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Synthesis: Persuasive Sentence Building

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TL;DR 🦄
  • 🧲 Persuasive Korean is not “louder Korean.” It is claim + reason + contrast + cautious conclusion.
  • 🧾 Use patterns like -에 따르면 (according to), -을/를 근거로 (based on), -(으)ㄹ 뿐만 아니라 (not only…but also), and 반면 (whereas) to build a convincing chain.
  • 🪶 Advanced persuasion sounds strongest when it stays honest: use -다고 볼 수 있다 (can be viewed as), 가능성이 있다 (there is a possibility), and 필요가 있다 (there is a need) instead of overclaiming.
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🎧 Iru Helper Note — Use
Korean Helper Widgets
Korean Helper Widgets to hear sentences like 자료에 따르면 이 정책은 효과적이라고 볼 수 있습니다 or 반면 비용 부담은 여전히 남아 있습니다. Persuasive writing has rhythm; let your ears catch the logic beat. 🥁
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Advanced synthesis note
This lesson combines already-built advanced skills — evidence framing, formal quotation, formal emphasis, contrast, and cautious conclusion — into one persuasive sentence-building workflow. It is not a duplicate of a single grammar lesson; the goal is learning how to arrange the pieces into a convincing argument. 🧩
 

🌈 The Big Picture

A persuasive Korean sentence usually has three jobs: show the evidence, interpret the evidence, and guide the reader toward a reasonable conclusion. If one part is missing, the sentence can sound abrupt, emotional, or unsupported. 🧱
 
Weak persuasion jumps:
  • 이 정책은 좋습니다. 따라서 시행해야 합니다.
      • [i jeong-chae-geun jo-sseum-ni-da. tta-ra-seo si-haeng-hae-ya ham-ni-da]
      This policy is good. Therefore, it should be implemented.
 
Stronger persuasion builds a bridge:
  • 조사 결과에 따르면 이 정책은 비용을 줄일 뿐만 아니라 만족도도 높입니다. 따라서 단계적으로 시행할 필요가 있습니다.
      • [jo-sa gyeol-gwa-e tta-reu-myeon i jeong-chae-geun bi-yong-eul ju-ril ppun-man a-ni-ra man-jok-tto-do no-pim-ni-da. tta-ra-seo dan-gye-jeo-geu-ro si-haeng-hal pi-ryo-ga it-sseum-ni-da]
      According to the survey results, this policy not only reduces costs but also increases satisfaction. Therefore, there is a need to implement it gradually. 📊
 
That second version persuades because it does not just announce a conclusion — it earns it. Tiny grammar courtroom, surprisingly good lighting. ⚖️

🎨 The Core Persuasive Sentence Family

1. Evidence source: -에 따르면 📚

Use N에 따르면 to introduce where the information comes from.
  • 조사 결과에 따르면 — according to the survey results
  • 보고서에 따르면 — according to the report
  • 자료에 따르면 — according to the data/materials
 

2. Evidence basis: -을/를 근거로 / -에 근거하여 🧾

Use these when a claim is based on evidence.
  • 통계 자료를 근거로 — based on statistical data
  • 관찰 결과에 근거하여 — based on observation results
 

3. Persuasive stacking: -(으)ㄹ 뿐만 아니라 🔗

Use this to add a second supporting point in the same direction.
  • 비용을 줄일 뿐만 아니라 효율성도 높입니다 — it not only reduces costs but also increases efficiency
  • 현실적일 뿐만 아니라 공정하기도 합니다 — it is not only realistic but also fair
 

4. Contrast and limitation: 반면, 그러나, 다만 ⚖️

Persuasion becomes more credible when it admits limits.
  • 반면 — whereas / in contrast
  • 그러나 — however
  • 다만 — however / with the limitation that
 

5. Cautious conclusion: -다고 볼 수 있다, 필요가 있다, 가능성이 있다 🪶

Use these to avoid making the conclusion stronger than the evidence.
  • 타당하다고 볼 수 있습니다 — it can be viewed as valid
  • 개선할 필요가 있습니다 — there is a need to improve
  • 긍정적 효과가 있을 가능성이 있습니다 — there is a possibility of a positive effect

🛠️ How They Work in a Sentence

  • 보고서에 따르면 이 방안은 비용을 줄일 뿐만 아니라 업무 효율성도 높입니다.
      • [bo-go-seo-e tta-reu-myeon i bang-a-neun bi-yong-eul ju-ril ppun-man a-ni-ra eom-mu hyo-yul-sseong-do no-pim-ni-da]
      According to the report, this measure not only reduces costs but also increases work efficiency. 📈
      방안 = measure/plan; 비용 = cost; 업무 효율성 = work efficiency.
 
