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과학적

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Meaning and Usage

The adjective '과학적' (gwahakjeok) means 'scientific' or 'scientifically' and is used to describe something related to or based on science. It often modifies nouns like '방법' (method), '근거' (evidence), or '연구' (research).

Common Contexts

This word is frequently used in academic, research, or technical contexts where objective, evidence-based approaches are emphasized. For example, '과학적 방법' means 'scientific method,' highlighting a systematic approach.

Collocations and Patterns

  • 과학적 방법 (scientific method): used when referring to systematic procedures.
  • 과학적 근거 (scientific evidence): used to emphasize evidence-based claims.
  • 과학적으로 증명하다 (to prove scientifically): used when something is demonstrated through scientific means.

Register and Politeness

'과학적' is a formal adjective commonly used in written and spoken Korean in academic or professional settings. It is neutral in politeness but typically appears in formal contexts.

Common Learner Mistake

Learners sometimes confuse '과학적' with '과학' (science) itself. Remember, '과학적' is an adjective meaning 'scientific,' so it must modify a noun, not stand alone as a noun.

Example Sentences

이 연구는 과학적으로 매우 중요한 발견을 했다.

I yeonguneun gwahakjeogeuro maeu jungyohan balgyeoneul haetta.

This study made a very important scientific discovery.

과학적인 방법으로 문제를 해결해야 한다.

Gwahakjeokin bangbeobeuro munjele haegyeolhaeya handa.

You must solve the problem using a scientific method.

그의 주장은 과학적 근거가 부족하다.

Geuui jujangeun gwahakjeok geungeoga bujokhada.

His claim lacks scientific evidence.