비율

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Understanding '비율' (biyul)

'비율' means 'ratio' or 'percentage' and is commonly used to describe proportions between parts and the whole in various contexts such as demographics, statistics, and business.

Usage and Context

It is often used with numbers and percentages to express how much one part represents of the total. For example, '여성 비율' (female ratio) or '합격 비율' (pass rate).

Common Collocations

  • 여성 비율: ratio of women, used when discussing gender distribution.
  • 합격 비율: pass rate, used in education or exams.
  • 인구 비율: population ratio, used in demographics.

Register and Nuance

'비율' is a neutral noun suitable for formal and informal contexts. It is frequently used in written reports, news, and everyday conversation when discussing statistics.

Learner Tip

Do not confuse '비율' with '비례' (proportionality). '비율' refers to a specific ratio or percentage, while '비례' refers to the concept of proportionality or scaling. Use '비율' when giving concrete numbers or percentages.

Example Sentences

이 회사의 여성 직원 비율은 40%입니다.

I hoesa-ui yeoseong jigwon biyul-eun 40%imnida.

The ratio of female employees in this company is 40%.

학생들의 합격 비율이 작년에 비해 크게 증가했다.

Haksaengdeul-ui hapgyeok biyul-i jagnyeon-e bihae keuge jeunggahada.

The pass rate of students increased significantly compared to last year.

이 통계는 연령대별 인구 비율을 보여준다.

I tonggye-neun yeonryeongdaebyeol ingu biyul-eul boyeojunda.

This statistic shows the population ratio by age group.