to have the same interests, ideas, etc. as someone or something else
The two cultures have a lot in common.
그 두 문화는 공통점이 많이 있다.
framework
[n] a set of beliefs, ideas or rules that is used as the basis for making judgments, decisions, etc.
A solid legal framework needs to be established.
견고한 법적 체계가 수립되어야 한다.
explore
[v] to examine a subject or a possibility completely or carefully in order to find out more about it
This course will allow you to explore marine science.
이 수업은 해양 과학을 탐구할 수 있게 할 것이다.
initiation
[n] the act of starting something
The company announced the initiation of a new phase of the project.
회사는 그 프로젝트의 새로운 단계의 시작을 선언했다.
transformation
[n] a complete change in somebody or something
Her new hairstyle caused a transformation in her appearance.
새로운 헤어스타일은 그녀의 외모에 변화를 주었다.
comfort
[n] a thing that makes your life easier or more comfortable
This armchair is designed for a high standard of comfort.
이 안락의자는 높은 수준의 편안함을 위해 설계되었다.
supernatural
[adj] not capable of being explained by the laws of science and seemingly involving gods or magic
He truly believes that there are supernatural beings in the world.
그는 진심으로 이 세상에 초자연적인 존재가 존재한다고 믿는다.
lord
[n] one having power over others
In the Middle Ages, lords ran their own estates, monitoring the harvest and managing finances.
중세 시대에 영주들은 수확을 모니터링하고 재정을 관리하며 자신들의 영지를 운영했다.
at all costs
whatever is needed to achieve something
You must stop the press from finding out at all costs.
무슨 수를 써서라도 언론이 알아내는 것을 막아야 한다.
transport
[v] to take something or somebody from one place to another in a vehicle
These buggies are used to transport passengers at the resort.
이 사륜차들은 리조트에서 승객을 수송하는 데 사용된다.
once and for all
now and for the last time; finally or completely
They will gather to settle this problem once and for all.
그들은 이 문제를 완전히 해결하기 위해 모일 것이다.
ultimate
[adj] final or most extreme
The ultimate goal of the policy is to promote sustainable economic growth
정책의 궁극적인 목표는 지속 가능한 경제 성장을 촉진하는 것이다.
value
[n] how much something is worth in money or other goods for which it can be exchanged
The old necklace still holds significant value.
그 오래된 목걸이는 여전히 큰 가치를 지니고 있다.
phase
[n] a distinct stage or step in a process
She felt like her life entered a new phase during her stay in Europe.
그녀는 유럽에 머무는 동안 자신의 삶이 새로운 국면에 접어든 것 같은 느낌을 받았다.
set off
to begin a journey
Let’s set off for Amsterdam tomorrow.
내일 암스테르담으로 출발합시다.
defeat
[v] to beat somebody in a war, competition, sports game, etc.
Napoleon's French army was defeated at the Battle of Waterloo.
나폴레옹의 프랑스 군대는 워털루 전투에서 패배했다.
wizard
[n] (in stories) a man with magic powers Wizards and witches were believed to exist in the Middle Ages.
마법사와 마녀는 중세 시대에 존재했다고 여겨졌다.
overcome
[v] to succeed in dealing with or controlling a problem that has been preventing you from achieving something
Do you think it is possible to overcome the fear of heights?
고소공포증을 극복할 수 있다고 생각하나요?
obstacle
[n] something that blocks one’s way or prevents progress or achievement
Lack of money should not be an obstacle to pursuing one's dream.
부족한 돈이 꿈을 추구하는 데 장애물이 되어서는 안 된다.
aid
[v] to provide assistance, support, or help to someone or something
The system is built to aid employees with their daily tasks.
그 시스템은 직원들이 매일 하는 일을 돕기 위해 만들어졌다.
take place
to happen, especially after previously being arranged or planned
Climate change can take place due to a variety of factors.
기후 변화는 다양한 요인으로 인해 발생할 수 있다.
mature
[adj] behaving in a sensible way, like an adult
The little boy seemed very mature for his age.
어린 소년은 나이에 비해 매우 성숙해 보였다.
expanded
[adj] being or having been enlarged or extended
The fans demanded an expanded version of the movie.
팬들은 영화의 확장판을 요구한다.
isolated
[adj] separated or cut off from others or from the surrounding environment
Have you ever felt lonely and isolated in a crowd?
군중 속에서 외롭고 고립된 기분을 느껴 본 적이 있나요?
confident
[adj] feeling sure about your own ability to do things and be successful
Being confident can lead you to success in life.
자신감을 가지는 것은 당신을 인생의 성공으로 이끌 수 있다.
gain
[v] to obtain or win something, especially something that you need or want
K-pop gained popularity not only in Asia but also in Europe and America.
케이팝은 아시아뿐 아니라 유럽과 미국에서도 인기를 얻었다.
courageous
[adj] having or showing courage; brave
It is courageous of him to stand against the injustice.
그가 불의에 맞서다니 용감하다.
confront
[v] to face, meet, or deal with a difficult situation or person
The police often confront dangerous people.
경찰은 위험한 사람들과 자주 대면한다.
evil
[adj] morally bad, cruel, or very unpleasant
The documentary about evil criminals became a huge hit.
악랄한 범죄자들에 관한 다큐멘터리가 큰 인기를 끌었다.
restore
[v] to give back or return something
The police were sent to the demonstration site to restore order.
