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겨울

"winter"

Korean word for winter

🍂Seasons

Seasons and holidays vocabulary

Pronunciation Guide

겨울[gyeoul]

Pronunciation Tips:

  • "eo" sounds like "uh" in "butter"

English Translation

winter

Meaning & Usage

The season from December to February. Korean winters are very cold due to Siberian air masses. The traditional ondol (floor heating) system was developed to endure the harsh cold.

Learning Tips

  • 💡This is a common beginner-level word. Practice using it in daily conversations!
  • 💡Nouns are often followed by particles (은/는, 이/가, 을/를) to indicate their role.
  • 💡Seasons and holidays vocabulary
Difficulty:Beginner (TOPIK 1-2)

Example Sentences

Beginner
I like winter.
Intermediate
The weather is nice in winter.
Advanced
winter is a special season in Korea.
Master
The climate characteristics of winter greatly influence Korean culture and lifestyle.
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