Level 4

경력

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Understanding '경력'

'경력' refers to a person's career or work history, often used in professional or job-related contexts. It typically includes previous jobs, roles, and experiences that contribute to one's qualifications.

Common Usage

You will often see '경력' in job applications, resumes, and interviews. It is a formal noun and used in polite or neutral speech. For example, companies might ask about your '경력' to assess your suitability.

Collocations and Patterns

  • 경력이 많다: to have a lot of career experience; used to emphasize extensive work history.
  • 경력을 쌓다: to build up career experience; often used when gaining new skills or jobs.
  • 경력 사원: experienced employee; refers to someone hired based on their work history.

Tips

Be careful not to confuse '경력' with '경험' (experience). '경력' usually refers to formal work history, while '경험' can be broader, including life or learning experiences. When talking about your job history, '경력' is the precise term to use.

Example Sentences

이 회사는 경력이 많은 지원자를 선호합니다.

I hoesa neun gyeongryeok i manheun jiweonja reul seonhohamnida.

This company prefers applicants with a lot of career experience.

경력을 쌓기 위해 해외에서 일한 적이 있습니다.

Gyeongryeok eul ssagi wihae haeoeseo ilhan jeogi itseumnida.

I have worked abroad to build up my career experience.

신입 사원도 좋은 경력을 만들 수 있습니다.

Sinip sawon do joeun gyeongryeok eul mandeul su itseumnida.

Even new employees can build a good career history.