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TOPIK 5noun

주의력

juuiryeok [주이력]

주의력이 · 주의력을

attention span, attentiveness, concentration

Example

스마트폰을 오래 쓰면 주의력이 떨어질 수 있어요.

Using a smartphone for a long time can lower your attention span.

Word parts

주 pour, focus의 mind력 power

Literally 'power to pour your mind into something'. -력 = power, ability: 집중력, 체력.

Good to know

ADHD is 주의력 결핍 과잉 행동 장애, usually shortened to ADHD in speech.