경찰이 질서를 회복하기 위해 시위 현장에 보내졌다.
incorporate
[v] to include something so that it forms a part of something
Her design incorporates classic elements.
그녀의 디자인은 고전적인 요소를 포함한다.
mindset
[n] a person's opinions and way of thinking
The mindset of the current generation is very different from that of previous generations.
현재 세대의 사고방식은 이전 세대의 사고방식과 매우 다르다.
adopt
[v] to start to use a particular method or to show a particular attitude towards somebody or something
Maybe we should adopt a different approach to the problem this time.
어쩌면 이번에는 문제에 대해 다른 접근 방식을 채택해야 할 수도 있다.
perseverance
[n] continued effort to do or achieve something, even when this is difficult or takes a long time Perseverance is one of the most valuable qualities in a scientist.
인내심은 과학자에게 가장 중요한 자질 중 하나이다.
resilience
[n] the ability to recover quickly after something unpleasant Resilience helps people navigate stressful situations.
회복탄력성은 사람들이 스트레스 상황을 헤쳐나가는 데 도움이 된다.
adversity
[n] a difficult or unpleasant situation
She remained calm and optimistic in adversity.
그녀는 역경 속에서도 침착하고 낙관적인 태도를 유지했다.
bounce back
to become healthy, successful or confident again after being ill or having difficulties
Our team will bounce back from this defeat today.
우리 팀은 오늘의 이 패배에서 다시 회복될 것이다.
surround
[v] to choose to have particular people or things near you all the time
She surrounds herself with positive people.
그녀는 긍정적인 사람들을 가까이 한다.
barrier
[n] something that blocks someone from going somewhere or from doing something
Some people view subtitles as a barrier to enjoying international films.
몇몇 사람들은 자막을 해외 영화를 즐기는 데 있어 장벽으로 여긴다.
deal with
to solve a problem, perform a task, etc.
The receptionist dealt with all the complaints easily.
접수 담당자는 모든 불만 사항을 쉽게 처리했다.
claim
[v] to gain, win or achieve something
He managed to claim first place.
그는 간신히 1등을 차지했다.
ordinary
[adj] having no unusual or interesting features
When I first met her, I thought she was just another ordinary girl.
그녀를 처음 만났을 때 나는 그녀를 그저 평범한 소녀라고 생각했다.
nothing but
only; no more/less than
The story he made up was nothing but lies.
그가 지어낸 이야기는 그저 거짓말일 뿐이었다.
embarrassing
[adj] making you feel shy, uncomfortable or ashamed
Dancing in public is the most embarrassing thing for me.
사람들 앞에서 춤을 추는 것은 나에게 가장 창피한 일이다.
fork
[n] a place where a road, river, etc. divides into two parts; either of these two parts
Go to the left when you reach a fork in the road.
갈림길에 도달하면 왼쪽으로 가세요.
average
[adj] ordinary; not especially good
The quality of the food here is quite average.
이곳의 음식의 질은 꽤 평범하다.
awesome
[adj] very good, terrific, etc.
Looking at the awesome view, she was at a loss for words.
멋진 광경을 보며 그녀는 할 말을 잃었다.
get rid of
to remove something that you do not want any longer
Do you know how to get rid of these ink stains?
이 잉크 얼룩을 제거하는 방법을 아시나요?
coast
[v] to put very little effort into something
My sister coasted through her senior year of high school.
내 여동생은 고등학교 3학년을 수월하게 보냈다.
come across
to see by chance
The collector came across some old coins at a flea market.
수집가는 벼룩시장에서 우연히 오래된 동전들을 발견했다.
broadcast
[n] a radio or television program
Everyone is watching a live broadcast of the president's speech.
모두가 대통령 연설의 생방송을 시청하고 있다.
championship
[n] a competition to find the best player or team in a particular sport
Her goal is to win the national championship.
그녀의 목표는 전국 선수권 대회에서 메달을 따는 것이다.
remind A of B
to make someone think of something or someone else
Somehow the portrait reminded him of his grandmother.
왠지 그 초상화는 그에게 할머니를 생각나게 했다.
strikingly
[adv] in a way that is interesting and unusual enough to attract attention
The model walking down the runway is strikingly attractive.
런웨이를 걷는 모델은 눈에 띄게 매력적이다.
familiar
[adj] well known to you; often seen or heard and therefore easy to recognize
She found some familiar names on the list.
그녀는 목록에서 익숙한 이름들을 발견했다.
rewind
[v] to go back, or to make something go back, to an earlier time
No one can rewind what has happened already.
그 누구도 이미 일어난 일을 되돌릴 수는 없다.
have another go
to make an attempt to do something again
I’m glad to hear that you are willing to have another go.
다시 할 의향이 있다는 것을 듣게 되어 기쁩니다.
fuel
[v] to increase something; to make something stronger
Attending the concert fueled her passion for music.
콘서트에 참석한 일은 음악에 대한 그녀의 열정에 불을 지폈다.
be up for
to be willing to do something
Who is up for a game of chess?
누가 체스 게임을 할 건가요?
commitment
[n] the desire to work hard and give your energy and time to a job or an activity
He has shown exceptional commitment to this project.
그는 이 프로젝트에 대해 특별한 헌신을 보여 주었다.
excel
[v] to be very good at something
The speed skater excelled at making a final spurt.
그 스피드 스케이팅 선수는 마지막 스퍼트에서 탁월한 능력을 발휘했다.