Chaebol

Pronunciation: /tʃeɪbɒl/

Definitions of chaebol

noun a large South Korean conglomerate made up of various businesses and subsidiaries

Example Sentences

A1 A chaebol is a large South Korean conglomerate.

A2 Many chaebols have diversified business interests.

B1 The government has implemented policies to regulate chaebols.

B2 Chaebols play a significant role in the South Korean economy.

C1 The chaebol system has been criticized for its influence on the economy.

C2 Chaebols like Samsung and Hyundai are well-known globally.

Examples of chaebol in a Sentence

formal The chaebol is a prominent feature of South Korea's economy, with major conglomerates dominating various industries.

informal My uncle works for a chaebol, so he has a stable job with good benefits.

slang I heard that chaebol heir is a real playboy, always partying and causing trouble.

figurative In the corporate world, some people view the CEO as a chaebol, wielding immense power and influence.

Grammatical Forms of chaebol

• plural: chaebols
• comparative: more chaebol
• superlative: most chaebol
• present tense: chaebol
• future tense: will chaebol
• perfect tense: have chaebol
• continuous tense: is chaeboling
• singular: chaebol
• positive degree: very chaebol
• infinitive: to chaebol
• gerund: chaeboling
• participle: chaebolled

Origin and Evolution of chaebol

First Known Use: 1962 year

Language of Origin: Korean

Story behind the word: The word 'chaebol' originated in South Korea.

Evolution of the word: Originally used to refer to large conglomerates in South Korea, the term 'chaebol' has evolved to also encompass the powerful families that control these conglomerates and the influence they have on the country's economy and society.