At the A1 level, '생산적' (saengsan-jeok) is a bit advanced, but you can understand it as 'doing good work' or 'working hard.' Think of it as 'productive' like when you finish all your homework. You might hear it as '생산적인 하루' (a productive day). At this level, focus on the idea that it means you did many useful things. It's like saying 'I was busy in a good way.' You can use it to tell your teacher or parents that you didn't waste your time. It comes from '생산' (making things) + '적' (like). So, 'like making things.'
At the A2 level, you start to see '생산적' in more sentences about daily life and work. You should know that '생산적이다' means 'to be productive.' You can use it to describe your study habits or your hobbies. For example, '공부를 생산적으로 해요' (I study productively). This is better than just saying 'I study a lot' because it means you are actually learning and getting results. You can also use the opposite, '비생산적' (unproductive), to describe when you spend too much time on your phone without doing anything useful.
As a B1 learner, you should use '생산적' to discuss efficiency and outcomes in professional or academic settings. You understand that it describes processes that lead to a large amount of useful output. You can use it in phrases like '생산적인 회의' (productive meeting) or '생산적인 대화' (productive conversation). You should also be able to distinguish it from '효율적' (efficient). While efficiency is about using fewer resources, productivity is about the total amount produced. At this level, you can use '생산적으로' as an adverb to modify verbs like '일하다' (work) or '보내다' (spend time).
At the B2 level, you can use '생산적' in complex discussions about economics, social issues, and self-development. You understand the nuance of '생산적 투자' (productive investment) versus '소비적 지출' (consumptive spending). You can use the word to argue for better work-life balance, perhaps by saying that resting makes you more '생산적' in the long run. You are also comfortable using the noun form '생산성' (productivity) in formal reports or essays. You can explain how certain policies or technologies increase the '생산성' of a country or a company.
At the C1 level, you use '생산적' with precision in academic and professional contexts. You can discuss '생산적 담론' (productive discourse) in philosophy or '생산적 관계' (productive relationships) in sociology. You recognize when the word is used metaphorically, such as in literature to describe a '생산적인 고통' (productive pain/struggle) that leads to artistic creation. Your vocabulary includes related Sino-Korean terms like '생산력' (productive capacity) and '생산 수단' (means of production). You can critique the societal obsession with being '생산적' and discuss the 'Gat-saeng' culture in depth.
At the C2 level, you have a near-native grasp of '생산적' and its implications in various specialized fields. You can engage in high-level debates about '생산적 복지' (productive welfare), a specific Korean policy concept that links welfare to labor participation. You understand the historical evolution of the term in Korean economic development during the 20th century. You can use the word in subtle, ironic, or highly formal ways. You are capable of writing a thesis on the '생산성' of modern Korean society, using the term to analyze everything from birth rates to technological innovation without hesitation.

생산적 30秒了解

  • Used to describe something that produces useful results or value.
  • Commonly applied to work, study, and daily routines in Korea.
  • The opposite of 'wasteful' (소비적) or 'unproductive' (비생산적).
  • Highly valued in Korean society's 'Gat-saeng' (diligent life) culture.

The Korean word 생산적 (saengsan-jeok) is a versatile adjective that translates most directly to 'productive' in English. It is derived from the Sino-Korean roots 생산 (saengsan), meaning 'production' or 'manufacture,' and the suffix 적 (jeok), which transforms a noun into an adjective meaning '-ive' or 'having the quality of.' In a literal sense, it refers to the capacity to produce goods or services, but in daily conversation, it has evolved to describe any activity, mindset, or period of time that yields beneficial, constructive, or fruitful results. Whether you are talking about a business meeting that actually solved problems or a weekend spent learning a new skill, this word captures the essence of time well-spent.

Core Concept
The ability to generate tangible or intangible value through effort and focus.
Modern Nuance
Often used in the context of 'self-improvement' and 'time management' (갓생 - Gat-saeng culture).

우리는 오늘 아주 생산적인 토론을 했습니다.

Translation: We had a very productive discussion today.

In the competitive landscape of South Korea, being saengsan-jeok is highly valued. It isn't just about working long hours; it's about the output. You will hear this word in corporate environments where managers evaluate the 'saengsan-seong' (productivity) of their teams, but you will also hear it among students who are trying to avoid 'palsy' (wasting time). If you tell a Korean friend, "오늘 정말 생산적이었어" (Today was really productive), it conveys a sense of pride and satisfaction in having achieved your goals.

