[v] to gain knowledge of something, especially for the first time
I discovered a new species of butterfly in the Amazon rainforest.
저는 아마존 열대우림에서 새로운 종류의 나비를 발견했어요.
challenge
[n] something difficult that tests someone’s ability
[v] to test the skills or abilities of someone or something by presenting the difficulties
The students accepted the teacher's challenge to read 10 books in a month.
학생들은 한 달 동안 10권의 책을 읽으라는 선생님의 도전을 받아들였습니다.
semester
[n] one half of the school year
The semester starts in September for most universities.
대부분의 대학교에서 학기는 9월에 시작합니다.
comfort
[n] something that makes someone feel safe, relaxed, and free from stress
The new sofa provides great comfort for our living room.
새 소파가 우리 거실에 큰 편안함을 제공합니다.
assignment
[n] a task or piece of work that is given to someone
The teacher gave us a difficult assignment for homework.
선생님께서 숙제로 어려운 과제를 주셨어요.
involve
[v] to include someone or something as a part of an activity, situation, or event
The project will involve several teams working together.
이 프로젝트는 여러 팀이 함께 일하는 것을 수반할 것입니다.
give it a try
to make an effort to do something
Let's give it a try and see if we can solve this puzzle.
한번 해보고 이 퍼즐을 풀 수 있는지 봅시다.
preference
[n] something that is liked more than another thing
The students were asked about their preference for school lunch options.
학생들은 학교 급식 메뉴에 대한 선호도를 물어봤습니다.
opportunity
[n] a situation that makes it possible to do something Opportunity only knocks once, so be ready to grab it.
기회는 한 번만 찾아오니 잡을 준비를 하세요.
awkward
[adj] causing a feeling of embarrassment or nervousness
The situation became awkward when no one spoke for several minutes.
아무도 몇 분 동안 말을 하지 않아서 상황이 어색해졌어요.
absorbed
[adj] very interested in and completely focused on something
She was completely absorbed in her book and didn't hear the doorbell.
그녀는 책에 완전히 빠져 있어서 초인종 소리를 듣지 못했어요.
satisfying
[adj] making someone feel pleasure by providing a need or want Satisfying a customer's needs is crucial for any business.
고객의 요구를 만족시키는 것은 모든 사업에서 중요합니다.
distract
[v] to direct someone’s focus away from something
The noise from the street distracted him from his homework.
거리의 소음으로 인해 그는 숙제에 집중할 수 없었다.
overcome
[v] to succeed in dealing with a problem Overcome your fear of public speaking by practicing regularly.
정기적으로 연습하여 대중 연설에 대한 두려움을 극복하세요.
discomfort
[n] a feeling of being physically or mentally uncomfortable Discomfort can be felt when wearing new shoes for too long.
새 신발을 오래 신으면 불편함을 느낄 수 있어요.
come across
to find someone or something by chance
I came across an old photo album while cleaning my room.
방을 청소하는 동안 오래된 사진첩을 우연히 발견했어요.
assure
[v] to confidently tell something to someone so they feel sure
I can assure you that the project will be completed on time.
당신에게 그 프로젝트가 제시간에 완료될 것이라고 장담할 수 있습니다.
sign up
to write your name on a form to officially agree to do or join an organized activity Sign up for the cooking class before it's full.
요리 수업이 꽉 차기 전에 등록하세요.
instructor
[n] someone whose job is to teach something
The instructor explained the lesson clearly to the students.
강사가 학생들에게 수업을 명확하게 설명했어요.
properly
[adv] in a correct or acceptable way Properly brushing your teeth can prevent cavities.
이를 제대로 닦으면 충치를 예방할 수 있어요.
manage to
to succeed in doing something, especially something difficult
He managed to finish the project before the deadline.
그는 마감 시간 전에 간신히 프로젝트를 끝냈어요.
excitement
[n] a strong feeling of joy and enthusiasm
The children felt great excitement before the school trip.
아이들은 수학여행 전에 큰 흥분을 느꼈어요.
adventure
[n] an experience that is exciting, unusual, and possibly dangerous
The children went on an exciting adventure in the forest.