  • 만족도는 높아진 반면 비용 부담은 여전히 남아 있습니다.
      • [man-jok-tto-neun no-pa-jin ban-myeon bi-yong bu-da-meun yeo-jeon-hi na-ma it-sseum-ni-da]
      While satisfaction increased, the cost burden still remains. ⚖️
      만족도 = satisfaction level; 비용 부담 = cost burden; 여전히 = still.
 
  • 이 자료를 근거로 절차를 개선할 필요가 있다고 볼 수 있습니다.
      • [i ja-ryo-reul geun-geo-ro jeol-cha-reul gae-seon-hal pi-ryo-ga it-da-go bol su it-sseum-ni-da]
      Based on this data, it can be viewed that there is a need to improve the procedure. 🛠️
      자료 = data/materials; 절차 = procedure; 개선하다 = to improve.

🧩 General Formation Rule

Persuasive chain frame

  1. N에 따르면 / N을/를 근거로 — evidence source or basis
  1. A일 뿐만 아니라 B도 — stacked support
  1. 반면 / 다만 — contrast or limitation
  1. 따라서 / 그러므로 — conclusion marker
  1. -다고 볼 수 있다 / 필요가 있다 / 가능성이 있다 — cautious conclusion
 
Example frame:
  • 조사 결과에 따르면 A입니다. 반면 B는 한계로 남아 있습니다. 따라서 C할 필요가 있다고 볼 수 있습니다.
      • According to the survey results, it is A. In contrast, B remains a limitation. Therefore, it can be viewed that there is a need to do C.
 

Form reminders

  • 줄이다 → 줄일 뿐만 아니라 — to reduce → not only reduces
  • 높다 → 높을 뿐만 아니라 — to be high → not only high
  • 문제 → 문제일 뿐만 아니라 — issue → not only an issue
  • 정부 → 정부뿐만 아니라 기업도 — not only the government but also companies
  • 필요하다 → 필요하다고 볼 수 있다 — it can be viewed as necessary
 

🚨 Exception Rule(s)

These are not irregular conjugations; they are logic exceptions:
  • Do not use 따라서 unless the previous sentence actually supports the conclusion.
  • Do not use 뿐만 아니라 when the second point is a contrast. Use 반면, 그러나, or 지만.
  • Do not make weak evidence sound certain. If the evidence is limited, use 가능성이 있다, -다고 볼 수 있다, or 추가 검토가 필요하다.
  • Do not say 근거로 때문에. Choose one structure: 근거로 or 때문에.

📚 Cross-check note

The persuasive connectors and reporting patterns in this lesson were checked against 국립국어원 / korean.go.kr: 근거하다 relates a judgment or claim to its basis, 반면 marks contrast, quotation forms like -다고 report statements, and connective/adverbial forms structure cause, contrast, and conclusion in Korean. ✅

🪞 Synonym Alert

  • -에 따르면 — according to; source-focused.
  • -에 의하면 — according to; slightly more formal.
  • -을/를 근거로 — based on; evidence basis.
  • -에 근거하여 — based on; more formal/written.
  • 뿐만 아니라 — not only…but also; adds support.
  • 뿐더러 — not only / moreover; more literary.
  • 반면 — whereas; contrast.
  • 다만 — however / with the limitation that.
  • 따라서 — therefore; neutral formal conclusion.
  • 그러므로 — therefore; heavier logical conclusion.

⚠️ Pitfalls to Dodge

  • ❌ 자료가 적다. 따라서 성공했다. → ✅ 자료가 적다. 따라서 단정하기 어렵다. (The conclusion must follow the evidence.)
  • ❌ 비쌀 뿐만 아니라 품질은 좋습니다. → ✅ 비싸지만 품질은 좋습니다. (Contrast needs contrast grammar.)
  • ❌ 근거로 때문에 → ✅ 자료를 근거로 or 자료 때문에.
  • ❌ 확실히 성공합니다 with limited evidence → ✅ 성공할 가능성이 있습니다.
  • ❌ 보고서에 따르면이라고 주장합니다 → ✅ 보고서에 따르면 효과가 있다고 볼 수 있습니다.
 