시간을 생산적으로 사용하는 것이 중요합니다.

Translation: It is important to use time productively.

Beyond work, the word is used in creative and intellectual fields. A 'saengsan-jeok-in gwangye' (productive relationship) is one where both parties grow and improve. A 'saengsan-jeok-in hwan-gyeong' (productive environment) is one that fosters focus and results. It is the antithesis of 'somobi-jeok' (consumptive or wasteful). In a society that often measures worth by achievement, mastering this word allows you to participate in conversations about success, health, and personal growth.

Colloquial Usage
Used when bragging about finishing chores or studying early.

주말을 생산적으로 보내고 싶어요.

Translation: I want to spend my weekend productively.

Using 생산적 correctly requires understanding its grammatical forms. As a 'determiner-adjective' (관형사형 형용사) or a noun that functions like an adjective, it most frequently appears in three forms: 생산적이다 (to be productive), 생산적인 (productive [noun]), and 생산적으로 (productively).

The Predicative Form (-이다)
Use this to end a sentence. '이 회의는 생산적이다' (This meeting is productive). In polite speech, it becomes '생산적이에요' or '생산적입니다'.

그의 제안은 매우 생산적이었다.

Translation: His proposal was very productive.

When you want to describe a noun directly, you use 생산적인. For example, '생산적인 취미' (a productive hobby). This is the most common way to use the word in written Korean and formal presentations. It implies that the noun in question has the inherent quality of being useful or generative.

생산적인 대화가 필요합니다.

Translation: A productive conversation is necessary.

To describe how an action is performed, use the adverbial form 생산적으로. This is often paired with verbs like '보내다' (to spend time), '일하다' (to work), or '생각하다' (to think). It answers the question: 'In what manner was the activity carried out?'

어떻게 하면 더 생산적으로 일할 수 있을까요?

Translation: How can we work more productively?

Finally, consider the negative context. You can say '비생산적' (bi-saengsan-jeok) to mean 'unproductive.' The prefix '비' (bi) means 'non-' or 'un-.' This is a powerful word in business contexts to criticize inefficient processes or pointless arguments without being overly aggressive.

Contrast
생산적 (Productive) vs. 소비적 (Consumptive/Wasteful) vs. 비생산적 (Unproductive).

You will encounter 생산적 in various spheres of Korean life, each with a slightly different flavor. In the professional world, it is a buzzword. During performance reviews, a manager might say, "올해 김 대리님은 아주 생산적인 성과를 내셨어요" (Mr. Kim, you produced very productive results this year). In news reports regarding the economy, you'll hear about '생산적 투자' (productive investment), referring to money put into things like factories or technology that will generate more wealth, as opposed to speculative investments.

회의가 너무 길어지면 비생산적이에요.

Translation: If the meeting gets too long, it's unproductive.

On social media, specifically Korean YouTube (often called 'Gong-tube' or 'Study-tube'), influencers often talk about '생산적인 아침 루틴' (a productive morning routine). This reflects the 'Miracle Morning' trend that became huge in Korea, where people wake up at 5 AM to study, exercise, or read before work. Here, the word takes on a more personal, aspirational tone. It's about self-actualization and feeling like you are moving forward in life.

저는 생산적인 삶을 살고 싶어요.

Translation: I want to live a productive life.

In educational settings, teachers encourage students to engage in '생산적인 활동' (productive activities) during their vacations. Instead of just playing games, they might suggest volunteering or learning a language. Even in politics, you might hear about '생산적인 정치' (productive politics), which refers to parties actually cooperating to pass laws rather than just bickering. It is a word that carries a positive moral weight—to be productive is to be a contributing member of society.

Finally, in casual dating or friendships, people might use it to describe their dynamic. If a couple studies together or helps each other grow, they might jokingly or seriously call it a '생산적인 연애' (a productive relationship). It emphasizes that their time together isn't just for fun, but for mutual betterment.

