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하늘

"sky"

Korean word for sky

🌿Nature

Nature and landscape vocabulary

Pronunciation Guide

하늘[ha·neul]

Pronunciation Tips:

  • "eu" is like "oo" but with unrounded lips

English Translation

sky

Meaning & Usage

The expanse of air above the earth. In Korean, '하늘' is also the root of '하느님' (God). There's a famous proverb: 'Even if the sky falls, there's a hole to crawl out of' — meaning there's always a way out.

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.
  • 💡Nature and landscape vocabulary
Difficulty:Beginner (TOPIK 1-2)

Example Sentences

Beginner
The sky is beautiful.
Intermediate
I went to see the sky.
Advanced
sky shows the beauty of nature.
Master
Understanding the ecological value of sky reveals the importance of environmental protection.
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