TOPIK Practice – TOPIK I 어휘 [어휘] 1–5 (6/17/2026) – elina svitolina

정답: C. 테니스 선수

How to solve: The sentence describes Elina Svitolina's profession. She is known as a tennis player. Therefore, the blank should be filled with the Korean word for 'tennis player'.

A — 가수 (singer) is incorrect. Elina Svitolina is not a singer.

B — 배우 (actor) is incorrect. Elina Svitolina is not an actor.

C — 테니스 선수 (tennis player) is correct. Elina Svitolina is a famous tennis player.

D — 의사 (doctor) is incorrect. Elina Svitolina is not a doctor.

정답: B. 우승

How to solve: The sentence states that Elina Svitolina often performs (______) in important matches. Given her reputation as a successful tennis player, she is likely to win championships. Therefore, 'championship/victory' is the most appropriate word.

A — 패배 (defeat) is incorrect. While players can lose, the word '자주' (often) combined with her fame suggests success.

B — 우승 (championship, victory) is correct. Successful athletes often achieve championships in important matches.

C — 휴식 (rest) is incorrect. Players do not 'do rest' in a match context.

D — 고민 (worry) is incorrect. Players might worry, but it's not something they 'do' as a result in a match.

정답: C. 우크라이나

How to solve: The sentence asks about Elina Svitolina's country of origin. She is widely known to be from Ukraine. Therefore, the blank should be filled with '우크라이나'.

A — 한국 (Korea) is incorrect. Elina Svitolina is not from Korea.

B — 일본 (Japan) is incorrect. Elina Svitolina is not from Japan.

C — 우크라이나 (Ukraine) is correct. Elina Svitolina is from Ukraine.

D — 미국 (USA) is incorrect. Elina Svitolina is not from the USA.

정답: B. 응원

How to solve: The sentence states that 'many fans' intensely (______) Elina Svitolina. Fans typically support or cheer for their favorite athletes. '응원하다' means to cheer for/support.

A — 미워 (hate) is incorrect. Fans do not typically hate their favorite players.

B — 응원 (cheer for, support) is correct. Fans enthusiastically support their favorite players.

C — 비난 (criticize) is incorrect. While some criticism might exist, '열정적으로' (passionately/intensely) does not fit with criticism from fans.

D — 무시 (ignore) is incorrect. Fans do not ignore their favorite players, especially not '열정적으로'.

정답: C. 열정적인

How to solve: The sentence states that Elina Svitolina always shows a (______) appearance on the court. Given her status as a professional athlete, she is expected to show a strong and passionate demeanor. '열정적인' (passionate) fits this context well.

A — 약한 (weak) is incorrect. A top athlete would not consistently show a weak appearance.

B — 힘든 (difficult, tough) is incorrect. While games are tough, '힘든 모습' (a difficult/tough appearance) doesn't perfectly describe her typical demeanor, especially in a positive sense.

C — 열정적인 (passionate) is correct. Athletes are often described as passionate on the court, showing their dedication and energy.

D — 느린 (slow) is incorrect. Speed is crucial in tennis, and she is a top player, so 'slow' is not an appropriate description.