While 생산적 is straightforward, English speakers often make mistakes by confusing it with similar concepts like 'efficiency' or 'effectiveness.' The most common error is using '생산적' when you actually mean '효율적' (hyoyul-jeok - efficient). While related, they are distinct. Productivity is about the total output, while efficiency is about the ratio of output to input (doing more with less).

Mistake 1: Confusing with Efficiency
Saying '생산적인 엔진' (productive engine) when you mean '효율적인 엔진' (efficient engine). Engines are efficient; the factory that makes them is productive.

틀린 예: 이 차는 아주 생산적이에요. (X)

Correct: 이 차는 아주 효율적이에요. (The car is efficient.)

Another mistake is overusing the word in situations where '유익하다' (yuik-hada - beneficial/instructive) or '보람 있다' (boram itda - rewarding) would be more natural. If you watched a documentary and learned a lot, calling it '생산적' sounds a bit like you were treating the documentary as a work task. Using '유익한 시간' (beneficial time) sounds more natural for leisure activities that were educational.

틀린 예: 그 영화는 아주 생산적이었어요. (X)

Better: 그 영화는 아주 유익했어요. (The movie was very beneficial/informative.)

Grammatically, learners sometimes forget that words cannot be used as verbs directly. You cannot say '생산적해' (X). You must use the copula '이다' (생산적이야) or the verb '생산하다' (to produce). Also, remember that '생산적' is an adjective, but its root '생산' is a noun. Don't mix them up in complex sentences.

To truly master Korean, you should know when to use 생산적 and when to choose an alternative. Depending on the context—whether it's business, personal growth, or general usefulness—other words might fit better.

효율적 (Hyoyul-jeok)
Meaning 'Efficient.' Use this when focusing on saving time, money, or energy while achieving a result. '효율적인 방법' (an efficient method).
유익하다 (Yuik-hada)
Meaning 'Beneficial' or 'Helpful.' Best for educational content, advice, or experiences that improved you. '유익한 강의' (a beneficial lecture).
보람 있다 (Boram itda)
Meaning 'Rewarding' or 'Worthwhile.' Use this for emotional satisfaction. '보람 있는 하루' (a rewarding day).
건설적 (Geonseol-jeok)
Meaning 'Constructive.' Specifically used for feedback, criticism, or discussions that aim to build something up. '건설적인 비판' (constructive criticism).

우리는 건설적인 방향으로 나아가야 합니다.

Translation: We must move in a constructive direction.

When comparing 생산적 and 건설적, notice that '생산적' focuses on the volume and value of output, while '건설적' focuses on the positive nature of the process. You can have a productive day (doing many tasks) that wasn't necessarily 'constructive' in a long-term sense, though they often overlap. If you are a student, '효과적' (hyogwa-jeok - effective) is also important; it means getting the specific result you wanted.

How Formal Is It?

趣味小知识

The root '산' (産) is the same one used in 'chulsan' (childbirth). In a way, being productive is linguistically linked to the act of giving life or bringing something new into the world.

发音指南

UK sɛŋ.san.dʑʌk
US seŋ.san.dʒʌk
Stress is relatively even across all syllables in Korean, but a slight emphasis may fall on the first syllable '생'.
押韵词
열정적 (yeoljeong-jeok) 긍정적 (geungjeong-jeok) 부정적 (bujeong-jeok) 효과적 (hyogwa-jeok) 발전적 (baljeon-jeok) 적극적 (jeokgeuk-jeok) 창의적 (changui-jeok) 정치적 (jeongchi-jeok)
常见错误
  • Pronouncing '적' as 'jook' instead of 'jeok'.
  • Making the 's' in 'saeng' too sharp like an English 'z'.
  • Failing to pronounce the batchim 'ng' (ㅇ) in 'saeng' clearly.
  • Pronouncing 'san' like the English word 'sand' with a flat 'a'.
  • Over-stressing the last syllable.

难度评级

阅读 3/5

Easy to recognize due to the common '-적' suffix.

写作 4/5

Requires understanding how to attach '-인' or '-으로' correctly.

口语 3/5

Pronunciation is straightforward but requires clear batchim.

听力 3/5

Commonly heard in news, podcasts, and workplaces.

