Meaning and Usage
The adjective '집중적' describes something related to or characterized by concentration or intensity. It is often used to describe activities, efforts, or periods that require or involve focused attention or energy.
Common Contexts
You will frequently see '집중적' used with nouns like '훈련' (training), '공부' (study), '협력' (cooperation), or '노력' (effort) to emphasize the intensity or focused nature of these actions.
Collocations and Patterns
- 집중적인 훈련: intensive training, used when describing rigorous practice.
- 집중적인 노력: concentrated effort, emphasizing strong dedication.
- 집중적인 관리: intensive management, often in business or health contexts.
Register and Politeness
'집중적' is a formal adjective suitable for written and spoken Korean, especially in academic, professional, or serious contexts.
Common Mistakes
Learners sometimes confuse '집중적' with '집중하다' (to concentrate). Remember, '집중적' is an adjective describing the nature of something, while '집중하다' is a verb describing the action of concentrating.