아이들은 숲에서 흥미진진한 모험을 떠났어요.
forehead
[n] the part of the face that is above the eyebrows and below the hair
He felt his forehead to check if he had a fever.
열이 있는지 확인하기 위해 그는 이마를 만졌어요.
concern
[n] a feeling of worry, or something that causes someone to feel worried Concern for the environment is growing among young people.
환경에 대한 우려가 젊은이들 사이에서 증가하고 있습니다.
overall
[adv] in general; as a whole Overall, the movie was entertaining despite some flaws.
전반적으로, 그 영화는 몇 가지 결점에도 불구하고 재미있었다.
reaction
[n] a response, such as a feeling or action, to an event or situation
The scientist observed the chemical reaction closely.
과학자는 화학 반응을 자세히 관찰했습니다.
perspective
[n] a certain way of thinking about or looking at something Perspective is important when looking at a problem.
문제를 볼 때 관점이 중요합니다.
capable
[adj] having the ability or skills necessary to do something Capable students can solve difficult math problems quickly.
능력 있는 학생들은 어려운 수학 문제를 빨리 풀 수 있어요.
founder
[n] someone who starts a business, organization, or school
The company's founder started the business in his garage.
그 회사의 창립자는 자신의 차고에서 사업을 시작했습니다.
inspire
[v] to give somebody the idea for a story, play, painting, etc.
The beautiful sunset inspired her to write a poem.
아름다운 석양이 그녀에게 시를 쓰도록 영감을 주었어요.
come up with
to think of or produce something, such as an idea or answer
She came up with a brilliant idea for her science project.
그녀는 과학 프로젝트를 위한 훌륭한 아이디어를 생각해냈어요.
psychiatrist
[n] a doctor who treats mental illness
The psychiatrist helped many patients with their mental health issues.
정신과 의사는 많은 환자들의 정신 건강 문제를 도와주었습니다.
severely
[adv] in a very bad or serious way
The winter storm severely damaged many buildings in the city.
겨울 폭풍이 도시의 많은 건물들을 심하게 손상시켰어요.
depressed
[adj] having a medical condition in which one feels sad, hopeless, and lonely
She felt depressed after receiving the bad news.
그녀는 나쁜 소식을 받고 우울해졌어요.
afford
[v] to have enough money to buy or do something Afford to buy a new car
새 차를 살 여유가 있다
transportation
[n] a system or method of traveling from one place to another Transportation is essential for moving people and goods in a city.
도시에서 사람과 물건을 옮기는 데 교통은 필수적이에요.
treatment
[n] medical care given for an injury or illness
The doctor provided treatment for the patient's illness.
의사가 환자의 질병에 대한 치료를 제공했어요.
population
[n] all the people or animals that live in a certain area, country, or place
The population of Seoul is over 9 million people.
서울의 인구는 900만 명이 넘습니다.
accessible
[adj] able to be easily used or obtained
The museum is accessible to people with disabilities.
박물관은 장애인들이 접근 가능합니다.
therapy
[n] the treatment of a physical problem or an illness over quite a long period of time Therapy can help people overcome their mental health issues.
치료는 사람들이 정신 건강 문제를 극복하는 데 도움을 줄 수 있습니다.
depression
[n] a mental condition in which one is unable to live normally due to feeling sad, hopeless, and lonely Depression is a serious medical condition that affects many people.
우울증은 많은 사람들에게 영향을 미치는 심각한 의학적 상태입니다.
anxiety
[n] the feeling of being very nervous or worried about something Anxiety can affect your daily life if not managed properly.
불안감은 제대로 관리하지 않으면 일상생활에 영향을 줄 수 있습니다.
respected
[adj] admired due to one’s qualities, abilities, or achievements Respected scientists often make important discoveries.
존경받는 과학자들은 종종 중요한 발견을 합니다.
volunteer
[v] to freely offer to do something without expecting any payment or reward
[n] someone who offers to work for an organization without pay, usually for a charitable or community cause
Many students volunteer to work at the animal shelter.
