Korean Dictionary
How to say "Feng shui (Korean)" in Korean
“Feng shui (Korean)” in Korean is 풍수 (pronounced "Pungsu").
풍수
Pungsu
Usage & Context
Feng shui is a Chinese practice of arranging spaces for harmony. Korean feng shui has adapted these principles to Korean contexts and is widely practiced.
Example Sentence
풍수를 믿습니다.
I believe in feng shui.
How to use 풍수 naturally
Quick answer
The Korean word for “Feng shui (Korean)” is 풍수, romanized as Pungsu.
Usage tip
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Common mistake
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Pronunciation Guide
The word "풍수" (Pungsu) sounds like "poong-soo". '풍' (pung) is like 'poong' in "typhoon", with an aspirated 'p' sound. '수' (su) is like 'soo' in "soon".
More Example Sentences
Discussing traditional beliefs in construction and planning.
한국에서는 집을 지을 때 풍수를 중요하게 생각해요.
In Korea, people consider feng shui important when building a house.
Describing a favorable location for a home or grave.
이곳은 풍수지리적으로 아주 좋은 명당입니다.
This place is an excellent site according to feng shui principles.
Explaining a common belief about the practice.
풍수를 잘 알면 복을 부를 수 있다고 믿습니다.
People believe that understanding feng shui can bring good fortune.
Cultural Context
"풍수" (Pungsu) is the Korean term for Feng Shui, literally meaning "wind and water." It's a traditional practice of geomancy, deeply rooted in Korean culture, especially when choosing sites for homes, graves, or even entire cities. Many Koreans still consult pungsu experts for important decisions, believing it influences fortune, health, and prosperity. The concept of "명당" (myeongdang), a propitious site, is central to pungsu, often associated with natural landscapes like mountains and rivers.
Editorial note
We review entries like 풍수 for pronunciation, example sentence fit, and learner mistakes so the page answers more than a direct dictionary lookup.
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Common Phrases
풍수를 보다
To consult feng shui (expert)
풍수가 좋다
The feng shui is good
풍수 전문가
Feng shui expert
Related Expressions
풍수지리
pungsujiri
Geomancy, feng shui (full term)
명당
myeongdang
Auspicious site (in feng shui)
배산임수
baesan imsu
Backed by mountains, facing water (ideal feng shui location)
운명
unmyeong
Fate, destiny (related concept)
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