Pronunciation Guide
강수량[gangsuryang]
Pronunciation Tips:
- •"ng" is a soft nasal sound like in "sing"
English Translation
precipitation
Meaning & Usage
The amount of rain or snow measured in millimeters (mm) over a given period. Korea's average annual precipitation is about 1,300mm, with 50-60% concentrated during the monsoon season (June-August). When news reports 'hourly precipitation over 50mm,' it indicates extremely heavy rainfall.
Learning Tips
- 💡This is an advanced expression. Pay attention to formality levels and nuances.
- 💡Nouns are often followed by particles (은/는, 이/가, 을/를) to indicate their role.
- 💡Weather is a common conversation starter in Korea, just like in many cultures.
Difficulty:Advanced (TOPIK 5-6)
Example Sentences
Beginner
How is the precipitation today?
Intermediate
I heard about the precipitation on the news.
Advanced
In Korea, the food people eat changes depending on the precipitation.
Master
Knowing various Korean expressions related to precipitation makes daily conversation more natural.
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