sky

This is the 8344th most frequent Korean word.


sky

The Korean word for "sky" is "하늘" (haneul).


In this sentence, '하늘' refers to the physical sky in the atmosphere, describing its state of being clear.

하늘은 맑아서 기분이 좋아요.

The sky is clear, so I feel good.


Here, '하늘' is used metaphorically to indicate height and aspirations, symbolizing high goals or ambitions.

하늘처럼 높은 이상을 가지세요.

Have aspirations as high as the sky.


'하늘' in this sentence refers to the physical space above in which planes can navigate during war.

전쟁 중에 하늘에 많은 비행기가 날아다녔습니다.

During the war, many planes flew in the sky.