🎉 Bottom line: persuasion in Korean is a calm little staircase — evidence, support, limitation, conclusion. Build each step, and your reader will climb with you. 🪜✨
 
Try this exercise
Instructions: Complete each persuasive sentence with the best connector or expression. First decide whether the blank needs evidence, addition, contrast, or cautious conclusion. Then check the Answer toggle.
1. 조사 결과＿＿＿＿ 만족도가 높아졌습니다.
[jo-sa gyeol-gwa ＿＿＿＿ man-jok-tto-ga no-pa-jyeot-sseum-ni-da]
According to the survey results, satisfaction increased. 📊
Answer
에 따르면 — source frame.
2. 통계 자료를 ＿＿＿＿ 정책 효과를 설명할 수 있습니다.
[tong-gye ja-ryo-reul ＿＿＿＿ jeong-chaek hyo-gwa-reul seol-myeong-hal su it-sseum-ni-da]
Based on statistical data, the policy effect can be explained. 📈
Answer
근거로 — evidence basis.
3. 이 방안은 비용을 ＿＿＿＿ 효율성도 높입니다.
[i bang-a-neun bi-yong-eul ＿＿＿＿ hyo-yul-sseong-do no-pim-ni-da]
This measure not only reduces costs but also increases efficiency. 💼
Answer
줄일 뿐만 아니라 — 줄이다 → 줄일 뿐만 아니라.
4. 만족도는 높아졌습니다. ＿＿＿＿ 비용 부담은 남아 있습니다.
[man-jok-tto-neun no-pa-jyeot-sseum-ni-da. ＿＿＿＿ bi-yong bu-da-meun na-ma it-sseum-ni-da]
Satisfaction increased. In contrast, the cost burden remains. ⚖️
Answer
반면 — contrast.
5. 자료가 충분하지 않습니다. ＿＿＿＿ 결론을 단정하기 어렵습니다.
[ja-ryo-ga chung-bun-ha-ji an-sseum-ni-da. ＿＿＿＿ gyeol-lo-neul dan-jeong-ha-gi eo-ryeop-sseum-ni-da]
The data is not sufficient. Therefore, it is difficult to state the conclusion definitively. 🧪
Answer
따라서 — logical conclusion.
6. 이 주장은 현실＿＿＿＿ 공정하기도 합니다.
[i ju-jang-eun hyeon-sil ＿＿＿＿ gong-jeong-ha-gi-do ham-ni-da]
This claim is not only realistic but also fair. ⚖️
Answer
적일 뿐만 아니라 — 현실적이다 → 현실적일 뿐만 아니라.
7. 근거가 제한적입니다. ＿＿＿＿ 추가 검토가 필요합니다.
[geun-geo-ga je-han-jeo-gim-ni-da. ＿＿＿＿ chu-ga geom-to-ga pi-ryo-ham-ni-da]
The evidence is limited. However, additional review is necessary. 🔍
Answer
다만 — limitation.
8. 보고서는 이 정책이 효과적이＿＿＿＿ 분석합니다.
[bo-go-seo-neun i jeong-chae-gi hyo-gwa-jeo-gi ＿＿＿＿ bun-seo-kam-ni-da]
The report analyzes that this policy is effective. 🏛️
Answer
라고 — 효과적이다 → 효과적이라고.
9. 이 자료를 근거로 절차를 개선할 필요가 ＿＿＿＿.
[i ja-ryo-reul geun-geo-ro jeol-cha-reul gae-seon-hal pi-ryo-ga ＿＿＿＿]
Based on this data, there is a need to improve the procedure. 🛠️
Answer
있습니다 — cautious recommendation.
10. 성과가 좋아진 것으로 보아 긍정적 효과가 있을 ＿＿＿＿ 있습니다.
[seong-gwa-ga jo-a-jin geo-seu-ro bo-a geung-jeong-jeok hyo-gwa-ga i-sseul ＿＿＿＿ it-sseum-ni-da]
Judging from the improved performance, there may be a positive effect. 🌱
Answer
가능성이 — cautious possibility.
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Vocabulary Box
  • 조사 결과 → survey results
  • 만족도 → satisfaction level
  • 통계 자료 → statistical data
  • 정책 효과 → policy effect
  • 방안 → measure/plan
  • 비용 → cost
  • 줄이다 → to reduce
  • 효율성 → efficiency
  • 비용 부담 → cost burden
  • 단정하다 → to state definitively
  • 주장 → claim/argument
  • 현실적 → realistic
  • 공정하다 → to be fair
  • 근거 → evidence/basis
  • 제한적 → limited
  • 추가 검토 → additional review
  • 효과적 → effective
  • 절차 → procedure
  • 성과 → performance/result
  • 가능성 → possibility
Tip 💡 Persuasive sentences become stronger when they show both support and limits.
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Want more reps? The Practice Hub below turns persuasive sentence-building into a full argument workout. 🏋️
 
