가능하다 vs 실현 가능하다
Korean word comparison
Listen to 가능하다
Listen to 실현 가능하다
| 가능하다 | 실현 가능하다 |
|---|---|
GA-neung-ha-da adjective | silhyeon ganeunghada adjective |
| possible; feasible; able to be done | to be realizable; to be practical |
How they differ
실현 가능하다 is more specific than 가능하다 and emphasizes whether an idea, plan, or goal can actually be carried out into reality. 가능하다 can be used more generally for possibility, while 실현 가능하다 adds the nuance of practical execution.
When to use each
When to use 가능하다: Use 가능하다 for general possibility or feasibility without stressing implementation.
When to use 실현 가능하다: Use 실현 가능하다 when you are specifically evaluating whether an idea can be put into practice.
Side-by-side examples
- 이 제안은 가능하다.
(This proposal is possible.) - 이 제안은 실현 가능하다.
(This proposal is realizable.)
Register & nuance: 실현 가능하다 is more formal and technical, often used in business, policy, or academic contexts.