올로기 대립의 시대였습니다.

The Cold War was an era of ideological confrontation.

대립 means confrontation. -였습니다 is the past formal 'to be'.

8

이데올로기가 사람들의 삶에 큰 영향을 미칩니다.

Ideology has a great influence on people's lives.

영향을 미치다 is a set phrase meaning 'to influence'.

1

그 정당은 보수적인 이데올로기를 고수하고 있습니다.

That political party is adhering to a conservative ideology.

고수하다 means to adhere to/stick to. -고 있다 indicates a continuing state.

2

이데올로기적 편향성은 객관적인 판단을 방해합니다.

Ideological bias hinders objective judgment.

편향성 means bias. 방해하다 means to hinder/interfere.

3

교육은 특정 이데올로기에서 자유로워야 합니다.

Education should be free from specific ideologies.

자유로워야 합니다 means 'should be free'.

4

지배 계급은 자신의 이데올로기를 정당화하려 합니다.

The ruling class tries to justify its ideology.

지배 계급 means ruling class. 정당화하다 means to justify.

5

우리는 기술의 이면을 흐르는 이데올로기를 읽어야 합니다.

We must read the ideology flowing beneath the surface of technology.

이면 means 'the other side' or 'underneath'.

6

그의 소설은 이데올로기의 폭력성을 고발하고 있습니다.

His novel is denouncing the violence of ideology.

폭력성 means violence/violent nature. 고발하다 means to denounce/accuse.

7

탈이데올로기 시대에도 여전히 이념 논쟁은 존재합니다.

Even in the post-ideological era, ideological disputes still exist.

탈- is a prefix meaning 'post-' or 'away from'. 논쟁 means dispute.

8

이데올로기는 종종 인간의 이성을 마비시키기도 합니다.

Ideology often paralyzes human reason.

마비시키다 means to paralyze. -기도 하다 means 'it also does X'.

1

헤게모니는 단순한 힘이 아니라 이데올로기적 동의를 통해 유지됩니다.

Hegemony is maintained through ideological consent, not just simple force.

헤게모니 means hegemony. 동의 means consent. 유지되다 means to be maintained.

2

알튀세르는 국가 기구를 억압적 기구와 이데올로기적 기구로 나누었습니다.

Althusser divided state apparatuses into repressive and ideological ones.

억압적 means repressive. 기구 means apparatus/organization.

3

이데올로기는 현실의 모순을 은폐하는 기능을 수행하기도 합니다.

Ideology also functions to conceal the contradictions of reality.

모순 means contradiction. 은폐하다 means to conceal/hide.

4

포스트모더니즘은 거대 이데올로기의 종말을 선언했습니다.

Postmodernism declared the end of grand ideologies.

거대 means grand/huge. 종말 means end/demise.

5

신자유주의 이데올로기는 모든 가치를 시장 논리로 환원합니다.

Neoliberal ideology reduces all values to market logic.

신자유주의 means neoliberalism. 환원하다 means to reduce/return to.

6

우리는 무의식 속에 내재된 이데올로기적 장치들을 해체해야 합니다.

We must deconstruct the ideological devices embedded in our unconscious.

내재된 means embedded/inherent. 해체하다 means to deconstruct.

7

예술은 이데올로기의 선전 도구로 전락해서는 안 됩니다.

Art must not degenerate into a propaganda tool for ideology.

선전 means propaganda. 전락하다 means to fall/degenerate into.

8

담론 분석을 통해 텍스트에 숨겨진 이데올로기를 포착할 수 있습니다.

Through discourse analysis, one can capture the ideology hidden in a text.

담론 분석 means discourse analysis. 포착하다 means to capture/detect.

1

이데올로기의 유령은 역사의 무대에서 결코 완전히 퇴장하지 않습니다.

The specter of ideology never completely exits the stage of history.

유령 means ghost/specter. 퇴장하다 means to exit (a stage).

2

과학적 객관성이라는 미명 하에 자행되는 이데올로기적 폭력을 경계해야 합니다.

We must be wary of ideological violence committed under the guise of scientific objectivity.

미명 하에 means 'under the guise of'. 자행되다 means to be committed/carried out.

3

지젝은 우리가 이데올로기 바깥에 있다고 믿는 순간이 가장 이데올로기적인 순간이라고 주장합니다.

Žižek argues that the moment we believe we are outside of ideology is the most ideological moment.

