This is the 2025th most frequent Korean word.
비판
Criticism.
Here, '비판' refers to negative evaluation or criticism in a political context.
그는 정치적 비판을 피하기 위해 노력했다.
He tried to avoid political criticism.
In this sentence, '비판' implies critical reasoning or analysis, often constructive and evaluative.
비판적인 사고는 학문에 있어서 중요하다.
Critical thinking is important in academics.
Here, '비판' is used to mean critique aimed at improvement.