Korean word

여름

Pronunciation

Romanizationyeoreum

Meaning

  • nounsummer

Example

여름에는 날씨가 더워요.yeo reu me neun nal ssi ga teo wo yo

The weather is hot in summer.

Illustration for 여름 (summer)

More examples

여름휴가로 바다에 가요.yeo reum hyu ga ro pa da e ka yo

I go to the beach for summer vacation.

Core concept

The hot, humid season that comes once each year.

Common phrases

  • 여름휴가yeo reum hyu ga

    summer vacation

  • 여름옷yeo reu mot

    summer clothes

  • 여름철yeo reum cheol

    summertime

Similar words

여름철yeoreumcheol: The full summer period, covering its weather and usual seasonal activities.
한여름hanyeoreum: The middle of summer, when the heat is often at its strongest.
무더위mudeowi: Oppressive, humid heat that leaves sweat slow to dry.

Definition in Korean

한 해 중 기온과 습도가 높아 더운 시기.han hae chung ki on gwa seup tto ga no pa teo un si gi

Word origin

The word is a native Korean name for a season, although its deeper origin is uncertain.

Usage tips

  • Connecting 여름 (yeoreum, "summer") with vacation plans helps learners talk about activities during the hot season.

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