Korean word

방수

Pronunciation

Romanizationpangsu

Meaning

  • nounwaterproof

Example

비 오는 날에는 방수 가방이 좋아요.pi o neun na re neun pang su ka bang i cho a yo

A waterproof bag is a good choice on rainy days.

Illustration for 방수 (waterproof)

More examples

등산할 때 방수 재킷을 챙겨요.teung san hal ttae pang su chae ki seul chaeng gyeo yo

I bring a waterproof jacket when I go hiking.

Core concept

A protective surface or material that blocks water and moisture.

Common phrases

  • 방수 가방pang su ka bang

    waterproof bag

  • 방수 재킷pang su chae kit

    waterproof jacket

Similar words

방수성pangsuseong: The water-blocking property of an object or fabric.

Definition in Korean

물이나 습기가 스며들지 않게 처리된 성질 또는 그런 처리 자체.mu ri na seup kki ga seu myeo deul ji an ke cheo ri doen seong jil tto neun keu reon cheo ri cha che

Word origin

Built from Sino-Korean elements for protection and water, the word directly reflects the treatment that keeps moisture from entering.

Usage tips

  • In everyday Korean, this word commonly appears in product descriptions for bags, jackets, and other items used in wet weather.

Related words

  • 방수성pangsuseongwater resistancenoun
  • 방수제pangsujewaterproofing agentnoun

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