많은 학생들이 동물 보호소에서 자원봉사를 합니다.
counselor
[n] someone who is trained to give advice, especially about problems
The school counselor helped me choose my classes for next year.
학교 상담가가 내년 수업을 선택하는 데 도움을 주었어요.
empathy
[n] the ability to understand or be aware of another person’s experience, feelings, thoughts, etc. Empathy is important when helping a friend in need.
친구가 어려움에 처했을 때 공감하는 것이 중요해요.
engage in
to do or take part in something Engage in a new hobby to relieve stress.
스트레스를 해소하기 위해 새로운 취미에 참여하세요.
reliable
[adj] able to be trusted to act or work in the way one expects
My friend is very reliable and always keeps her promises.
내 친구는 매우 믿을 수 있고 항상 약속을 지켜요.
relate to
to understand and have sympathy with somebody or something
I can relate to how you feel about moving to a new school.
새 학교로 전학 가는 것에 대한 네 감정을 이해할 수 있어.
struggle
[n] a very difficult thing that you can do or achieve only by making a great effort
His life was a hard struggle with poverty.
그의 일생은 가난과의 고된 투쟁이었다.
incredibly
[adv] extremely
The movie was incredibly exciting from start to finish.
그 영화는 처음부터 끝까지 믿을 수 없을 정도로 흥미진진했어요.
face-to-face
[adj] involving people that are close to and looking at each other
The teacher prefers face-to-face meetings with parents.
선생님은 학부모와의 대면 회의를 선호합니다.
available
[adj] able to be obtained, found, or used Available seats are limited, so book early.
이용 가능한 좌석이 제한되어 있으니 일찍 예약하세요.
vision
[n] an idea or picture of something in your head
The doctor checked my vision during the eye exam.
의사가 눈 검사를 하는 동안 내 시력을 확인했어요.
distance
[n] the amount of space between two points, places, or objects
The distance between Seoul and Busan is about 400 kilometers.
서울과 부산 사이의 거리는 약 400킬로미터입니다.
expand
[v] to become or make larger in size, amount, or range
The company plans to expand its business to other countries.
회사는 다른 나라로 사업을 확장할 계획입니다.
wounded
[adj] injured by a weapon; emotionally hurt or damaged
The child's feelings were wounded by his friend's harsh words.
그 아이의 감정은 친구의 거친 말에 상처를 입었습니다.
be ashamed of
to feel embarrassed or guilty because of something you have done Be ashamed of your mistakes, but learn from them.
실수를 부끄러워하되, 그것으로부터 배우세요.
go through
to experience a difficult situation or period of time Going through difficult times can make us stronger.
어려운 시기를 겪으면 우리를 더 강하게 만들 수 있습니다.
pass away
to die
He had already passed away before she died.
그녀가 죽기 전에 그는 이미 돌아가셨습니다.
recovery
[n] the act or process of becoming physically or mentally well again
The patient made a full recovery after the surgery.
환자는 수술 후 완전히 회복했어요.
back on track
going in the right way as planned or expected after a problem or failure
The team is back on track after winning their last three games.
팀은 최근 3경기를 연속으로 이기면서 다시 정상 궤도에 들어섰다.
rewarding
[adj] making you feel happy and satisfied because you feel you are doing something helpful, valuable, or important Rewarding work makes you feel satisfied and happy.
보람 있는 일은 당신을 만족스럽고 행복하게 만듭니다.
appreciate
[v] to recognize the value, quality, or importance of something
I really appreciate your help with my homework.
숙제를 도와주셔서 정말 감사합니다.
produce
[v] to create or make something
This factory produces cars for export.
이 공장은 수출용 자동차를 생산합니다.
nest
[n] a structure built by a bird for its eggs and young
The bird built a cozy nest in the tree.
새가 나무에 아늑한 둥지를 지었어요.
branch
[n] a part of a tree that grows out from the main body and can support leaves and flowers
The tree has many branches spreading out from its trunk.
나무는 줄기에서 뻗어 나온 많은 가지들이 있어요.
urban
[adj] relating to a city or town
The city has many urban areas with tall buildings.