주장하다 means to argue/claim. -ㄴ/는 순간 means 'the moment when'.

4

이데올로기적 상상계는 주체가 사회적 현실과 맺는 상상적 관계를 의미합니다.

The ideological imaginary refers to the imaginary relationship the subject forms with social reality.

상상계 means 'the imaginary' (Lacanian term). 주체 means subject.

5

탈진실의 시대에 이데올로기는 사실보다 감정과 신념을 더 강력하게 지배합니다.

In the era of post-truth, ideology governs emotions and beliefs more powerfully than facts.

탈진실 means post-truth. 지배하다 means to govern/dominate.

6

환경 보호라는 보편적 가치조차 특정 계급의 이데올로기로 소비될 위험이 있습니다.

Even the universal value of environmental protection risks being consumed as the ideology of a specific class.

보편적 means universal. 소비되다 means to be consumed.

7

권력은 이데올로기적 정당성을 확보하기 위해 끊임없이 서사를 조작합니다.

Power constantly manipulates narratives to secure ideological legitimacy.

정당성 means legitimacy. 서사 means narrative. 조작하다 means to manipulate.

8

이데올로기 비판의 궁극적 목적은 허위 의식으로부터의 해방에 있습니다.

The ultimate goal of ideological critique lies in liberation from false consciousness.

궁극적 means ultimate. 허위 의식 means false consciousness. 해방 means liberation.

Sinônimos

이념 사상 가치 체계 신조 주의

Antônimos

실용주의 탈이념

Colocações comuns

이데올로기 대립
이데올로기적 갈등
이데올로기 주입
지배 이데올로기
이데올로기 공세
탈이데올로기
이데올로기 편향
이데올로기 비판
정치적 이데올로기
이데올로기 장치

Frases Comuns

이데올로기의 종언

— The end of ideology; a term used to describe a period where grand political theories lose their power.

학자들은 이데올로기의 종언을 선언했다.

이데올로기의 틀

— The framework of ideology; the limited way of thinking imposed by a system of belief.

이데올로기의 틀에서 벗어나야 한다.

이데올로기 투쟁

— Ideological struggle; a conflict between different systems of thought.

사회 곳곳에서 이데올로기 투쟁이 벌어진다.

이데올로기적 지향

— Ideological orientation; the direction or tendency of one's political beliefs.

그의 이데올로기적 지향은 진보적이다.

이데올로기적 배경

— Ideological background; the system of thought that underlies an action or event.

이 사건의 이데올로기적 배경을 분석하다.

이데올로기적 색채

— Ideological color/tint; the degree to which something is influenced by ideology.

그 영화는 이데올로기적 색채가 강하다.

이데올로기적 정당성

— Ideological legitimacy; the justification of power based on a system of ideas.

정권은 이데올로기적 정당성을 확보하려 했다.

이데올로기적 동질성

— Ideological homogeneity; the state of having the same ideology within a group.

조직의 이데올로기적 동질성을 강조하다.

이데올로기적 대안

— Ideological alternative; a different system of thought proposed to replace an existing one.

새로운 사회를 위한 이데올로기적 대안.

이데올로기적 허구

— Ideological fiction; the idea that a certain ideology is a constructed lie to hide reality.

그는 자본주의를 이데올로기적 허구라고 비판했다.

Frequentemente confundido com

이데올로기 vs 아이디어 (Idea)

'아이디어' is a creative thought or plan; '이데올로기' is a massive system of belief.

이데올로기 vs 이념 (Inyeom)

Very similar, but '이념' is more common in news/politics, while '이데올로기' is more academic.

이데올로기 vs 철학 (Philosophy)

'철학' is the study of fundamental questions; '이데올로기' is a system used for social/political power.

Expressões idiomáticas

"이데올로기의 늪에 빠지다"

— To fall into the swamp of ideology; to become so obsessed with a system of thought that one loses sight of reality.

그는 이데올로기의 늪에 빠져 타협을 거부했다.

Literary
"이데올로기의 잣대"

— The yardstick of ideology; judging everything based on a specific ideological standard.

모든 것을 이데올로기의 잣대로 평가해서는 안 된다.

Neutral
"이데올로기의 안경을 쓰다"

— To wear the glasses of ideology; to view the world through a biased ideological lens.

이데올로기의 안경을 벗고 진실을 보라.

