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TOPIK 4noun

자질

jajil

자질이 · 자질을

qualities, aptitude, talent

Example

그는 지도자로서의 자질을 갖추고 있어요.

He has the qualities of a leader.

Word parts

자 resource질 nature

Literally 'natural material': the qualities you bring to a role.

Good to know

자질 is about suitability for a role; 소질 is a natural talent for an activity.