Korean word

소통

Pronunciation

Romanizationsotong

Meaning

  • nouncommunication

Example

직원들과 소통을 원활하게 해야 한다.chi gwon deul gwa so tong eul won hwal ha ge hae ya han da

We need to communicate effectively with the employees.

Illustration for 소통 (communication)

More examples

결정 전에 충분한 소통이 필요하다.kyeol jeong cheo ne chung bun han so tong i pi ryo ha da

Sufficient communication is needed before making a decision.

Core concept

People staying connected by sharing what they think and feel until each side understands the other.

Common phrases

  • 직장 내 소통chik jjang nae so tong

    communication in the workplace

  • 소통 채널so tong chae neol

    communication channel

  • 효과적인 소통hyo gwa jeo gin so tong

    effective communication

Similar words

의사소통uisasotong: The act of expressing and receiving ideas or information so both sides understand the meaning.
대화taehwa: A spoken exchange in which people share views and feelings to build understanding or reach agreement.

Definition in Korean

서로의 생각이나 느낌, 정보를 주고받아 이해하는 과정이나 상태seo ro ui saeng ga gi na neu kkim cheong bo reul chu go ba da i hae ha neun kwa jeong i na sang tae

Word origin

The Sino-Korean word combines elements meaning to clear a passage and to pass through, creating a memorable image of ideas moving freely between people.

Usage tips

  • In workplace contexts, this word highlights the quality of the exchange, so clear wording and careful listening both matter.

Other meanings

  • interactionnoun

Opposites

Related words

  • 소통하다sotonghadacommunicateverb

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