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냉방

"cooling/air conditioning"

Korean word for cooling/air conditioning

Weather

Weather and climate vocabulary

Pronunciation Guide

냉방[naengbang]

Pronunciation Tips:

  • "ae" sounds like "a" in "cat"
  • "ng" is a soft nasal sound like in "sing"

English Translation

cooling/air conditioning

Meaning & Usage

The act of lowering indoor temperature, the opposite of heating (난방). Primarily done through air conditioning. '냉방병' (AC sickness) refers to cold-like symptoms from excessive air conditioning.

Learning Tips

  • 💡This word requires understanding of Korean context. Try using it in appropriate situations.
  • 💡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:Intermediate (TOPIK 3-4)

Example Sentences

Beginner
How is the cooling/air conditioning today?
Intermediate
I heard about the cooling/air conditioning on the news.
Advanced
In Korea, the food people eat changes depending on the cooling/air conditioning.
Master
Knowing various Korean expressions related to cooling/air conditioning makes daily conversation more natural.
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