Korean Dictionary
How to say "Cloudy Sky" in Korean
“Cloudy Sky” in Korean is 흐린 하늘 (pronounced "Heurin Haneul").
흐린 하늘
Heurin Haneul
Usage & Context
흐린 하늘 describes an overcast sky with thick clouds blocking sunlight. In Korean mood vocabulary, a 흐린 날 (cloudy day) is often associated with melancholy or a quiet, reflective mood. Many Korean songs and poems reference cloudy skies as emotional backdrops.
Example Sentence
흐린 하늘을 보면 왠지 기분이 가라앉아요.
Looking at a cloudy sky somehow makes me feel down.
How to use 흐린 하늘 naturally
Quick answer
The Korean word for “Cloudy Sky” is 흐린 하늘, romanized as Heurin Haneul.
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Common mistake
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Pronunciation Guide
흐린 (Heurin) is pronounced 'hoo-rin,' with 'hoo' having a slightly tighter, unrounded vowel sound, and 'rin' like 'rinse.' 하늘 (Haneul) is pronounced 'hah-nuhl,' with 'nuhl' rhyming with 'null' but with a lighter 'l' sound. The 'ㅎ' (h) sound is a soft aspiration.
More Example Sentences
Enjoying a quiet moment, appreciating the mood of the weather.
흐린 하늘 아래서 커피 한 잔 마시니 운치 있네요.
Drinking a cup of coffee under a cloudy sky feels atmospheric.
Observing the weather change and predicting rain.
아침부터 흐린 하늘이더니 결국 비가 오네요.
It's been a cloudy sky since morning, and eventually, it's raining.
Commenting on the quality of photos taken on an overcast day.
흐린 하늘 때문에 사진이 좀 어둡게 나왔어요.
The photos came out a bit dark because of the cloudy sky.
Cultural Context
While 맑은 날 (sunny day) is celebrated, 흐린 하늘 often evokes a more melancholic or reflective mood in Korean culture. It's a common backdrop in K-dramas for scenes of introspection or sadness, and many Korean ballads (발라드) use imagery of cloudy skies to convey deep emotions. It's also a practical concern for outdoor activities, as a 흐린 하늘 often precedes rain, prompting people to carry umbrellas.
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Common Phrases
흐린 하늘 아래
Under a cloudy sky
흐린 하늘을 보다
To look at a cloudy sky
흐린 하늘에 비가 오다
It rains under a cloudy sky
Related Expressions
흐린 날
Heurin Nal
Cloudy day
먹구름
Meokgureum
Dark clouds (storm clouds)
맑은 하늘
Malgeun Haneul
Clear sky (antonym)
구름이 많다
Gureumi Manta
There are many clouds
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