경기

gyeonggi
nounIntermediate
informal

A game or match, especially in sports

오늘 축구 경기가 있습니다.

There is a soccer match today.

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Commonly used in sports contexts to refer to a competitive event.

formal

A province or region in Korea, specifically Gyeonggi Province

경기도는 서울을 둘러싸고 있습니다.

Gyeonggi Province surrounds Seoul.

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Refers to the administrative division in Korea.

formal

Economic activity or performance, often in a business or financial context

이 회사의 경기는 매우 긍정적입니다.

This company's economic performance is very positive.

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Used in financial or business contexts to describe economic conditions.

Collocations

경기장stadium경기 결과match result경기 일정match schedule

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Related Phrases

경기력phrase
competitive ability
경기장phrase
stadium

💡Pro Tip

Context Matters

Always consider the context when using '경기' to determine whether it refers to a sports event, a region, or economic activity.

Gold Rule

Avoid Ambiguity

When writing or speaking, clarify the context to avoid confusion between the different meanings of '경기'.

📖Word Origin

Derived from the Sino-Korean characters 競技, meaning 'competition' and 'skill' respectively.

📝Usage Notes

The meaning of '경기' depends heavily on context. In sports, it refers to a match or game. In geography, it refers to Gyeonggi Province. In economics, it refers to economic activity.

Word Breakdown

competition
root
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skill or technique
root
Noted on May 2, 2026KOEN