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🎯 Practice Hub — Synthesis: Persuasive Sentence Building
 
Welcome to the persuasion workshop. 🧲 Here you’ll practice building Korean sentences that make a claim, support it with evidence, admit limits, and land a careful conclusion. The goal is not to sound pushy; the goal is to sound organized, fair, and hard to dismiss. ⚖️
 
🔊 Audio reminder: Use
Korean Helper Widgets
Korean Helper Widgets whenever you want to hear a completed sentence aloud.
 
📝 Instructions: Complete each sentence with the best persuasive connector, evidence phrase, contrast marker, or cautious conclusion. Read the Korean aloud, decide what logical job the blank is doing, then open the Answer toggle.
 

Exercise 1 — Evidence Source and Basis 📚

A. 보고서＿＿＿＿ 참여율이 상승했습니다.
[bo-go-seo ＿＿＿＿ cham-yeo-yu-ri sang-seung-haet-sseum-ni-da]
According to the report, the participation rate rose. 📈
Answer
에 따르면 — source frame.
B. 자료＿＿＿＿ 비용 부담이 줄었습니다.
[ja-ryo ＿＿＿＿ bi-yong bu-da-mi ju-reot-sseum-ni-da]
According to the data, the cost burden decreased. 💸
Answer
에 따르면 — source frame.
C. 통계 자료를 ＿＿＿＿ 원인을 분석했습니다.
[tong-gye ja-ryo-reul ＿＿＿＿ wo-ni-neul bun-seo-kaet-sseum-ni-da]
The cause was analyzed based on statistical data. 📊
Answer
근거로 — basis frame.
D. 관찰 결과에 ＿＿＿＿ 결론을 도출했습니다.
[gwan-chal gyeol-gwa-e ＿＿＿＿ gyeol-lo-neul do-chu-raet-sseum-ni-da]
A conclusion was drawn based on observation results. 🔎
Answer
근거하여 — formal basis frame.
E. 조사 결과＿＿＿＿ 만족도가 높아졌습니다.
[jo-sa gyeol-gwa ＿＿＿＿ man-jok-tto-ga no-pa-jyeot-sseum-ni-da]
According to the survey results, satisfaction increased. 😊
Answer
에 따르면 — source frame.
F. 응답 자료를 ＿＿＿＿ 문제점을 정리했습니다.
[eung-dap ja-ryo-reul ＿＿＿＿ mun-je-jeo-meul jeong-ni-haet-sseum-ni-da]
The problems were organized based on response data. 📝
Answer
근거로 — basis frame.
G. 선행 연구＿＿＿＿ 이 방식은 효과적입니다.
[seon-haeng yeon-gu ＿＿＿＿ i bang-si-geun hyo-gwa-jeo-gim-ni-da]
According to previous research, this method is effective. 📚
Answer
에 따르면 — source frame.
H. 현장 기록에 ＿＿＿＿ 절차를 개선했습니다.
[hyeon-jang gi-ro-ge ＿＿＿＿ jeol-cha-reul gae-seon-haet-sseum-ni-da]
The procedure was improved based on field records. 🛠️
Answer
근거하여 — formal basis frame.
I. 보고서＿＿＿＿ 예산 조정이 필요합니다.
[bo-go-seo ＿＿＿＿ ye-san jo-jeong-i pi-ryo-ham-ni-da]
According to the report, budget adjustment is necessary. 💰
Answer
에 따르면 — source frame.
J. 이 자료를 ＿＿＿＿ 주장의 타당성을 검토했습니다.
[i ja-ryo-reul ＿＿＿＿ ju-jang-ui ta-dang-sseong-eul geom-to-haet-sseum-ni-da]
The validity of the claim was reviewed based on this data. ⚖️
Answer
근거로 — basis frame.
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Vocabulary Box
  • 보고서 → report
  • 참여율 → participation rate
  • 자료 → data/materials
  • 비용 부담 → cost burden
  • 통계 자료 → statistical data
  • 원인 → cause
  • 관찰 결과 → observation results
  • 결론 → conclusion
  • 조사 결과 → survey results
  • 응답 자료 → response data
  • 선행 연구 → previous research
  • 현장 기록 → field records
  • 예산 조정 → budget adjustment
  • 타당성 → validity
Tip 💡 -에 따르면 introduces a source; -을/를 근거로 names the basis for a judgment.
 

