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TOPIK 6noun

비약

biyak

비약이 · 비약을

leap, rapid progress; leap in logic

Example

그 주장은 논리적 비약이 너무 심해요.

That argument makes too big a leap in logic.

Word parts

비 fly약 leap

Literally 'flying leap'.

Good to know

Two senses: 비약적 발전 'dramatic progress' is positive, 논리적 비약 'logical leap' is a criticism.