집단적

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Meaning and Usage

The adjective '집단적' describes something related to a group or collective, often emphasizing actions, decisions, or responsibilities shared by multiple people rather than individuals alone. It is commonly used in formal or academic contexts, such as discussions about social behavior, organizational culture, or political movements.

Common Collocations

  • 집단적 행동 (collective action): Refers to actions taken by a group together, often to achieve a common goal.
  • 집단적 책임 (collective responsibility): Emphasizes shared accountability within a group.
  • 집단적 의사결정 (collective decision-making): Decision processes involving multiple members of a group.

Usage Notes

When using '집단적', the focus is on the group as a whole rather than individuals. It often appears in contexts where cooperation, shared effort, or mutual responsibility is highlighted. Learners should avoid confusing '집단적' with '개인적' (individual), as they represent opposite perspectives.

Register and Politeness

'집단적' is neutral in politeness but tends to appear in formal or written language rather than casual speech. It is suitable for academic, professional, or news contexts.

Example Sentences

그 회사는 집단적 의사결정을 중요하게 생각한다.

Geu hoesaneun jipdanjeok uisagyeoljeongeul jungyohage saenggakanda.

That company values collective decision-making.

집단적 행동은 때때로 개인보다 더 큰 힘을 발휘한다.

Jipdanjeok haengdong-eun ttaettaero gaeinboda deo keun himeul balhwihanda.

Collective action sometimes exerts more power than individual efforts.

집단적 책임을 지는 것은 조직 문화에서 매우 중요하다.

Jipdanjeok chaegimeul jineun geoseun jojik munhwaseo maeu jungyohada.

Taking collective responsibility is very important in organizational culture.