Exercise 2 — Stacking Support with 뿐만 아니라 🔗

A. 이 방안은 비용을 ＿＿＿＿ 효율성도 높입니다.
[i bang-a-neun bi-yong-eul ＿＿＿＿ hyo-yul-sseong-do no-pim-ni-da]
This measure not only reduces costs but also increases efficiency. 💼
Answer
줄일 뿐만 아니라 — 줄이다 takes -ㄹ 뿐만 아니라.
B. 그 주장은 현실＿＿＿＿ 공정하기도 합니다.
[geu ju-jang-eun hyeon-sil ＿＿＿＿ gong-jeong-ha-gi-do ham-ni-da]
That claim is not only realistic but also fair. ⚖️
Answer
적일 뿐만 아니라 — 현실적이다 → 현실적일 뿐만 아니라.
C. 이 정책은 효과가 ＿＿＿＿ 위험도 낮습니다.
[i jeong-chae-geun hyo-gwa-ga ＿＿＿＿ wi-heom-do nat-sseum-ni-da]
This policy not only has a great effect but also has low risk. 🛡️
Answer
클 뿐만 아니라 — 크다 → 클 뿐만 아니라.
D. 자료가 정확할 ＿＿＿＿ 분석도 체계적입니다.
[ja-ryo-ga jeong-hwa-kal ＿＿＿＿ bun-seok-tto che-gye-jeo-gim-ni-da]
The data is not only accurate, but the analysis is also systematic. 🧾
Answer
뿐만 아니라 — additive support.
E. 정부＿＿＿＿ 기업도 책임을 져야 합니다.
[jeong-bu ＿＿＿＿ gi-eop-tto chae-gi-meul jyeo-ya ham-ni-da]
Not only the government but also companies must take responsibility. 🏢
Answer
뿐만 아니라 — direct noun comparison.
F. 이 변화는 필요할 ＿＿＿＿ 시급하기도 합니다.
[i byeon-hwa-neun pi-ryo-hal ＿＿＿＿ si-geu-pa-gi-do ham-ni-da]
This change is not only necessary but also urgent. ⏰
Answer
뿐만 아니라 — additive support.
G. 전문가＿＿＿＿ 시민도 의견을 내야 합니다.
[jeon-mun-ga ＿＿＿＿ si-min-do ui-gyeo-neul nae-ya ham-ni-da]
Not only experts but also citizens should give opinions. 🗣️
Answer
뿐만 아니라 — direct noun comparison.
H. 그 결정은 합리＿＿＿＿ 설득력도 있습니다.
[geu gyeol-jeong-eun ham-ni ＿＿＿＿ seol-deung-nyeok-tto it-sseum-ni-da]
That decision is not only rational but also persuasive. 🧠
Answer
적일 뿐만 아니라 — 합리적이다 → 합리적일 뿐만 아니라.
I. 절차가 간단할 ＿＿＿＿ 결과도 분명합니다.
[jeol-cha-ga gan-dan-hal ＿＿＿＿ gyeol-gwa-do bun-myeong-ham-ni-da]
The procedure is not only simple, but the result is also clear. ✅
Answer
뿐만 아니라 — additive support.
J. 이 문제는 경제적 부담＿＿＿＿ 사회적 갈등이기도 합니다.
[i mun-je-neun gyeong-je-jeok bu-dam ＿＿＿＿ sa-hoe-jeok gal-deung-i-gi-do ham-ni-da]
This issue is not only an economic burden but also a social conflict. 💸
Answer
일 뿐만 아니라 — noun identity needs 일.
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Vocabulary Box
  • 방안 → measure/plan
  • 줄이다 → to reduce
  • 효율성 → efficiency
  • 현실적 → realistic
  • 공정하다 → to be fair
  • 정책 → policy
  • 효과 → effect
  • 위험 → risk
  • 정확하다 → to be accurate
  • 체계적 → systematic
  • 정부 → government
  • 기업 → company
  • 시급하다 → to be urgent
  • 전문가 → expert
  • 시민 → citizen
  • 합리적 → rational
  • 설득력 → persuasive force
  • 경제적 부담 → economic burden
Tip 💡 뿐만 아니라 works best when both points support the same direction.
 

