Korean word

분야

Pronunciation

Romanizationpunya

Meaning

  • nounfield

Example

그는 의료 분야에서 일한다.keu neun ui ryo pu nya e seo il han da

He works in the medical field.

Illustration for 분야 (field)

More examples

이 분야는 빠르게 변화하고 있다.i pu nya neun ppa reu ge pyeon hwa ha go it tta

This field is changing rapidly.

Core concept

A particular area set apart for a kind of work, study, or industry.

Common phrases

  • 의료 분야ui ryo pu nya

    medical field

  • 교육 분야kyo yuk pu nya

    education field

  • 기술 분야ki sul pu nya

    technology field

Similar words

전공cheongong: A subject chosen for focused study at a university or vocational school.
직종chikjjong: A type of work defined by its duties and role.
업계eopkkye: The companies and workers that make up one business sector.

Definition in Korean

어떤 일이나 학문, 산업 따위가 속하거나 나뉘는 일정한 범위나 영역.eo tteon i ri na hang mun sa neop tta wi ga so ka geo na na nwi neun il jeong han peo mwi na yeong yeok

Word origin

The word 분야 (bunya, "field") comes from Sino-Korean elements linked with separation and an open region, giving it the sense of a distinct domain.

Usage tips

  • 분야 (bunya, "field") fits broad areas such as medicine, technology, education, and the arts, not just one specific job.

Other meanings

  • areanoun

Related words

  • 분야별punyabyeolby fieldnoun

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