TOPIK Practice – TOPIK I 어휘 [vocabulary] 1–5 (1/30/2026) – winter storm warning

정답: A. 경고

How to solve: The sentence states that a 'winter storm ____ has been issued' and advises 'to refrain from going out'. The word that best fits the context of 'refraining from going out' due to a 'winter storm' is 'warning'.

A — '경고' means warning. This fits the context of a dangerous weather condition that requires caution and refraining from outdoor activities.

B — '정보' means information. While information is given, 'warning' is more specific to the severity and call to action.

C — '소식' means news. Similar to information, it's too general for the urgent tone of the sentence.

D — '안내' means guidance or 안내. This implies instruction but 'warning' is more appropriate for a serious weather event.

정답: A. 대비를

How to solve: The sentence talks about heavy snow (폭설) and the need to do something 'thoroughly' (단단히). The phrase '대비를 하다' means to prepare, which fits the context of preparing for heavy snow.

A — '대비를 하다' means to prepare. '폭설에 대비를 단단히 해야 합니다' means 'You must prepare thoroughly for heavy snow,' which is a natural and correct expression.

B — '주의를 하다' means to be careful or pay attention. While relevant to snow, '주의를 단단히 하다' is not a natural expression.

C — '조심을 하다' means to be careful. Similar to '주의', '조심을 단단히 하다' is not commonly used.

D — '걱정을 하다' means to worry. While one might worry, the sentence is about action to take, not just an emotion.

정답: C. 미끄럽

How to solve: The sentence states 'because of snow, the road is ____. Walk carefully.' Snow typically makes roads slippery, which requires careful walking. Therefore, 'slippery' is the most appropriate word.

A — '깨끗합니다' means clean. Snow does not necessarily make roads clean; it makes them hazardous.

B — '따뜻합니다' means warm. Snow makes roads cold, not warm.

C — '미끄럽습니다' means slippery. This is a common and dangerous condition of roads after snowfall, directly leading to the advice to 'walk carefully'.

D — '건조합니다' means dry. Snow makes roads wet and potentially icy, the opposite of dry.

정답: C. 외출

How to solve: The sentence advises 'it is good to refrain from ____ during a winter storm.' During a winter storm, it is generally recommended to avoid going outside due to dangerous conditions. 'Going out' fits this context.

A — '운동' means exercise. While outdoor exercise might be difficult, the primary activity to avoid is simply going outside.

B — '식사' means meal. There is no reason to refrain from eating during a winter storm.

C — '외출' means going out. This is the most appropriate action to refrain from during a severe weather event like a winter storm for safety reasons.

D — '독서' means reading. Reading is a safe indoor activity and not something one would be advised to refrain from during a storm.

정답: B. 강설

How to solve: The context is 'winter storm warning' and preparing for it. The blank is followed by 'is expected' and 'prepare in advance.' In a winter storm, the most common precipitation is snow. '강설' (snowfall) fits this context.

A — '강우' means rainfall. While possible, 'winter storm' typically implies snow or ice, not just rain.

B — '강설' means snowfall. This is a direct and key component of a 'winter storm' and requires preparation.

C — '강풍' means strong wind. Strong wind can accompany a winter storm, but '강설' is a more direct and defining characteristic requiring preparation in terms of accumulation.

D — '기온' means temperature. While temperature changes are involved, '기온이 예상된다' (temperature is expected) does not fit the blank as an event to prepare for in the same way as precipitation.