Korean Dictionary
How to say "Cooling" in Korean
“Cooling” in Korean is 냉방 (pronounced "naengbang").
냉방
naengbang
Usage & Context
The system used to cool buildings during hot weather. Cooling is essential in Korean homes during summer. Air conditioning is widely used.
Example Sentence
냉방을 켜야 해요.
You need to turn on the cooling.
How to use 냉방 naturally
Quick answer
The Korean word for “Cooling” is 냉방, romanized as naengbang.
Usage tip
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Common mistake
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Pronunciation Guide
냉방 (naengbang): "Naeng" sounds like "nay-ng" (rhymes with "rang" but with an 'n' and 'ay' sound). "Bang" sounds like "bahng" (rhymes with "song" but with a 'b'). The stress is on the first syllable, "naeng."
More Example Sentences
Someone expressing how hot it is in summer.
여름에는 냉방 없이는 못 살아요.
In summer, I can't live without cooling.
A warning about getting sick from too much air conditioning.
냉방병 조심하세요.
Be careful of 'cooling sickness' (air conditioner sickness).
An energy-saving tip or a health recommendation.
냉방 온도를 너무 낮추지 마세요.
Don't lower the cooling temperature too much.
Cultural Context
냉방 (naengbang) is essential during Korea's hot and humid summers. While "에어컨" (air conditioner) is the primary means of cooling, "냉방" refers to the general act or system of cooling. The term "냉방병" (naengbangbyeong), or "cooling sickness," is a common concept, referring to symptoms like headaches, stuffy nose, and fatigue caused by prolonged exposure to cold air conditioning or drastic temperature changes between indoors and outdoors.
Editorial note
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Reviewed by Min-jung Park, Korean Language Teacher. Updated May 31, 2026. See our editorial standards.
Common Phrases
냉방 좀 틀어주세요.
Please turn on the cooling.
냉방이 너무 세요.
The cooling is too strong.
냉방 온도를 조절하다.
To adjust the cooling temperature.
Related Expressions
에어컨
eaikon
Air conditioner
선풍기
seonpunggi
Electric fan
냉방병
naengbangbyeong
Cooling sickness (air conditioner sickness)
시원하다
siwonhada
To be cool/refreshing
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