Korean Dictionary
How to say "Dam" in Korean
“Dam” in Korean is 댐 (pronounced "daem").
댐
daem
Usage & Context
Dams control water flow for electricity generation, flood control, and water supply. Korea has several major dams including the Soyang Dam. Dams also have environmental impacts such as altering river ecosystems.
Example Sentence
댐은 홍수를 예방하고 전기를 만들어요.
Dams prevent floods and generate electricity.
How to use 댐 naturally
Quick answer
The Korean word for “Dam” is 댐, romanized as daem.
Usage tip
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Common mistake
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Pronunciation Guide
The pronunciation of 댐 (daem) is straightforward, sounding exactly like the English word 'dam'. The '대' (dae) part is like 'day', and the 'ㅁ' (m) adds the 'm' sound at the end.
More Example Sentences
Discussing major infrastructure in Korea.
소양강댐은 한국에서 가장 큰 댐 중 하나예요.
Soyanggang Dam is one of the largest dams in Korea.
Talking about the environmental impact of human development.
댐 건설로 인해 강 생태계가 많이 변했어요.
Due to dam construction, the river ecosystem has changed a lot.
Reporting on a current environmental issue.
가뭄 때문에 댐 수위가 많이 낮아졌어요.
Because of the drought, the dam's water level has dropped significantly.
Cultural Context
In Korea, major dams like Soyang Dam (소양강댐) and Chungju Dam (충주댐) are iconic symbols of industrial development and flood control. While they have been crucial for providing water and electricity, their environmental impact, especially on river ecosystems and fish migration, is a growing concern. Discussions often arise about balancing economic development with ecological preservation, reflecting a shift in public awareness.
Editorial note
We review entries like 댐 for pronunciation, example sentence fit, and learner mistakes so the page answers more than a direct dictionary lookup.
Reviewed by Min-jung Park, Korean Language Teacher. Updated May 31, 2026. See our editorial standards.
Common Phrases
댐을 건설하다
to build a dam
댐 수위
dam water level
댐 방류
dam discharge
Related Expressions
물
mul
water
전기
jeongi
electricity
홍수
hongsu
flood
강
gang
river
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