接下来学什么

前置知识

생산 (Production) 만들다 (To make) 일 (Work) 시간 (Time) 좋다 (To be good)

接下来学习

효율적 (Efficient) 효과적 (Effective) 건설적 (Constructive) 창의적 (Creative) 성과 (Results)

高级

생산성 (Productivity) 부가가치 (Value-added) 자본주의 (Capitalism) 노동력 (Labor power) 효용 (Utility)

需要掌握的语法

Noun + 적 (Suffix)

경제적 (Economic), 문화적 (Cultural)

Adjective + 인 (Determiner form)

생산적인 활동

Adjective + 으로 (Adverbial form)

생산적으로 일하다

Noun + 이다 (Copula)

이것은 생산적이다

비- (Prefix for negation)

비생산적 (Unproductive)

按水平分级的例句

1

오늘 정말 생산적이었어요.

I was really productive today.

Past tense of 생산적이다.

2

생산적인 학생이 되세요.

Be a productive student.

Adjective form modifying '학생'.

3

이 일은 생산적이에요.

This work is productive.

Present tense polite.

4

우리는 생산적으로 놀아요.

We play productively.

Adverbial form.

5

생산적인 하루를 보내세요.

Have a productive day.

Common greeting.

6

그것은 생산적이지 않아요.

That is not productive.

Negative form -지 않다.

7

더 생산적인 것이 좋아요.

Something more productive is good.

Comparative nuance with '더'.

8

생산적인 생각만 해요.

I only think productive thoughts.

Focus particle '만'.

1

시간을 생산적으로 쓰고 싶어요.

I want to use my time productively.

Object marker '시간을'.

2

생산적인 취미를 찾아보세요.

Try to find a productive hobby.

Imperative -아/어 보세요.

3

회의는 아주 생산적이었나요?

Was the meeting very productive?

Question form.

4

생산적인 일을 하면 기분이 좋아요.

I feel good when I do productive work.

Conditional -(으)면.

5

그의 조언은 생산적이었어요.

His advice was productive (useful).

Subject marker '그의'.

6

비생산적인 활동은 피하세요.

Avoid unproductive activities.

Antonym '비생산적'.

7

주말을 생산적으로 보냈어요.

I spent the weekend productively.

Verb '보내다' (to spend time).

8

어떤 것이 더 생산적인가요?

Which one is more productive?

Interrogative -(으)ㄴ가요.

1

우리는 생산적인 토론을 통해 결론을 내렸습니다.

We reached a conclusion through a productive discussion.

Through/via '통해'.

2

생산적인 관계를 유지하는 것이 중요합니다.

It is important to maintain a productive relationship.

Gerund form -는 것.

3

그 회사는 생산적인 시스템을 도입했습니다.

The company introduced a productive system.

Verb '도입하다' (to introduce/adopt).

4

어떻게 하면 더 생산적으로 일할 수 있을까요?

How can we work more productively?

Potential form -ㄹ 수 있을까요.

5

그의 비판은 매우 생산적이고 건설적이었습니다.

His criticism was very productive and constructive.

Connective -고.

6

생산적인 아침 루틴을 시작했습니다.

I started a productive morning routine.

Direct object '루틴을'.

7

시간 낭비보다는 생산적인 일을 하세요.

Do something productive rather than wasting time.

Contrast '보다는'.

8

이 도구는 업무를 더 생산적으로 만들어 줍니다.

This tool makes the work more productive.

Causative-like '만들어 주다'.

1

생산적인 투자가 경제 성장의 핵심입니다.

Productive investment is the key to economic growth.

Focus on economic terminology.

2

갈등을 생산적인 방향으로 해결해야 합니다.

Conflicts must be resolved in a productive direction.

Directional particle '-으로'.

3

그녀의 제안은 팀의 생산적인 협력을 이끌어냈습니다.

Her proposal led to the team's productive cooperation.

Verb '이끌어내다' (to draw out/lead to).

4

비생산적인 쟁점을 피하고 본질에 집중합시다.

Let's avoid unproductive issues and focus on the essence.

Exhortative '-읍시다'.

5

기술의 발전이 생산적인 변화를 가져왔습니다.

The advancement of technology brought about productive changes.

Verb '가져오다' (to bring).

6

생산적인 삶에 대한 압박감을 느끼기도 합니다.

Sometimes I feel pressure about living a productive life.

Noun phrase with '대한'.

7

우리는 더 생산적인 대안을 찾아야 합니다.