Informal/Metaphorical
"이데올로기의 노예"

— A slave to ideology; someone who blindly follows an ideology without thinking for themselves.

그는 더 이상 이데올로기의 노예가 아니다.

Formal
"이데올로기의 장막"

— The curtain of ideology; something that hides the truth through ideological manipulation.

이데올로기의 장막 뒤에 숨겨진 진실.

Literary
"이데올로기의 깃발을 내걸다"

— To raise the flag of an ideology; to openly declare and promote a certain system of thought.

그들은 개혁의 이데올로기 깃발을 내걸었다.

Formal
"이데올로기의 파도"

— The wave of ideology; a powerful social movement driven by a specific ideology.

이데올로기의 파도가 온 나라를 휩쓸었다.

Literary
"이데올로기의 사슬"

— The chains of ideology; the restrictive nature of a rigid system of thought.

이데올로기의 사슬을 끊고 자유를 찾다.

Literary
"이데올로기의 화신"

— The incarnation of an ideology; a person who perfectly embodies a certain ideology.

그는 혁명 이데올로기의 화신으로 불렸다.

Formal
"이데올로기의 전쟁터"

— The battlefield of ideology; a place or situation where different ideologies clash fiercely.

인터넷은 이제 이데올로기의 전쟁터가 되었다.

Neutral

Fácil de confundir

이데올로기 vs 이념

Both translate to 'ideology'.

'이념' is a native-influenced term used for political leanings. '이데올로기' is a Western academic term.

우리나라는 이념 갈등이 심하다. (Correct) / 우리나라는 이데올로기 갈등이 심하다. (Also correct, but more formal.)

이데올로기 vs 가치관

Both involve beliefs.

'가치관' is personal (what you value). '이데올로기' is societal/political (the system).

제 가치관은 정직입니다. (Correct) / 제 이데올로기는 정직입니다. (Incorrect/Awkward.)

이데올로기 vs 사상

Both mean 'thought'.

'사상' is broader and can be philosophical or religious. '이데올로기' is strictly social/political.

불교 사상. (Correct) / 불교 이데올로기. (Incorrect/Awkward context.)

이데올로기 vs 주의

Suffixes like '-ism' represent ideologies.

'주의' is the name of the specific belief (e.g., Marxism). '이데올로기' is the category name.

그는 공산주의를 따랐다. (Correct) / 그는 공산 이데올로기를 따랐다. (Formal.)

이데올로기 vs 관념

Both refer to mental constructs.

'관념' is a single concept or notion. '이데올로기' is a whole system.

추상적 관념. (Correct) / 추상적 이데올로기. (Meaning changes to a non-practical system.)

Padrões de frases

B2

[Subject]은/는 [Adjective] 이데올로기를 가지고 있다.

그는 보수적인 이데올로기를 가지고 있다.

B2

[Noun]은/는 이데올로기적 갈등의 원인이 된다.

종교는 이데올로기적 갈등의 원인이 된다.

C1

[Noun]에 숨겨진 이데올로기를 분석할 필요가 있다.

광고에 숨겨진 이데올로기를 분석할 필요가 있다.

C1

이데올로기라는 미명 하에 [Action]이 자행되었다.

이데올로기라는 미명 하에 폭력이 자행되었다.

C2

이데올로기의 종언 이후, [Noun]이/가 부상했다.

이데올로기의 종언 이후, 실용주의가 부상했다.

C2

[Subject]은/는 이데올로기적 장치로서 기능을 수행한다.

학교는 이데올로기적 장치로서 기능을 수행한다.

B1

이데올로기 때문에 [Result].

이데올로기 때문에 사람들이 싸워요.

B2

[Noun]은/는 특정 이데올로기를 반영한다.

이 법은 특정 이데올로기를 반영한다.

Família de palavras

Substantivos

이데올로그 (Ideologue - a person who strongly supports an ideology)
이념 (Inyeom - synonym)
주의 (Ju-ui - -ism)

Verbos

이데올로기화하다 (To ideologize; to make something into an ideology)

Adjetivos

이데올로기적 (Ideological)

Relacionado

정치 (politics)
사회 (society)
사상 (thought)
철학 (philosophy)
체제 (system)

Como usar

frequency

High in news, academic writing, and political discourse; low in daily casual conversation.

