실용적

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Meaning and Usage

The adjective '실용적' describes something that is practical or functional, emphasizing usefulness in real-life situations rather than just appearance or theory. It is often used to praise items, advice, or methods that can be effectively applied.

Common Contexts

You will frequently hear '실용적' when talking about products, clothing, advice, or skills that are valued for their utility. For example, a bag that looks good and serves its purpose well is '실용적'.

Collocations and Patterns

  • 실용적인 가방 (practical bag): emphasizes usefulness in daily use.
  • 실용적인 조언 (practical advice): advice that can be applied effectively.
  • 실용적 가치 (practical value): the usefulness or benefit of something in practice.

Register and Nuance

'실용적' is neutral and appropriate in both formal and informal contexts. It is a common descriptive adjective in spoken and written Korean.

Common Mistake

Learners sometimes confuse '실용적' with '실제' (actual) or '실험적' (experimental). Remember, '실용적' focuses on practical use and functionality, not just reality or experimentation.

Example Sentences

이 가방은 디자인도 예쁘고 실용적이어서 매일 사용해요.

I gabangeun dijaindo yeppeugo silyongjeogieoseo maeil sayonghaeyo.

This bag has a pretty design and is practical, so I use it every day.

실용적인 조언을 해 주셔서 감사합니다.

Silyongjeokin joaneul hae jusyeoseo gamsahamnida.

Thank you for giving practical advice.

이 제품은 가격 대비 실용적 가치가 높아요.

I jepumeun gagyeok daebi silyongjeok gachi ga nopayo.

This product has high practical value compared to its price.