English–Korean

“roof” in Korean

Korean

Pronunciation

Romanizationchibung

Example

지붕에 구멍이 났어요.chi bung e ku meong i na sseo yo

There is a hole in the roof.

Illustration for 지붕 (roof)

How to say “roof” in Korean

“Roof” in Korean is 지붕 (chibung).

The protective outer cover over a building that keeps rain and snow out.

Full entry for 지붕: usage tips, similar words and word origin

Example sentences with 지붕

이번 주말에 지붕을 수리할 거예요.i beon chu ma re chi bung eul su ri hal kkeo ye yo

I will repair the roof this weekend.

Tips for using 지붕

  • English learners can remember that a roof is on the outside of a building, while a ceiling is the inside surface above a room.

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