효과적

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Meaning and Usage

"효과적" is an adjective meaning "effective" or "efficient." It describes something that produces the desired result or has a strong impact.

Common Contexts

You often see "효과적" used in contexts like methods, plans, strategies, or actions that achieve goals successfully. For example, "효과적인 공부 방법" (effective study method) or "효과적인 광고" (effective advertisement).

Collocations and Patterns

  • 효과적인 + noun: Used to describe something as effective (e.g., 효과적인 치료, effective treatment).
  • 매우/특히 + 효과적이다: To emphasize the degree of effectiveness.

Register and Politeness

"효과적" is a formal adjective often used in written and spoken Korean, especially in academic, business, or professional settings.

Common Mistakes

Learners sometimes confuse "효과적" with "효과" (effect). Remember, "효과" is a noun meaning "effect," while "효과적" is an adjective meaning "effective." Use "효과적" to describe something that works well.

Example Sentences

이 방법은 문제를 해결하는 데 매우 효과적입니다.

I bangbeobeun munjeleul haegyeolhaneun de maeu hyogwajeokimnida.

This method is very effective in solving the problem.

효과적인 공부 계획을 세우는 것이 중요합니다.

Hyogwajeogin gongbu gyehoeg-eul seuneun geosi jungyohamnida.

It is important to make an effective study plan.

이 광고는 젊은 층에게 특히 효과적입니다.

I gwanggo-neun jeolmeun cheung-ege teukhi hyogwajeogimnida.

This advertisement is especially effective for the younger generation.