도시에는 높은 건물이 있는 도시 지역이 많이 있습니다.
millennium
[n] a period of a thousand years, which is traditionally calculated from the birth of Christ
The new millennium began on January 1, 2000.
새로운 천 년이 2000년 1월 1일에 시작되었습니다.
drought
[n] a long period of little to no rain, resulting in a lack of water
The drought lasted for several months, causing crops to fail.
가뭄이 몇 달 동안 지속되어 농작물이 시들었어요.
decline
[v] to become worse in strength, quality, or condition
As people age, their physical strength often declines.
나이가 들면서 사람들의 체력이 종종 쇠해집니다.
threat
[n] someone or something that is likely to cause danger or damage
A threat can make people feel scared and unsafe.
협박은 사람들을 두렵고 불안하게 만들 수 있어요.
resident
[n] someone who lives in a particular place
The resident complained about the noise from the nearby construction site.
그 주민은 근처 공사장의 소음에 대해 불평했습니다.
consumption
[n] the act of using or eating something, such as a resource or food
The consumption of electricity increases during summer due to air conditioning.
전기 소비량은 에어컨 사용으로 인해 여름에 증가합니다.
emission
[n] something that is produced and sent out into the air, such as gas, heat, or light
The factory's emission of pollutants was reduced by new regulations.
새로운 규제로 인해 공장의 오염물질 배출이 감소했습니다.
ambitious
[adj] needing or having much effort and a strong wish for success or achievement Ambitious students often set high goals for themselves.
야심 있는 학생들은 종종 자신에게 높은 목표를 세웁니다.
interactive
[adj] designed to respond to the user’s actions and orders
The museum has many interactive exhibits for children.
박물관에는 어린이들을 위한 많은 상호작용 전시물이 있습니다.
symbol
[n] a sign or object that has a certain meaning in a particular context
The flag is a symbol of our country.
국기는 우리나라의 상징입니다.
indicate
[v] to represent or show something without using words
The test results indicate that she has improved significantly.
시험 결과는 그녀가 크게 향상되었음을 나타냅니다.
species
[n] a group of similar individuals that can produce young animals or plants together Species of animals can adapt to their environment over time.
동물의 종은 시간이 지남에 따라 환경에 적응할 수 있습니다.
council
[n] a group of people that are chosen to manage and make rules for an area
The city council voted on a new parking law.
시의회가 새로운 주차법에 대해 투표했어요.
unexpected
[adj] surprising or not considered as a possibility
The unexpected storm caught everyone by surprise.
예기치 않은 폭풍이 모든 사람을 놀라게 했어요.
phenomenon
[n] a fact or event that can be observed and studied, especially one that is not well understood
A solar eclipse is a rare phenomenon that many people want to see.
일식은 많은 사람들이 보고 싶어 하는 희귀한 현상입니다.
separate
[v] to cause people or things to divide into parts or groups
The teacher asked us to separate the class into small groups.
선생님께서 우리에게 수업을 소그룹으로 나누라고 하셨어요.
popularity
[n] the state of being liked, supported, or enjoyed by many people Popularity among teenagers often depends on social media presence.
십대들 사이의 인기는 종종 소셜 미디어 존재감에 따라 달라집니다.
sustainable
[adj] able to continue without completely using up resources or harming the environment Sustainable farming practices help protect the environment.
지속 가능한 농업 방식은 환경을 보호하는 데 도움이 됩니다.
collective
[adj] done by everyone in a group Collective decision-making is important in a team.
단체 의사 결정은 팀에서 중요합니다.
generation
[n] everyone born and living at around the same time
The younger generation often embraces new technology quickly.
젊은 세대는 종종 새로운 기술을 빨리 받아들입니다.
environmentally friendly
[adj] causing little to no harm to the environment, or being good for the environment Environmentally friendly products help reduce pollution.
환경친화적인 제품은 오염을 줄이는 데 도움이 됩니다.
measure
[v] to find out the size or amount of something
The scientist used a ruler to measure the length of the specimen.