Exercise 3 — Contrast, Limitation, and Honesty ⚖️

A. 만족도는 높아졌습니다. ＿＿＿＿ 비용 부담은 남아 있습니다.
[man-jok-tto-neun no-pa-jyeot-sseum-ni-da. ＿＿＿＿ bi-yong bu-da-meun na-ma it-sseum-ni-da]
Satisfaction rose. In contrast, the cost burden remains. ⚖️
Answer
반면 — contrast.
B. 성과는 개선되었습니다. ＿＿＿＿ 장기 효과는 불확실합니다.
[seong-gwa-neun gae-seon-doe-eot-sseum-ni-da. ＿＿＿＿ jang-gi hyo-gwa-neun bul-hwak-ssi-ram-ni-da]
Performance improved. However, the long-term effect is uncertain. ⏳
Answer
다만 — limitation.
C. 참여율은 높아졌습니다. ＿＿＿＿ 만족도는 낮아졌습니다.
[cham-yeo-yu-reun no-pa-jyeot-sseum-ni-da. ＿＿＿＿ man-jok-tto-neun na-ja-jyeot-sseum-ni-da]
Participation rose. In contrast, satisfaction decreased. 📉
Answer
반면 — contrast.
D. 주장은 명확합니다. ＿＿＿＿ 근거 제시는 부족합니다.
[ju-jang-eun myeong-hwa-kam-ni-da. ＿＿＿＿ geun-geo je-si-neun bu-jo-kam-ni-da]
The claim is clear. However, the evidence presentation is insufficient. 🧾
Answer
그러나 — however.
E. 자료는 최신입니다. ＿＿＿＿ 표본 규모가 작습니다.
[ja-ryo-neun choe-si-nim-ni-da. ＿＿＿＿ pyo-bon gyu-mo-ga jak-sseum-ni-da]
The data is recent. However, the sample size is small. 🔬
Answer
다만 — limitation.
F. 가격은 낮아졌습니다. ＿＿＿＿ 품질 평가는 나빠졌습니다.
[ga-gyeo-geun na-ja-jyeot-sseum-ni-da. ＿＿＿＿ pum-jil pyeong-ga-neun na-ppa-jyeot-sseum-ni-da]
The price decreased. In contrast, quality evaluations worsened. 🏷️
Answer
반면 — contrast.
G. 방향은 타당합니다. ＿＿＿＿ 실행 방식은 검토가 필요합니다.
[bang-hyang-eun ta-dang-ham-ni-da. ＿＿＿＿ sil-haeng bang-si-geun geom-to-ga pi-ryo-ham-ni-da]
The direction is valid. However, the implementation method needs review. 🏛️
Answer
다만 — limitation.
H. 근거는 충분합니다. ＿＿＿＿ 표현은 지나치게 강합니다.
[geun-geo-neun chung-bun-ham-ni-da. ＿＿＿＿ pyo-hyeo-neun ji-na-chi-ge gang-ham-ni-da]
The evidence is sufficient. However, the wording is too strong. 🪶
Answer
그러나 — however.
I. 단기 효과는 확인되었습니다. ＿＿＿＿ 장기 효과는 아직 확인되지 않았습니다.
[dan-gi hyo-gwa-neun hwa-gin-doe-eot-sseum-ni-da. ＿＿＿＿ jang-gi hyo-gwa-neun a-jik hwa-gin-doe-ji an-at-sseum-ni-da]
The short-term effect was confirmed. However, the long-term effect has not yet been confirmed. ⏱️
Answer
다만 — limitation.
J. 제안은 실용적입니다. ＿＿＿＿ 비용 문제는 남아 있습니다.
[je-a-neun si-ryong-jeo-gim-ni-da. ＿＿＿＿ bi-yong mun-je-neun na-ma it-sseum-ni-da]
The proposal is practical. However, the cost issue remains. 💰
Answer
다만 — limitation.
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Vocabulary Box
  • 반면 → whereas/in contrast
  • 그러나 → however
  • 다만 → however/with the limitation that
  • 성과 → performance/result
  • 장기 효과 → long-term effect
  • 불확실하다 → to be uncertain
  • 명확하다 → to be clear
  • 부족하다 → to be insufficient
  • 최신 → recent/latest
  • 표본 규모 → sample size
  • 품질 평가 → quality evaluation
  • 실행 방식 → implementation method
  • 표현 → wording/expression
  • 지나치게 → excessively
Tip 💡 A persuasive sentence that admits limits often sounds more trustworthy, not weaker.
 

