English–Korean

“wing” in Korean

Korean

Pronunciation

Romanizationnalgae

Example

참새가 날개를 퍼덕이며 날았다.cham sae ga nal gae reul peo deo gi myeo na rat tta

The sparrow flew, flapping its wings.

Illustration for 날개 (wing)

How to say “wing” in Korean

“Wing” in Korean is 날개 (nalgae).

A broad, flat part that spreads from a bird, insect, or aircraft to help it move through or rise in air.

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

Example sentences with 날개

그 새는 부상으로 날개를 다쳤다.keu sae neun pu sang eu ro nal gae reul ta cheot tta

An injury left the bird with a hurt wing.

Tips for using 날개

  • English learners may picture only a bird, but the Korean word also naturally names the corresponding part of an insect or an airplane.

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