Korean Dictionary
How to say "Heating" in Korean
“Heating” in Korean is 난방 (pronounced "nanbang").
난방
nanbang
Usage & Context
The system used to warm buildings during cold weather. Heating is essential in Korean homes during winter. Most buildings have central heating systems.
Example Sentence
난방을 켜야 해요.
You need to turn on the heating.
How to use 난방 naturally
Quick answer
The Korean word for “Heating” is 난방, romanized as nanbang.
Usage tip
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Common mistake
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Pronunciation Guide
난방 (nanbang): "Nan" sounds like "nahn" (as in "non" but with an 'ah' sound). "Bang" sounds like "bahng" (rhymes with "song" but with a 'b'). The stress is on the first syllable, "nan."
More Example Sentences
Someone complaining about utility costs.
겨울에는 난방비가 너무 많이 나와요.
In winter, heating bills are too high.
Explaining Korean housing features to a foreigner.
한국 집들은 대부분 바닥 난방이에요.
Most Korean houses have underfloor heating.
Someone feeling uncomfortable due to excessive heating.
난방을 너무 세게 틀었더니 건조하네요.
I turned the heating up too high, so it's dry.
Cultural Context
난방 (nanbang) is a crucial aspect of Korean homes, especially during the cold winters. The most common form is "온돌" (ondol), a traditional underfloor heating system, which is still widely used and appreciated for its warmth and comfort. Many apartments and houses have central heating that warms the floor. Discussions about "난방비" (heating costs) are common during winter, and people often adjust their thermostats carefully to save energy.
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Common Phrases
난방 좀 켜주세요.
Please turn on the heating.
난방이 잘 안 돼요.
The heating isn't working well.
난방 온도를 올리다/내리다.
To raise/lower the heating temperature.
Related Expressions
온돌
ondol
Traditional underfloor heating
난방비
nanbangbi
Heating cost/bill
보일러
boilleo
Boiler (often used to refer to the heating system control)
따뜻하다
ttatteuthada
To be warm
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