Korean Dictionary
How to say "Glass facade" in Korean
“Glass facade” in Korean is 유리 외벽 (pronounced "Yuri oebyek").
유리 외벽
Yuri oebyek
Usage & Context
Exterior wall made of glass. Common in modern office buildings.
Example Sentence
현대 건물들은 유리 외벽을 많이 사용해요.
Modern buildings often use glass facades.
How to use 유리 외벽 naturally
Quick answer
The Korean word for “Glass facade” is 유리 외벽, romanized as Yuri oebyek.
Usage tip
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Common mistake
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Pronunciation Guide
Pronounce 'Yu-ri' like 'yoo-ree'. 'Oe' is a diphthong similar to the 'we' in 'wet', but with rounded lips, then 'byek' like 'by-eck'. The 'oe' sound is tricky; think of a quick 'w' sound followed by 'eh'.
More Example Sentences
Admiring urban architecture.
그 빌딩의 유리 외벽은 도시의 스카이라인을 더욱 빛나게 해요.
That building's glass facade makes the city's skyline shine even brighter.
Discussing building maintenance.
유리 외벽 청소는 전문 업체에 맡겨야 해요.
Cleaning glass facades should be left to professional companies.
Pointing out a disadvantage of glass facades.
여름에는 유리 외벽 때문에 실내가 더 더워질 수 있어요.
In summer, the interior can get hotter because of the glass facade.
Cultural Context
유리 외벽 (yuri oebyek) is a common sight in modern Korean cities, especially in business districts like Gangnam or Yeouido in Seoul. These sleek, reflective surfaces are characteristic of contemporary high-rise buildings, symbolizing modernity and progress. While aesthetically pleasing, they also bring practical considerations regarding insulation (keeping heat in during winter, out during summer) and the significant challenge of maintenance, particularly cleaning, which often requires specialized equipment and teams.
Editorial note
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Reviewed by Min-jung Park, Korean Language Teacher. Updated May 31, 2026. See our editorial standards.
Common Phrases
유리 외벽 건물
glass facade building
유리 외벽 청소
glass facade cleaning
통유리 외벽
full glass facade
Related Expressions
외벽
oebyek
exterior wall
유리창
yurichang
glass window
커튼월
keoteonweol
curtain wall (very similar concept)
건물 외관
geonmul oegwan
building exterior/appearance
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