What does '기적' (Gi-jeok) mean in Korean?

'기적' (Gi-jeok) means 'miracle' in Korean, describing an incredible event that brings hope against all odds.

What are basic grammar forms used with '기적' for TOPIK 1-2 learners?

Beginners can use '-아/어서' (because/and so), '-(으)ㄹ 수 있다' (can), and '-(으)ㄴ 후에' (after) to make simple sentences with '기적'.

🇰🇷 Learn Korean: 기적 (Gi-jeok) | Miracle, Hope (TOPIK Level 1-2)

9월 04, 2026

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TOPIK 1-2 Essential Vocabulary

Mastering '기적' (Gi-jeok)

기적 [Gi-jeok]

핵심 요약: 기적은 상식적으로 일어날 수 없는 놀라운 일(Miracle)을 뜻합니다. 뉴스에서 50시간 만에 무사히 구조된 소녀의 이야기를 통해 희망을 나타냅니다.

Executive Summary: Gi-jeok means 'miracle' in Korean. In this real JTBC news clip, a young girl was rescued safely after 50 hours—a true miracle of hope and rescue.

📺 Real News Video Masterclass

Watch the official JTBC news scene showing how native news reporters use "기적" in a real-life rescue story.

📚 TOPIK Level 1-2 Vocabulary Masterclass

Here are 5 easy and essential words extracted from this rescue news story to boost your daily Korean vocabulary.

1. Core Word (Noun)

기적 [Gi-jeok] / Miracle

아이가 무사히 돌아온 것은 기적이에요.

It is a miracle that the child returned safely.

2. Essential Noun

구조 [Gu-jo] / Rescue

구조대원이 빠른 구조 활동을 시작했습니다.

The rescuers started quick rescue operations.

3. Emotion Noun

희망 [Hui-mang] / Hope

어려운 때에도 희망을 잃지 마세요.

Do not lose hope even in difficult times.

4. Basic Action Verb

돕다 [Dop-da] / To help

많은 사람들이 이웃을 돕고 있어요.

Many people are helping their neighbors.

5. Manner Adverb

무사히 [Mu-sa-hi] / Safely, Without harm

소녀가 무사히 가족 품으로 돌아가기를 바랍니다.

I hope the girl returns safely to her family.

✍️ Beginner Grammar Blueprints (TOPIK 1-2)

1. -아/어서 [Because / Cause & Sequence]

구조대원이 와서 아이를 구했어요.

The rescue team came and saved the child.

2. -(으)ㄹ 수 있다 [Can / Able to]

우리는 모두 기적을 만들어 낼 수 있어요.

We can all create a miracle together.

3. -(으)ㄴ 후에 [After doing something]

구조되ㄴ 후에 병원으로 옮겨졌어요.

After being rescued, she was moved to the hospital.

🔗 Essential Pattern Reading: [Vocabulary] '한가운데' (In the middle of) Story 🌟

Warm helping hands symbolizing hope, unity, and miracle in times of emergency

✏️ Interactive TOPIK Level 1-2 Quiz

Q1. '기적'의 뜻으로 가장 알맞은 것은 무엇일까요? (What is the meaning of '기적'?)

Q2. 빈칸에 들어갈 알맞은 표현을 골라보세요: "구조대원이 ( ) 아이를 찾았습니다." (Hint: Safely)

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