Korean Dictionary
How to say "Erosion" in Korean
“Erosion” in Korean is 침식 (pronounced "chimsik").
침식
chimsik
Usage & Context
Erosion is the wearing away of land surfaces by water, wind, or ice. Korean mountain slopes are susceptible to erosion, especially after heavy rainfall. Erosion prevention measures include slope planting and terracing.
Example Sentence
침식으로 토양이 손실돼요.
Soil is lost through erosion.
How to use 침식 naturally
Quick answer
The Korean word for “Erosion” is 침식, romanized as chimsik.
Usage tip
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Common mistake
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Pronunciation Guide
침 (chim) sounds like 'chim' as in 'chimney' without the 'ney'. 식 (sik) sounds like 'sick'. The two syllables are pronounced clearly and evenly: 'chim-sik'.
More Example Sentences
Reporting on natural disasters after a storm.
집중 호우로 인해 산사태와 침식이 발생했어요.
Landslides and erosion occurred due to heavy rainfall.
Discussing the impacts of climate change.
해안 침식은 해수면 상승과 관련이 깊습니다.
Coastal erosion is deeply related to rising sea levels.
Giving advice on environmental conservation.
토양 침식을 막기 위해 나무를 심어야 해요.
We need to plant trees to prevent soil erosion.
Cultural Context
Korea's mountainous terrain and distinct seasonal heavy rains (장마) make erosion a relevant topic, especially concerning landslides (산사태) and agricultural land loss. You might encounter discussions about '침식' in news reports after typhoons or prolonged rainy seasons, or in documentaries about geological features. While primarily a scientific term, its impact is often felt in rural communities.
Editorial note
We review entries like 침식 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
침식 작용
erosive action
토양 침식
soil erosion
해안 침식
coastal erosion
Related Expressions
토양 유실
toyang yusil
soil loss
산사태
sansatae
landslide
풍화 작용
punghwa jagyong
weathering (geological)
지질학
jijilhwa
geology
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