We must find a more productive alternative.

Modal '-야 합니다'.

8

이것은 생산적인 결과를 보장하지 않습니다.

This does not guarantee a productive result.

Verb '보장하다' (to guarantee).

1

생산적인 담론을 형성하기 위해서는 열린 마음이 필요합니다.

An open mind is needed to form a productive discourse.

In order to '-(기) 위해서'.

2

그 작가는 고통을 생산적인 예술로 승화시켰습니다.

The artist sublimated pain into productive art.

Verb '승화시키다' (to sublimate).

3

생산적인 복지 정책은 자립을 돕는 데 초점을 맞춥니다.

Productive welfare policies focus on helping self-reliance.

Focusing '초점을 맞추다'.

4

창의성은 종종 비생산적인 것처럼 보이는 시간에서 나옵니다.

Creativity often comes from time that seems unproductive.

Apparent state '-것처럼 보이는'.

5

사회의 생산적인 역량을 강화해야 할 때입니다.

It is time to strengthen the productive capacity of society.

Time to '-할 때입니다'.

6

그들은 생산적인 파트너십을 통해 시장을 선점했습니다.

They preoccupied the market through a productive partnership.

Verb '선점하다' (to occupy first).

7

생산적인 비판은 조직의 발전에 필수적입니다.

Productive criticism is essential for the development of an organization.

Essential '필수적'.

8

우리는 생산적인 경쟁을 장려해야 합니다.

We must encourage productive competition.

Verb '장려하다' (to encourage).

1

생산적 노동의 가치는 시대에 따라 재정의되어 왔습니다.

The value of productive labor has been redefined over time.

Passive present perfect '-되어 왔다'.

2

지나치게 생산성만을 강조하는 문화는 인간 소외를 초래할 수 있습니다.

A culture that overemphasizes only productivity can lead to human alienation.

Causative '초래하다' (to cause/bring about).

3

생산적인 지식의 공유는 집단 지성의 근간이 됩니다.

The sharing of productive knowledge is the foundation of collective intelligence.

Foundation '근간'.

4

이론과 실천의 생산적인 결합이 학문의 진보를 이끕니다.

The productive combination of theory and practice leads the progress of academia.

Combination '결합'.

5

국가는 생산적인 인구 구조를 유지하기 위해 노력하고 있습니다.

The state is striving to maintain a productive population structure.

Striving '노력하고 있다'.

6

그의 철학은 삶의 모든 순간을 생산적인 생성의 과정으로 봅니다.

His philosophy views every moment of life as a process of productive becoming.

Becoming '생성'.

7

생산적인 갈등 관리는 리더십의 정수입니다.

Productive conflict management is the essence of leadership.

Essence '정수'.

8

우리는 기술이 인간의 삶을 어떻게 더 생산적으로 변화시키는지 고찰해야 합니다.

We must contemplate how technology changes human life more productively.

Contemplate '고찰하다'.

近义词

건설적 효율적 발전적 결과 중심적

反义词

비생산적 소모적 파괴적

常见搭配

생산적인 활동
생산적인 회의
생산적인 대화
생산적인 투자
생산적인 관계
생산적인 방향
생산적인 루틴
생산적인 사고
생산적인 비판
생산적인 삶

常用短语

생산적으로 보내다

— To spend (time) productively. Used for days, weekends, or vacations.

주말을 생산적으로 보냈어요.

생산적이지 못하다

— To not be productive. A slightly softer way to say unproductive.

지금의 방식은 생산적이지 못합니다.

생산적인 결과를 내다

— To produce a productive result. Used in business or projects.

우리는 생산적인 결과를 내야 합니다.

생산적인 논의

— A productive discussion/debate. Used in formal settings.

생산적인 논의가 이어졌습니다.

생산적인 가치

— Productive value. Refers to the worth generated by an action.

생산적인 가치를 창출해야 합니다.

생산적인 대안

— A productive alternative. A better solution to a problem.

더 생산적인 대안을 제시해 주세요.

생산적인 취미

— A productive hobby. A hobby that results in a skill or product.

그녀는 생산적인 취미가 많아요.

생산적인 일

— Productive work/task. General term for useful things to do.

오늘 생산적인 일을 많이 했어요.

