TOPIK Practice – TOPIK I 어휘 [어휘] 1–5 (7/15/2026) – pau cubarsí

정답: B. 선수

How to solve: The sentence states that Pau Cubarsí is an important part of the Barcelona team. Among the choices, '선수' (player) is the only word that correctly describes his role in a football team. '감독' is coach, '팬' is fan, and '심판' is referee, none of which fit the context.

A — '감독' means coach. Pau Cubarsí is a player, not a coach.

B — '선수' means player. This is the correct term for Pau Cubarsí's role in the team.

C — '팬' means fan. While he has fans, he himself is a member of the team.

D — '심판' means referee. He is a player, not a referee.

정답: C. 어린

How to solve: The sentence implies a contrast: 'still _______ but showing excellent skills'. Pau Cubarsí is known for being a young player. Therefore, '어린' (young) fits perfectly, indicating his age despite his talent.

A — '늙은' means old. This contradicts the common knowledge about Pau Cubarsí and the context of 'showing excellent skills despite being young'.

B — '느린' means slow. This refers to speed and doesn't fit the context of age and talent.

C — '어린' means young. This accurately describes Pau Cubarsí's age and provides the necessary contrast in the sentence.

D — '유명한' means famous. While he is becoming famous, '어린' provides a more direct contrast to his '뛰어난 실력'.

정답: D. 수비수

How to solve: The question asks about Pau Cubarsí's main playing position. He is widely known as a central defender for Barcelona. Among the choices, '수비수' (defender) is the correct position.

A — '공격수' means forward/attacker. This is not Pau Cubarsí's primary position.

B — '미드필더' means midfielder. This is not Pau Cubarsí's primary position.

C — '골키퍼' means goalkeeper. This is not Pau Cubarsí's position.

D — '수비수' means defender. This is Pau Cubarsí's well-known playing position.

정답: B. 경기

How to solve: The sentence states that Pau Cubarsí showed impressive performance in a recent 1st team _______. Players show impressive performances in '경기' (matches/games). '훈련' (training), '회의' (meeting), or '여행' (travel) do not fit the context of showing performance in a team setting.

A — '훈련' means training. While players perform in training, '인상적인 모습' (impressive performance) is more commonly used for actual matches.

B — '경기' means match/game. This is where a player's performance is officially showcased and evaluated, fitting '인상적인 모습'.

C — '회의' means meeting. Players do not 'perform' in meetings in this context.

D — '여행' means travel. Travel is not an arena for showing '인상적인 모습' as a player.

정답: C. 밝은

How to solve: The sentence describes Pau Cubarsí as a '축구 유망주' (football prospect). A prospect is someone with potential. Therefore, a prospect's future is typically considered '밝은' (bright), indicating great potential and success.

A — '불확실한' means uncertain. This contradicts the idea of being a '유망주' (prospect), who typically has certain potential.

B — '어두운' means dark. This implies a negative future, which is contrary to the description of a promising prospect.

C — '밝은' means bright. This accurately describes the future of a talented and promising young athlete.

D — '평범한' means ordinary. This does not fit with being an '인상적인' (impressive) '유망주' (prospect).