Exercise 4 — Cautious Conclusions 🪶

A. 자료가 제한적이므로 단정하기 ＿＿＿＿.
[ja-ryo-ga je-han-jeo-gi-meu-ro dan-jeong-ha-gi ＿＿＿＿]
Since the data is limited, it is difficult to state definitively. 🧪
Answer
어렵습니다 — cautious conclusion.
B. 성과가 좋아진 것으로 보아 효과가 있을 ＿＿＿＿ 있습니다.
[seong-gwa-ga jo-a-jin geo-seu-ro bo-a hyo-gwa-ga i-sseul ＿＿＿＿ it-sseum-ni-da]
Judging from the improved performance, there may be an effect. 🌱
Answer
가능성이 — cautious possibility.
C. 이 자료를 근거로 절차를 개선할 필요가 ＿＿＿＿.
[i ja-ryo-reul geun-geo-ro jeol-cha-reul gae-seon-hal pi-ryo-ga ＿＿＿＿]
Based on this data, there is a need to improve the procedure. 🛠️
Answer
있습니다 — 필요가 있습니다.
D. 근거가 충분하므로 이 주장은 타당하다고 ＿＿＿＿.
[geun-geo-ga chung-bun-ha-meu-ro i ju-jang-eun ta-dang-ha-da-go ＿＿＿＿]
Since the evidence is sufficient, this claim can be viewed as valid. ⚖️
Answer
볼 수 있습니다 — cautious evaluation.
E. 표본 규모가 작으므로 추가 조사가 ＿＿＿＿.
[pyo-bon gyu-mo-ga ja-geu-meu-ro chu-ga jo-sa-ga ＿＿＿＿]
Since the sample size is small, additional investigation is necessary. 🔬
Answer
필요합니다 — recommendation.
F. 장기 효과는 아직 확인되지 않았으므로 신중하게 해석해야 ＿＿＿＿.
[jang-gi hyo-gwa-neun a-jik hwa-gin-doe-ji a-na-sseu-meu-ro sin-jung-ha-ge hae-seo-kae-ya ＿＿＿＿]
Since the long-term effect has not yet been confirmed, it should be interpreted carefully. ⏳
Answer
합니다 — 해야 합니다.
G. 비용 부담이 남아 있으므로 단계적 시행이 ＿＿＿＿.
[bi-yong bu-da-mi na-ma i-sseu-meu-ro dan-gye-jeok si-haeng-i ＿＿＿＿]
Since the cost burden remains, gradual implementation is appropriate. 🪜
Answer
적절합니다 — measured conclusion.
H. 자료가 충분하면 결론을 도출할 수 없는 것은 ＿＿＿＿.
[ja-ryo-ga chung-bun-ha-myeon gyeol-lo-neul do-chul-hal su eom-neun geo-seun ＿＿＿＿]
If the data is sufficient, it is not impossible to draw a conclusion. 🚪
Answer
아닙니다 — double-negative cautious possibility.
I. 이 방식은 효과적이라고 ＿＿＿＿ 있습니다.
[i bang-si-geun hyo-gwa-jeo-gi-ra-go ＿＿＿＿ it-sseum-ni-da]
This method can be viewed as effective. 🧠
Answer
볼 수 — -다고 볼 수 있습니다.
J. 반대 의견도 있으므로 표현을 조정할 필요가 ＿＿＿＿.
[ban-dae ui-gyeon-do i-sseu-meu-ro pyo-hyeo-neul jo-jeong-hal pi-ryo-ga ＿＿＿＿]
Since there are opposing opinions too, there is a need to adjust the wording. 🗣️
Answer
있습니다 — careful recommendation.
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Vocabulary Box
  • 제한적 → limited
  • 단정하다 → to state definitively
  • 가능성 → possibility
  • 개선하다 → to improve
  • 타당하다 → to be valid
  • 추가 조사 → additional investigation
  • 확인되다 → to be confirmed
  • 신중하게 → carefully
  • 해석하다 → to interpret
  • 단계적 시행 → gradual implementation
  • 적절하다 → to be appropriate
  • 도출하다 → to draw/derive
  • 반대 의견 → opposing opinion
  • 조정하다 → to adjust
Tip 💡 Use cautious conclusions when the evidence supports a direction but not a guarantee.
 