생산적으로 생각하다

— To think productively. To have a mindset focused on results.

문제를 생산적으로 생각해 보세요.

생산적인 협력

— Productive cooperation. Working together effectively.

팀 간의 생산적인 협력이 돋보였습니다.

容易混淆的词

생산적 vs 효율적

Efficiency is about the process (least waste); productivity is about the result (most output).

생산적 vs 효과적

Effectiveness is about reaching the goal; productivity is about the volume of useful work.

생산적 vs 건설적

Constructive is about the positive nature of feedback/growth; productivity is more general.

习语与表达

"시간을 금처럼 쓰다"

— To use time like gold. While not using the word '생산적', it describes the ultimate productive lifestyle.

그는 시간을 금처럼 쓰며 생산적으로 삽니다.

Common
"일거양득"

— Killing two birds with one stone. Highly productive as it yields two results for one effort.

이 방법은 일거양득이라 아주 생산적이에요.

Literary/Idiom
"밑 빠진 독에 물 붓기"

— Pouring water into a bottomless pot. The opposite of productive; a futile and wasteful effort.

이 투자는 밑 빠진 독에 물 붓기처럼 비생산적입니다.

Common Idiom
"구슬이 서 말이라도 꿰어야 보배"

— Even if you have three containers of beads, they are only jewels if you string them together. Refers to making potential into something productive.

아이디어만 있지 말고 생산적인 결과로 만드세요.

Proverb
"티끌 모아 태산"

— Small dust gathers to make a great mountain. Small productive actions lead to big results.

매일 생산적인 습관을 가지면 티끌 모아 태산이 됩니다.

Common Proverb
"천 리 길도 한 걸음부터"

— A journey of a thousand miles begins with a single step. Encouragement for starting productive work.

생산적인 삶도 천 리 길도 한 걸음부터입니다.

Proverb
"쇠뿔도 단김에 빼라"

— Pull out the bull's horns while they are hot. Act productively while the momentum is there.

의욕이 있을 때 생산적인 일을 처리하세요.

Proverb
"가는 말이 고와야 오는 말이 곱다"

— If the outgoing words are beautiful, the incoming words will be beautiful. Used to encourage productive/constructive communication.

생산적인 대화를 위해 가는 말이 고와야 합니다.

Proverb
"공든 탑이 무너지랴"

— Will a tower built with great effort collapse? Hard, productive work will not be in vain.

생산적으로 일하면 공든 탑은 무너지지 않습니다.

Proverb
"시작이 반이다"

— Starting is half the battle. Emphasizes that starting a productive task is the hardest part.

생산적인 습관을 시작하는 것이 반입니다.

Common Sayings

容易混淆

생산적 vs 생산

Noun vs Adjective

생산 is the noun 'production'. 생산적 is the adjective 'productive'.

공장에서 생산을 해요 (Production in factory) vs 생산적인 활동 (Productive activity).

생산적 vs 성실하다

Diligence vs Productivity

성실하다 is being diligent/sincere. You can be diligent but not productive if you work on the wrong things.

그는 성실하지만 생산적이지는 않아요.

생산적 vs 바쁘다

Busy vs Productive

Busy just means having a lot to do. Productive means actually getting results.

바쁘기만 하고 생산적이지 않아요.

생산적 vs 유용하다

Useful vs Productive

유용하다 is 'useful' (as a tool). 생산적 is 'productive' (as an action/time).

이 칼은 유용해요 vs 이 시간은 생산적이에요.

생산적 vs 발전적

Developmental vs Productive

발전적 focuses on future growth. 생산적 focuses on current output.

우리는 발전적인 관계입니다.

句型

A2

N은/는 생산적이에요.

이 공부는 생산적이에요.

B1

N을/를 생산적으로 V-아요/어요.

시간을 생산적으로 써요.

B1

생산적인 N을/를 하고 싶어요.

생산적인 일을 하고 싶어요.

B2

V-는 것이 더 생산적입니다.

협력하는 것이 더 생산적입니다.

B2

생산적인 N에 대해 이야기합시다.

생산적인 방향에 대해 이야기합시다.

C1

생산적인 N을/를 형성하는 것이 필수적이다.

생산적인 담론을 형성하는 것이 필수적이다.

