Korean word

방풍

Pronunciation

Romanizationpangpung

Meaning

  • nounwindbreak

Example

방풍을 설치했더니 바람이 덜 들어와요.pang pung eul seol chi haet tteo ni pa ra mi teol teu reo wa yo

We installed a windbreak, and now less wind comes in.

Illustration for 방풍 (windbreak)

More examples

등산할 때는 방풍복을 챙기는 것이 좋아요.teung san hal ttae neun pang pung bo geul chaeng gi neun keo si cho a yo

When hiking, it is a good idea to bring windproof clothing.

Core concept

A barrier, material, or feature that keeps wind from entering.

Common phrases

  • 방풍복pang pung bok

    windproof clothing

  • 방풍자켓pang pung ja ket

    windproof jacket

Similar words

바람막이parammagi: A cloth or board placed in a windy path weakens the moving air.
방풍막pangpungmak: A sheet spread across a space keeps wind from reaching the other side.
방풍필름pangpungpilleum: A thin vinyl film on a window helps keep out drafts and cold air.
방풍벽pangpungbyeok: A solid wall around a building or outdoor space shields it from wind.

Definition in Korean

바람이 들어오지 않게 막아 주는 재료나 시설 또는 그런 기능pa ra mi teu reo o ji an ke ma ga chu neun chae ryo na si seol tto neun keu reon ki neung

Word origin

The Sino-Korean compound combines the ideas of preventing and wind, so its basic meaning is something that blocks wind.

Usage tips

  • English windbreak often suggests trees or a fence, but this Korean word also covers building materials and equipment that stop drafts.

Opposites

Related words

  • 방풍복pangpungbokwindproof clothingnoun
  • 방풍자켓pangpungjaketwindproof jacketnoun

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