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전기료인상
jeon-gi-ryo in-sang
electricity rate hike
정부가 전기료인상을 발표했다.
The government announced an electricity rate hike.
Finance
formal
An increase in the price charged for electricity consumption.
전기료인상으로 인해 가계 지출이 늘어나고 있다.
Household expenses are increasing due to the electricity rate hike.
정부는 전기료인상 폭을 조절하기로 했다.
The government decided to adjust the scale of the electricity rate hike.
Commonly used in news reports and official announcements regarding utility pricing.
Related Phrases
Pro Tip
Contextual Usage
Use '전기료인상' when discussing official increases in electricity prices. For informal contexts, '전기세 오름' (jeon-gi-se o-reum) may be used colloquially.
Gold Rule
Formal vs. Informal
In formal writing (e.g., news articles, policies), use '전기료인상'. In casual conversation, '전기세 오름' is more common.
Word Origin
Composed of 전기 (jeon-gi, 'electricity') + 료/요금 (ryo/yogeum, 'fee/charge') + 인상 (in-sang, 'increase'). The term emerged in the late 20th century as utility pricing became a frequent topic in public discourse.
Usage Notes
Often appears in media during periods of economic instability or energy policy changes. The term is neutral but may carry negative connotations in consumer contexts.
Word Breakdown
전기
electricity
noun료/요금
fee/charge
noun인상
increase
noun한영사전