C1

비생산적인 N보다는 생산적인 N이 낫다.

비생산적인 논쟁보다는 생산적인 대화가 낫다.

C2

생산적 N의 가치가 재조명되고 있다.

생산적 노동의 가치가 재조명되고 있다.

词族

名词

생산 Production
생산성 Productivity
생산자 Producer
생산량 Output/Production volume
생산품 Produced goods

动词

생산하다 To produce
생산되다 To be produced

形容词

생산적이다 To be productive
비생산적이다 To be unproductive

相关

효율 (Efficiency)
결과 (Result)
성과 (Performance/Outcome)
가치 (Value)
노동 (Labor)

如何使用

frequency

Very common in professional and self-help contexts.

常见错误
  • 생산적해 생산적이야 / 생산적이에요

    '-적' words use the copula '이다', not the '하다' verb ending.

  • 생산적 차 효율적인 차

    A car is 'efficient' (fuel-wise), not 'productive' (output-wise).

  • 생산적 영화 유익한 영화

    A movie is usually 'beneficial/informative' rather than 'productive'.

  • 생산적을 보냈어요 생산적으로 보냈어요

    Use the adverbial '-으로' when describing how you spent time.

  • 생산적이다 사람 생산적인 사람

    Use the determiner form '-인' to modify a noun directly.

小贴士

Context Matters

In a business setting, focus on '생산적인 결과' (productive results). In personal life, use '생산적인 하루' (productive day).

Adjective Ending

Remember to use '인' to modify nouns: 생산적인 + [Noun].

Opposites

Learn '비생산적' (unproductive) and '소비적' (wasteful) at the same time.

The Gat-saeng Trend

Young Koreans love talking about being productive. Use this word to join that conversation!

Natural Flow

Use '생산적으로 보냈어요' to sound like a native when talking about your weekend.

Formal Writing

Use '생산성' (productivity) in formal reports instead of the adjective.

News Keywords

When you hear '생산적', listen for words like '경제' (economy) or '투자' (investment).

Study Routines

Call your study time '생산적인 시간' to motivate yourself.

Not Just Busy

Remember: Busy (바쁘다) is not the same as productive (생산적).

Sino-Korean Roots

Remember '생산' means production. It makes the adjective easy to recall.

记住它

记忆技巧

Think of 'Sang-sun' (생산) as 'Sang' (Prize) + 'Sun' (The sun). If you work while the sun is up, you get a prize because you were productive!

视觉联想

Imagine a factory (생산) that has a big red target (적) on it. Every time a product hits the target, it's a 'productive' hit.

Word Web

생산 (Production) 생산성 (Productivity) 생산자 (Producer) 생산적 (Productive) 생산량 (Output) 생산품 (Product) 비생산적 (Unproductive) 재생산 (Reproduction)

挑战

Try to use '생산적' at least three times today: once for your work, once for your hobby, and once to describe your day to a friend.

词源

Derived from Sino-Korean roots. '생' (生) means birth, life, or to give rise to. '산' (産) means to produce, give birth, or property/estate. Together, '생산' (生産) refers to the act of creating something. The suffix '적' (的) means 'target' or 'mark,' used here to turn the noun into an adjective meaning 'having the quality of.'

原始含义: Having the quality of production or creation.

Sino-Korean (Hanja)

文化背景

Be careful not to sound like you are judging someone if they are having a 'non-productive' day, as rest is increasingly seen as important for mental health.

In English-speaking cultures, 'productive' is often tied to 'hustle culture,' but it can also be used more loosely for chores or errands.

Gat-saeng (갓생) - A popular Korean slang term for living a very productive life. Miracle Morning (미라클 모닝) - A global trend very popular in Korea for morning productivity. Saengsan-jeok Bokji (생산적 복지) - A historical Korean government policy term.

在生活中练习

真实语境

Workplace

  • 생산적인 회의
  • 생산성을 높이다
  • 업무가 생산적이다
  • 비생산적인 보고

School/Study

  • 생산적인 공부법
  • 시간을 생산적으로 쓰다
  • 생산적인 방학
  • 유익하고 생산적인 강의

Self-Improvement

  • 생산적인 습관
  • 생산적인 삶
  • 생산적인 아침
  • 더 생산적인 사람

Economy

  • 생산적 투자
  • 생산적 인구
  • 생산적인 산업
  • 국가 생산성

Relationships

  • 생산적인 대화
  • 생산적인 관계
  • 서로에게 생산적이다
  • 건설적이고 생산적인 조언

对话开场白

"오늘 가장 생산적이었던 일은 뭐예요?"