과학자는 자를 사용하여 표본의 길이를 측정했습니다.
monitor
[v] to watch, check, or keep track of something for a certain purpose over a period of time
The police monitor suspicious activities in the city.
경찰은 도시의 의심스러운 활동을 추적 관찰합니다.
on track
acting or continuing in a way that will likely lead to success
The project is on track to be completed by next month.
그 프로젝트는 다음 달까지 완료되도록 착착 진행 중입니다.
capture
[v] to record or take a picture with a camera
The photographer tried to capture the beauty of the sunset.
사진작가는 일몰의 아름다움을 정확히 포착하려고 노력했어요.
grab hold of
to get or catch someone’s attention or interest Grab hold of the railing when you climb the stairs.
계단을 올라갈 때 난간을 잡으세요.
convey
[v] to communicate or express a thought, feeling, or idea, with or without using words
The teacher tried to convey the importance of studying to her students.
선생님은 학생들에게 공부의 중요성을 전달하려고 노력했습니다.
complex
[adj] hard to understand or explain
The city's traffic system is very complex.
도시의 교통 체계는 매우 복잡합니다.
spark
[v] to cause something to happen or start, especially suddenly
The news story sparked a heated debate among the citizens.
그 뉴스 기사는 시민들 사이에 뜨거운 논쟁을 촉발했다.
industry
[n] the production of things by using machines and factories
The car industry is growing rapidly in many countries.
자동차 산업은 많은 나라에서 빠르게 성장하고 있습니다.
steel mill
a factory that makes steel
The workers at the steel mill produce tons of metal every day.
제철소의 노동자들은 매일 수 톤의 금속을 생산합니다.
regard A as B
[v] to consider or think of someone or something in a certain way
Many people regard her as a great leader.
많은 사람들이 그녀를 훌륭한 지도자로 여깁니다.
economic
[adj] relating to the production, trade, and usage of goods and services
The country's economic growth has been steady for the past five years.
그 나라의 경제 성장은 지난 5년 동안 꾸준했습니다.
likely
[adj] having a high chance of happening or being true Likely rainfall tomorrow means you should bring an umbrella.
내일 비가 올 가능성이 있으니 우산을 가져가는 게 좋겠어요.
flare
[n] a bright fire or light that does not last long
The emergency flare lit up the night sky, helping rescuers locate the lost hikers.
비상용 불꽃이 밤하늘을 밝혀 구조대원들이 길 잃은 등산객들을 찾는 데 도움을 주었어요.
oil-soaked
made completely wet by oil
The oil-soaked rag was a fire hazard in the workshop.
기름에 흠뻑 젖은 걸레는 작업장에서 화재 위험이 있었어요.
beneath
[prep] in a lower position or under someone or something
The book was hidden beneath the bed.
책은 침대 아래에 숨겨져 있었습니다.
article
[n] a piece of writing on a certain topic in a printed or online newspaper or magazine
The newspaper article about climate change was very informative.
기후 변화에 관한 신문 기사가 매우 유익했어요.
feature
[v] to have something as an important part by giving attention to it
This movie features a famous actor in the lead role.
이 영화는 유명한 배우를 주연으로 특별히 포함하고 있어요.
flame
[n] the hot, bright gas of a fire
The flame of the candle flickered in the wind.
양초의 불꽃이 바람에 깜빡거렸어요.
put out
to make something stop burning Put out the campfire before you leave the site.
캠프장을 떠나기 전에 모닥불을 꺼주세요.
impact
[n] a strong effect that someone or something has on another
The new policy had a significant impact on the local economy.
새로운 정책은 지역 경제에 큰 영향을 미쳤습니다.
awareness
[n] knowledge or understanding of a certain fact, subject, or situation Awareness of environmental issues is growing among young people.
환경 문제에 대한 의식이 젊은이들 사이에서 증가하고 있습니다.
standard
[n] a level of quality that is required or considered acceptable
The company set a high standard for quality control.
회사는 품질 관리에 대한 높은 기준을 설정했습니다.
establish
[v] to start or create something that is meant to last for a long time Established in 1945, Seoul National University is one of Korea's top universities.
