계획 vs 구상
Korean word comparison
Listen to 계획
Listen to 구상
| 계획 | 구상 |
|---|---|
gye-HOEK noun | gu-sang noun |
| a plan; an arrangement for what you will do | concept; idea; a plan formed in the mind |
How they differ
구상 refers more to an idea or blueprint in the mind before it becomes a detailed plan. 계획 is more concrete and actionable, while 구상 can feel more preliminary and abstract.
When to use each
When to use 계획: Use 계획 when you want to talk about a practical plan with specific actions.
When to use 구상: Use 구상 when you are describing an idea that is still being formed or imagined.
Side-by-side examples
- 새 사업 계획을 발표했다.
(We announced a new business plan.) - 새 사업에 대한 구상이 아직 완성되지 않았다.
(The concept for the new business is not finished yet.)
Register & nuance: 구상 is slightly more formal and is often used in creative, business, or intellectual contexts.