Erros comuns
  • Using '이데올로기' for a creative idea. 아이디어 (Idea)

    '이데올로기' is a political system; '아이디어' is a creative thought.

  • Pronouncing it as '아이디올로기'. 이데올로기 (Ee-deh-ol-lo-gi)

    The word follows German phonetics, not English.

  • Using it for personal life choices. 가치관 (Values)

    '이데올로기' is too formal and structural for personal life choices.

  • Confusing '이데올로기' with '철학'. 철학 (Philosophy)

    Philosophy is the study; ideology is the applied system of belief.

  • Using '이데올로기' as a verb without '화하다'. 이데올로기화하다

    Nouns cannot act as verbs directly in Korean without the proper suffix.

Dicas

Choose the right level

Use '이데올로기' in your university essays or formal debates to show off your high-level Korean vocabulary.

Double the 'L'

Make sure to say 'ol-lo-gi' clearly. The double 'ㄹ' sound is important for being understood.

History Matters

When using this word, keep the Cold War history of Korea in mind. It's a word with a lot of 'weight'.

Pair with '-주의'

When you mention a specific '-ism' (like 자본주의), you can follow it with '이데올로기' to describe the system as a whole.

Adjective Form

Remember '이데올로기적' (ideological). It's one of the most useful ways to use this word in writing.

News Keywords

If you hear '이념' or '이데올로기' on the news, pay attention—they are likely discussing a major political disagreement.

Look for the Root

In complex texts, look for '이데' at the start of long words; it usually relates to ideas or ideologies.

Avoid Overuse

Don't use it more than once or twice in a short paragraph, or it will sound repetitive and overly dense.

Generational Difference

Be aware that older Koreans might have stronger emotional reactions to this word than younger Koreans.

Neutral Alternatives

If you want to sound less 'political,' use '가치관' (values) or '생각' (thought) instead.

Memorize

Mnemônico

Think of 'Idea' + 'Log' + 'Key'. An ideology is the 'LOG' (record/system) of 'IDEAs' that provides the 'KEY' to understanding a society.

Associação visual

Imagine a pair of glasses with a political flag on the lenses. Everything the person sees is colored by that flag—that's their 이데올로기.

Word Web

Politics Capitalism Socialism Inyeom Academic Cold War Belief System Framework

Desafio

Try to write a short paragraph about your favorite movie and identify if there is an underlying '이데올로기' (e.g., heroism, environmentalism, or family values).

Origem da palavra

Borrowed from the German word 'Ideologie'. The word itself was coined by French philosopher Destutt de Tracy in the late 18th century.

Significado original: The 'science of ideas' (from Greek 'idea' + 'logos').

Indo-European (via German and French).

Contexto cultural

Be careful when discussing ideology in Korea, especially regarding North Korea. While the word is academic, the topic remains sensitive for many older Koreans.

In English, 'ideology' is often used neutrally or slightly negatively (as in 'he's too ideological'). In Korean, it is almost always formal and heavy.

'The End of Ideology' by Daniel Bell (이데올로기의 종언) Marxist ideology (마르크스주의 이데올로기) The 'Red' ideology stigma in Korean history.

Pratique na vida real

Contextos reais

Political Debate

  • 이데올로기적 편향
  • 이념적 갈등
  • 정치적 지향
  • 정책의 기초

History Class

  • 냉전 이데올로기
  • 분단의 역사
  • 사상적 배경
  • 혁명 정신

Sociology Research

  • 지배 이데올로기
  • 사회 구조
  • 가치 체계
  • 문화적 헤게모니

Media Analysis

  • 언론의 중립성
  • 프레임 전쟁
  • 대중 선전
  • 이데올로기적 색채

Literary Criticism

  • 작가의 세계관
  • 작품의 주제
  • 사회 비판
  • 이데올로기적 해체

Iniciadores de conversa

"한국 사회의 이데올로기 갈등에 대해 어떻게 생각하세요?"

"영화나 예술 작품이 특정 이데올로기를 전파한다고 보시나요?"

"현대 사회를 탈이데올로기 시대라고 부를 수 있을까요?"

"기술의 발전이 우리의 이데올로기를 어떻게 변화시키고 있을까요?"

"교육에서 이데올로기 중립성이 왜 중요할까요?"

Temas para diário

내가 무의식적으로 따르고 있는 이데올로기는 무엇인지 성찰해 보세요.