1945년에 설립된 서울대학교는 한국의 최고 대학 중 하나입니다.
passage
[n] the official approval of something, such as a law
The narrow passage led to a hidden garden.
좁은 통로가 숨겨진 정원으로 이어졌어요.
expose
[v] to make known or reveal something that is usually bad
The reporter decided to expose the scandal to the public.
그 기자는 그 스캔들을 대중에게 폭로하기로 결정했다.
harsh
[adj] cruel, severe, or unkind
The teacher's harsh words made the student feel sad.
선생님의 가혹한 말씀이 학생을 슬프게 했어요.
revolution
[n] a sudden, great change in the way people live or think
The French revolution changed the course of European history.
프랑스 혁명은 유럽 역사의 흐름을 바꾸었습니다.
employ
[v] to pay someone for work or to do a job Employing skilled workers is essential for a company's success.
숙련된 근로자를 고용하는 것은 회사의 성공에 필수적입니다.
go on strike
to stop working so that one’s employer accepts one’s demands
The workers decided to go on strike for better wages.
노동자들은 더 나은 임금을 위해 파업하기로 결정했습니다.
reveal
[v] to make known secret or hidden information to others
The detective worked hard to reveal the truth about the crime.
형사는 범죄에 대한 진실을 드러내기 위해 열심히 일했습니다.
committee
[n] a group of people that were chosen to make decisions or act on something
The school committee met to discuss the new lunch menu.
학교 위원회가 새로운 점심 메뉴에 대해 논의하기 위해 모였습니다.
investigative
[adj] involving the examination of something to discover the truth
The investigative reporter uncovered a major scandal at city hall.
수사 전문 기자가 시청의 중대한 스캔들을 밝혀냈다.
pretend
[v] to act like something is true when you know that it is not Pretend to be asleep when your parents come to check on you.
부모님이 당신을 확인하러 오시면 자는 척하세요.
insurance
[n] an agreement in which one gives money to a company so that the company can pay for some kind of future loss
The high cost of insurance made him reconsider buying a car.
높은 보험료 때문에 그는 차를 사는 것을 재고하게 되었다.
inspector
[n] someone whose job is to ensure that official standards are met through critical examination
The inspector checked the safety of the building carefully.
감독관이 건물의 안전을 신중히 점검했어요.
take advantage of
to unfairly use someone or something for one’s own benefit Take advantage of the nice weather and go for a walk.
좋은 날씨를 이용해서 산책을 가세요.
helpless
[adj] unable to protect oneself or to act without support from others Helpless animals need our protection and care.
무력한 동물들은 우리의 보호와 보살핌이 필요합니다.
weave
[v] to twist and cross long pieces of material to make cloth, a carpet, a basket, etc.
She learned to weave colorful patterns into the fabric.
그녀는 천에 화려한 무늬를 짜는 법을 배웠어요.
equipment
[n] the tools, machines, etc. that are needed for a certain activity or purpose
The students need equipment for their science experiment.
학생들은 과학 실험을 위한 장비가 필요해요.
tragic
[adj] causing great sadness, often relating to death or suffering
The tragic accident left everyone in shock.
그 비극적인 사고는 모든 사람들을 충격에 빠뜨렸어요.
can't help but
to not be able to do anything else but
I can't help but smile when I see cute puppies.
귀여운 강아지들을 볼 때 나는 웃지 않을 수 없어요.
exhibition
[n] an event where objects such as paintings or photographs are shown to the public
The art exhibition featured paintings from local artists.
예술 전시회에는 지역 예술가들의 그림이 전시되었습니다.
ban
[v] to legally or officially say that something is not allowed
The school decided to ban cell phones during exams.
학교는 시험 중 휴대폰을 금지하기로 결정했습니다.
congress
[n] the group of people chosen to create laws for a nation, especially the US
The U.S. Congress meets in Washington D.C.
미국 의회는 워싱턴 D.C.에서 모입니다.
illegal
[adj] not allowed by law
The police arrested him for his illegal activities.
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