Korean Conversation · Level 244
15 words
Korean word
원리
Pronunciation
Romanizationwolli
Meaning
- nounprinciple
Example
이 기계의 원리는 아주 간단하다.i ki gye ui wol li neun a ju kan dan ha da
The principle behind this machine is very simple.
More examples
이 공식은 수학적 원리를 바탕으로 한다.i kong si geun su hak jjeok wol li reul pa tang eu ro han da
This formula is based on a mathematical principle.
Core concept
The underlying structure that explains why a process produces its result.
Common phrases
작동 원리chak ttong wol li
operating principle
수학적 원리su hak jjeok wol li
mathematical principle
Similar words
이유iyu: The explanation or motive that makes an action or event understandable.
원인wonin: The immediate source of an outcome, problem, or condition.
법칙peopchik: A rule that consistently applies to recurring events or natural patterns.
근거keungeo: The evidence or reasoning used to justify a statement or conclusion.
Definition in Korean
어떤 일이나 현상이 일어나는 근거가 되는 기본적인 이치나 규칙.eo tteon i ri na hyeon sang i i reo na neun keun geo ga toe neun ki bon jeo gin i chi na kyu chik
Word origin
Formed from Sino-Korean elements meaning origin and order, the word refers to the rule that explains why something happens.
Usage tips
- It is useful when explaining machines, science, or everyday processes because it points to the rule behind the result, not just the visible steps.
Other meanings
- mechanismnoun