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경제적

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Meaning and Usage

The adjective '경제적' relates to anything concerning the economy or being economical. It is often used to describe actions, choices, or items that save money or resources.

Common Contexts

You will frequently hear '경제적' when discussing budgeting, cost-saving measures, or financial decisions. For example, choosing a cheaper product or a more efficient method can be described as '경제적'.

Collocations and Patterns

  • 경제적 이유 (economic reason): Used to explain why a decision is made based on financial considerations.
  • 경제적 생활 (economic life): Refers to living in a way that manages money wisely.
  • 경제적 부담 (economic burden): Describes financial pressure or cost.

Register and Politeness

'경제적' is a formal adjective commonly used in written and spoken Korean, especially in news, business, and academic contexts. It is neutral in politeness and can be combined with polite endings.

Common Mistakes

Learners sometimes confuse '경제적' with '경제' (economy) itself. Remember, '경제적' is an adjective meaning 'economic' or 'economical', so it must modify a noun (e.g., 경제적 이익 - economic benefit). Do not use it as a noun alone.

Example Sentences

이 제품은 가격이 저렴해서 경제적이에요.

I jepumeun gagyeogi jeoryeomhaseo gyeongjejeogieyo.

This product is economical because it is inexpensive.

경제적인 이유로 차 대신 자전거를 타기로 했어요.

Gyeongjejeokin iyuro cha daesin jajeongeoreul tagiro haesseoyo.

For economic reasons, I decided to ride a bicycle instead of a car.

경제적인 생활을 위해 소비를 줄여야 해요.

Gyeongjejeokin saenghwareul wihae sobireul juryeoya haeyo.

To live economically, you need to reduce consumption.