Korean Dictionary
How to say "Dust Storm" in Korean
“Dust Storm” in Korean is 먼지폭풍 (pronounced "meonjipokpung").
먼지폭풍
meonjipokpung
Usage & Context
A severe weather event with strong winds carrying dust. Dust storms occur in Korea, particularly in spring. Air quality becomes poor during dust storms.
Example Sentence
먼지폭풍이 불어서 외출이 위험해요.
Going outside is dangerous because of the dust storm.
How to use 먼지폭풍 naturally
Quick answer
The Korean word for “Dust Storm” is 먼지폭풍, romanized as meonjipokpung.
Usage tip
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Common mistake
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Pronunciation Guide
The first part, 'meon-ji', sounds like 'mun-jee' (as in 'money' + 'jee'). The second part, 'pok-pung', sounds like 'poke-poong' (as in 'poke' + 'poong' like 'moon' but with a 'p'). The stress is on 'meon' and 'pok'.
More Example Sentences
Advising someone about spring weather precautions.
봄철에는 먼지폭풍이 자주 발생해서 마스크를 꼭 써야 해요.
Dust storms often occur in spring, so you must wear a mask.
Complaining about cleaning after a dust storm.
어제 먼지폭풍 때문에 창문이 온통 흙투성이였어요.
Because of yesterday's dust storm, the windows were completely covered in dirt.
Hearing a weather report on TV or radio.
기상청에서 먼지폭풍 예보를 발표했어요.
The meteorological agency announced a dust storm forecast.
Cultural Context
While not as common as fine dust (미세먼지), dust storms, especially '황사' (hwangsa, yellow dust from China/Mongolia), are a significant concern in spring in Korea. People often wear masks, and air purifiers become essential. '먼지폭풍' specifically refers to a more intense, localized dust storm, whereas '황사' is the broader phenomenon of yellow dust affecting air quality.
Editorial note
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Reviewed by Min-jung Park, Korean Language Teacher. Updated May 31, 2026. See our editorial standards.
Common Phrases
먼지폭풍이 불다
A dust storm blows
먼지폭풍 경보
Dust storm warning
먼지폭풍 주의보
Dust storm advisory
Related Expressions
황사
hwangsa
yellow dust (from China/Mongolia)
미세먼지
misemeonji
fine dust (air pollution)
모래폭풍
moraepokpung
sandstorm
강풍
gangpung
strong wind
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