Exercise 5 — Mixed Mastery + Pitfall Patrol 🛡️

A. ❌ 근거로 때문에 → ✅ 자료를 ＿＿＿＿ 주장했습니다.
[ja-ryo-reul ＿＿＿＿ ju-jang-haet-sseum-ni-da]
They argued based on the data. 🧾
Answer
근거로 — do not combine 근거로 and 때문에.
B. ❌ 비쌀 뿐만 아니라 품질은 좋습니다 → ✅ 비싸＿＿＿＿ 품질은 좋습니다.
[bi-ssa ＿＿＿＿ pum-ji-reun jo-sseum-ni-da]
It is expensive, but the quality is good. 🏷️
Answer
지만 — this is contrast, not additive support.
C. ❌ 자료가 적다. 따라서 성공했다. → ✅ 자료가 적다. 따라서 단정하기 ＿＿＿＿.
[ja-ryo-ga jeok-tta. tta-ra-seo dan-jeong-ha-gi ＿＿＿＿]
The data is limited. Therefore, it is difficult to state definitively. 🧪
Answer
어렵다 — the conclusion must match the evidence.
D. ❌ 정부일 뿐만 아니라 기업도 → ✅ 정부＿＿＿＿ 기업도
[jeong-bu ＿＿＿＿ gi-eop-tto]
Not only the government but also companies. 🏢
Answer
뿐만 아니라 — direct noun comparison.
E. ❌ 문제뿐만 아니라 책임입니다 → ✅ 문제＿＿＿＿ 책임이기도 합니다.
[mun-je ＿＿＿＿ chae-gi-mi-gi-do ham-ni-da]
It is not only a problem but also a responsibility. 🤝
Answer
일 뿐만 아니라 — noun identity needs 일.
F. 보고서에 따르면 이 정책은 효과적이＿＿＿＿ 볼 수 있습니다.
[bo-go-seo-e tta-reu-myeon i jeong-chae-geun hyo-gwa-jeo-gi ＿＿＿＿ bol su it-sseum-ni-da]
According to the report, this policy can be viewed as effective. 📚
Answer
라고 — 효과적이다 → 효과적이라고.
G. 성과는 개선되었습니다. ＿＿＿＿ 장기 효과는 불확실합니다.
[seong-gwa-neun gae-seon-doe-eot-sseum-ni-da. ＿＿＿＿ jang-gi hyo-gwa-neun bul-hwak-ssi-ram-ni-da]
Performance improved. However, the long-term effect is uncertain. ⏳
Answer
다만 — limitation.
H. 통계 자료를 근거로 추가 검토가 필요＿＿＿＿ 주장했습니다.
[tong-gye ja-ryo-reul geun-geo-ro chu-ga geom-to-ga pi-ryo ＿＿＿＿ ju-jang-haet-sseum-ni-da]
Based on statistical data, they argued that additional review is necessary. 📊
Answer
하다고 — 필요하다 → 필요하다고.
I. 근거가 약하므로 성공할 ＿＿＿＿ 있다고만 말해야 합니다.
[geun-geo-ga ya-ka-meu-ro seong-gong-hal ＿＿＿＿ it-tta-go-man ma-rae-ya ham-ni-da]
Since the evidence is weak, you should only say that there is a possibility of success. 🪶
Answer
가능성이 — cautious possibility.
J. Final check: 따라서 should connect evidence to a ＿＿＿＿.
Answer
supported conclusion — 따라서 only works when the previous sentence actually supports the result.
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Vocabulary Box
  • 주장하다 → to argue/claim
  • 비싸다 → to be expensive
  • 품질 → quality
  • 적다 → to be few/little
  • 어렵다 → to be difficult
  • 정부 → government
  • 기업 → company
  • 책임 → responsibility
  • 효과적 → effective
  • 성과 → performance/result
  • 불확실하다 → to be uncertain
  • 통계 자료 → statistical data
  • 추가 검토 → additional review
  • 약하다 → to be weak
  • 성공하다 → to succeed
  • 따라서 → therefore
Tip 💡 Pitfall patrol: choose the grammar that matches the logic — source, basis, addition, contrast, or cautious conclusion.
 
Reference corner 📚
  • N에 따르면 → according to N
  • N을/를 근거로 → based on N
  • V/A-(으)ㄹ 뿐만 아니라 → not only V/A, but also
  • N일 뿐만 아니라 → not only is N, but also
  • N뿐만 아니라 N도 → not only N but also N
  • 반면 / 그러나 / 다만 → contrast or limitation
  • 따라서 / 그러므로 → therefore
  • -다고 볼 수 있다 → can be viewed as
  • 가능성이 있다 → there is a possibility
  • 필요가 있다 → there is a need
 
🎉 You finished the persuasive sentence-building workout. Now your Korean can make a point, show receipts, admit limits, and land a careful conclusion — basically, your sentences have a blazer and a conscience. 🧥✨