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탁월하다

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Meaning and Usage

The adjective '탁월하다' means 'to be excellent' or 'to be outstanding' in a particular skill, quality, or achievement. It is a formal and somewhat literary word often used in written or formal spoken Korean to praise someone's abilities or qualities.

Common Contexts

You will often find '탁월하다' used in contexts related to leadership, skills, artistic talent, or intellectual abilities. It emphasizes a high level of distinction beyond ordinary excellence.

Collocations and Patterns

  • 탁월한 선택 (an excellent choice): used to praise a decision.
  • 탁월한 능력 (excellent ability): highlights someone's skill.
  • 탁월한 성과 (outstanding achievement): used in formal reports or evaluations.

Register and Politeness

'Takwolhada' is typically used in formal or written contexts rather than casual conversation. It is not commonly used in everyday informal speech.

Common Learner Mistake

Learners sometimes confuse '탁월하다' with more casual words like '좋다' (good) or '훌륭하다' (great). '탁월하다' carries a stronger nuance of exceptional excellence and is best reserved for formal praise or evaluations.

Example Sentences

그는 탁월한 리더십으로 팀을 성공으로 이끌었다.

Geuneun takwolhan rideosipeuro timeul seonggong euro ikkeureotda.

He led the team to success with excellent leadership.

이 작품은 탁월한 예술적 감각을 보여준다.

I jakpumeun takwolhan yesuljeok gamgakeul boyeojunda.

This work shows excellent artistic sense.

그녀의 문제 해결 능력은 탁월하다.

Geunyeoui munje haegyeol neungnyeogeun takwolhada.

Her problem-solving ability is excellent.