최근 뉴스에서 본 이데올로기적 갈등 사례를 적고 자신의 의견을 써 보세요.

만약 이데올로기가 없는 세상이 온다면 어떤 모습일지 상상해 보세요.

자신이 가장 중요하게 생각하는 가치관과 정치적 이데올로기의 관계를 설명해 보세요.

역사 속에서 이데올로기가 긍정적으로 작용한 사례와 부정적으로 작용한 사례를 비교해 보세요.

Perguntas frequentes

10 perguntas

No, it is technically neutral in academic settings, but in political contexts, it can imply that someone is biased or 'blinded' by their beliefs. For example, '이데올로기에 사로잡히다' (to be trapped by ideology) has a negative connotation.

It's better to use '가치관' (gachigwan) or '생활 신조' (saenghwal sinjo). '이데올로기' sounds like you are talking about a whole political movement.

Korean borrowed the word from German ('Ideologie') during a time when German academic influence was strong. That's why it starts with 'ee' instead of 'eye'.

They are 90% interchangeable, but '이념' is more frequently used in phrases like '이념 갈등' (ideological conflict) and sounds more natural in newspapers.

'탈' (tal) means to escape or move away. So it means 'post-ideology' or the movement away from rigid ideological thinking toward pragmatism.

You add '-적' (jeok) to get '이데올로기적'.

No, that is not a standard Korean word. People might guess what you mean, but it will be marked as a pronunciation error.

Yes, but North Korea often uses terms like '사상' (sasang) or '주의' (-ism) more frequently to describe their specific state doctrines.

Only in historical dramas (사극) set in the 20th century or in political thrillers. You won't hear it in a romantic comedy.

Yes, '이데올로그' (ideologue) is used to describe a person who is a staunch advocate for a specific ideology.

Teste-se 200 perguntas

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Write a sentence using '이데올로기적 갈등'.

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Translate: 'He is obsessed with ideology.'

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Explain the difference between '이데올로기' and '가치관'.

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Write a sentence about the 'Cold War ideology'.

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Translate: 'Education must be neutral from ideology.'

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Why is '이데올로기' a loanword?

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Use '탈이데올로기' in a sentence.

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Write a sentence about 'dominant ideology'.

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Translate: 'The movie criticizes consumerist ideology.'

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Explain '이데올로그'.

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Write a sentence using '이데올로기 때문에'.

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Use '이데올로기적 배경' in a sentence.

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Translate: 'Ideology conceals reality.'

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Write a sentence about 'political ideology'.

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Discuss the 'end of ideology'.

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Is ideology important? Why? (In Korean)

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Translate: 'Ideological bias in the media.'

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Use '이데올로기화' in a sentence.

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Write a sentence about 'overthrowing an ideology'.

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Describe 'ideological imaginary'.

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Say 'Political ideology' in Korean.

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Say 'Ideological conflict' in Korean.

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Say 'I study ideology' in Korean.

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Pronounce '이데올로기' correctly.

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Say 'Dominant ideology' in Korean.

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Say 'Post-ideology era' in Korean.

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Say 'Ideological bias' in Korean.

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Say 'Because of ideology' in Korean.

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Say 'Adhering to ideology' in Korean.

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Say 'Ideology critique' in Korean.

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Say 'What is ideology?' in Korean.

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Say 'Spread of ideology' in Korean.

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Say 'Concealing ideology' in Korean.

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Say 'Trapped in ideology' in Korean.

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Say 'Ideological legitimacy' in Korean.

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Say 'New ideology' in Korean.

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Say 'Ideology is important' in Korean.

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Say 'End of ideology' in Korean.

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Say 'Ideological background' in Korean.

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Say 'Ideological device' in Korean.

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Listen and write: 이데올로기적 갈등

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Listen and write: 이데올로기

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Listen and write: 지배 이데올로기

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Listen and write: 탈이데올로기

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Listen and write: 이념과 이데올로기

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Listen and write: 이데올로기 편향

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Listen and write: 이데올로기의 종언

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Listen and write: 정치 이데올로기

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Listen and write: 이데올로기 주입

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Listen and write: 이데올로기적 정당성

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Listen and write: 사회 이데올로기

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Listen and write: 이데올로기적 차이

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Listen and write: 이데올로기 비판

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Listen and write: 새로운 이데올로기

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Listen and write: 이데올로기 고수

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