"시간을 더 생산적으로 쓰는 방법이 있을까요?"

"주말을 생산적으로 보내는 편인가요, 아니면 그냥 쉬는 편인가요?"

"본인에게 가장 생산적인 시간대는 언제예요? (아침 vs 밤)"

"어떤 취미가 가장 생산적이라고 생각하세요?"

日记主题

오늘 내가 한 일 중에서 가장 생산적이었던 활동 세 가지를 적어보세요.

내가 생각하는 '생산적인 삶'이란 무엇인지 정의해 보세요.

비생산적이라고 느끼는 습관을 어떻게 고칠 수 있을지 계획을 세워보세요.

생산성이 떨어질 때 나만의 극복 방법은 무엇인가요?

일주일 동안 시간을 얼마나 생산적으로 사용했는지 평가해 보세요.

常见问题

10 个问题

Usually, we describe a person's *actions* or *life* as productive ('생산적인 사람'). To say a person is a 'productive worker,' you'd say '생산적인 직원'. It's not usually a personality trait like 'kind' or 'mean'.

Productive (생산적) means you produced a lot of value. Efficient (효율적) means you did it without wasting time or money. You can be productive but inefficient if you work 20 hours to do a 5-hour task.

It is neutral to formal. You can use it with friends, but it is also the standard word in business meetings and news reports.

You use the prefix '비' (bi-), making it '비생산적' (bi-saengsan-jeok).

Yes! '생산적인 취미' is a common phrase for hobbies that result in something tangible, like knitting, coding, or gardening.

The verb is '생산하다' (to produce), but '생산적' is usually used with '이다' (to be) or '보내다' (to spend time).

No. It can refer to emotional growth, learning, or even a good conversation. Anything that creates 'value' is productive.

It's a mix of 'God' and 'Saeng' (Life). It refers to living an extremely productive and diligent life. It's very popular among young Koreans.

Usually, we use '생산성이 좋다' (productivity is good) for crops or land, rather than calling the plant '생산적'.

You say '생산적인 하루' (saengsan-jeok-in haru).

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Write a sentence: 'How can I spend my time productively?'

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Write a sentence: 'Let's find a productive way.'

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Pronounce: 생산적

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Say: 'I had a productive day.'

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Say: 'Let's talk productively.'

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Say: 'This is unproductive.'

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Say: 'I want a productive hobby.'

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Say: 'We need a productive meeting.'

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Say: 'How was your productive day?'

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Say: 'It was very productive.'

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Say: 'Use time productively.'

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Say: 'I am a productive person.'

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Say: 'Productive thinking is important.'

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Say: 'Let's find a productive way.'

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Say: 'Stop unproductive talk.'

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Say: 'I feel productive today.'

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Say: 'He works productively.'

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Say: 'It leads to a productive result.'

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Say: 'Morning is productive.'

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Say: 'Is it productive to wait?'

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Say: 'We had a productive time.'

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Say: 'Live a productive life.'

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Listen and choose the word: '그는 참 생산적인 사람이다.'

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Listen and choose the word: '비생산적인 일은 하지 마.'

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Listen and choose the word: '시간을 생산적으로 사용해.'

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Listen and choose the word: '오늘 회의는 생산적이었어.'

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Listen and choose the word: '생산적인 결과를 기대해.'

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Listen and choose the word: '생산성이 아주 높아요.'

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Listen and choose the word: '더 생산적인 대안이 있나?'

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Listen and choose the word: '생산적으로 일하는 법.'

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listening

Listen and choose the word: '생산적인 활동을 추천해.'

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Listen and choose the word: '이것은 비생산적이다.'

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listening

Listen and choose the word: '생산적인 삶을 위해.'

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listening

Listen and choose the word: '생산적인 아침.'

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listening

Listen and choose the word: '생산적인 토론.'

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listening

Listen and choose the word: '정말 생산적이었나요?'

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listening

Listen and choose the word: '생산적인 관계.'

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