Korean Dictionary
How to say "Cold Snap" in Korean
“Cold Snap” in Korean is 한파 (pronounced "hanpa").
한파
hanpa
Usage & Context
A sudden period of extremely cold weather. Cold snaps in Korea occur during winter and can be dangerous. Cold alerts are issued during severe cold snaps.
Example Sentence
한파 경보가 발령되었어요.
A cold snap warning has been issued.
How to use 한파 naturally
Quick answer
The Korean word for “Cold Snap” is 한파, romanized as hanpa.
Usage tip
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Common mistake
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Pronunciation Guide
The 'han' sounds like 'hahn' in 'hand'. The 'pa' sounds like 'pah' in 'papa'. Put it together: 'hahn-pah'.
More Example Sentences
Warning a friend about upcoming severe weather.
이번 주말에 한파가 온대요. 옷 따뜻하게 입으세요.
They say a cold snap is coming this weekend. Dress warmly.
Explaining damage caused by extreme cold weather.
한파 때문에 수도관이 얼어서 터졌어요.
The water pipes froze and burst because of the cold snap.
Reporting on the agricultural impact of a cold snap.
갑작스러운 한파로 농작물 피해가 컸어요.
Crop damage was severe due to the sudden cold snap.
Cultural Context
'한파' is a significant winter concern in Korea. When a '한파 경보' (cold snap warning) is issued, it's a serious matter, often leading to public health advisories, especially for the elderly and homeless. Koreans take these warnings seriously, bundling up in thick padded coats (패딩) and using heating pads (핫팩). News reports frequently cover the lowest temperatures and related incidents during a 한파.
Editorial note
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Common Phrases
한파 경보
cold snap warning
한파 특보
cold snap special report/advisory
한파 주의보
cold snap advisory
Related Expressions
추위
chuiwi
coldness
강추위
gangchuiwi
severe cold
폭설
pokseol
heavy snowfall
이상 저온
isang jeo-on
abnormally low temperature
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