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실력

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Understanding '실력'

The Korean word '실력' refers to a person's actual ability, skill, or talent in a particular area. It is often used to describe someone's competence in sports, academics, work, or any skill-based activity.

Usage and Nuance

'실력' emphasizes genuine ability rather than superficial knowledge or luck. When Koreans talk about '실력', they imply a measurable or observable level of skill that can be demonstrated.

Common Collocations

  • 실력이 뛰어나다: to have outstanding ability
  • 실력을 키우다: to develop or improve one's skills
  • 실력보다 경험: experience over ability

These phrases are frequently used in everyday conversation and formal contexts alike.

Register and Politeness

'실력' is a neutral noun and can be used in both formal and informal settings without change.

Common Mistake

Learners sometimes confuse '실력' with '능력' (ability in a broader sense). '실력' usually refers to practical, demonstrated skills, while '능력' can be more general or potential ability. Use '실력' when focusing on proven competence.

Example Sentences

그는 축구 실력이 정말 뛰어나다.

Geuneun chukgu silryeogi jeongmal ttwieonada.

His soccer skills are really outstanding.

시험에서 좋은 성적을 받으려면 실력을 꾸준히 키워야 한다.

Siheomeseo joeun seongjeogeul badeuryeomyeon silryeogeul kkujunhi kiwoya handa.

To get good grades on the exam, you need to steadily improve your ability.

실력보다 경험이 더 중요할 때도 있다.

Silryeokboda gyeongheomi deo jungyohal ttaedo itda.

Sometimes experience is more important than ability.