Korean Dictionary
How to say "Independence in children" in Korean
“Independence in children” in Korean is 아이 독립성 (pronounced "Ai dokripseong").
아이 독립성
Ai dokripseong
Usage & Context
A child's ability to do things on their own. Korean parents gradually encourage independence as children grow.
Example Sentence
아이 독립성을 발전시키는 것이 중요합니다.
It is important to develop independence in children.
How to use 아이 독립성 naturally
Quick answer
The Korean word for “Independence in children” is 아이 독립성, romanized as Ai dokripseong.
Usage tip
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Common mistake
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Pronunciation Guide
For 아이 (Ai), it's pronounced like the English word 'eye'. For 독립성 (Dokripseong), 'Dok' sounds like 'dock.' 'Rip' is like 'rip' in English. 'Seong' is like 'sung' in 'song' but with a slightly more open 'eo' sound. The stress is fairly even across the syllables.
More Example Sentences
General advice on child-rearing and development.
어릴 때부터 아이 독립성을 길러주는 게 좋아요.
It's good to foster children's independence from an early age.
Observing a child's progress in self-reliance.
우리 아이는 스스로 숙제를 하면서 독립심을 키우고 있어요.
Our child is developing independence by doing homework on their own.
Warning against over-parenting or micromanagement.
과도한 간섭은 아이 독립성을 해칠 수 있어요.
Excessive interference can harm a child's independence.
Cultural Context
Korean parenting styles have historically leaned towards close nurturing and guidance, often extending into adulthood. However, there's a growing trend towards encouraging '아이 독립성' earlier, influenced by Western educational philosophies and the desire for children to be self-reliant in a competitive global environment. Parents now often seek a balance between traditional support and fostering individual autonomy, which can be a challenging tightrope walk.
Editorial note
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Common Phrases
아이 독립성을 기르다
To foster a child's independence
아이 독립성을 키우다
To develop a child's independence
독립적인 아이
An independent child
Related Expressions
자율성
jayulseong
Autonomy
자립심
jaripsim
Self-reliance
의존성
uijonseong
Dependence
자주성
jajuseong
Self-sufficiency
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