Korean Dictionary
How to say "Light Pollution" in Korean
“Light Pollution” in Korean is 빛 공해 (pronounced "bit gonghae").
빛 공해
bit gonghae
Usage & Context
Light pollution from excessive artificial lighting obscures the night sky. In Korean cities, light pollution makes it hard to see stars. Astronomers and nature lovers advocate for reducing light pollution in Korea.
Example Sentence
도시에서는 빛 공해 때문에 별을 보기 어려워요.
It is hard to see stars in the city because of light pollution.
How to use 빛 공해 naturally
Quick answer
The Korean word for “Light Pollution” is 빛 공해, romanized as bit gonghae.
Usage tip
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Common mistake
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Pronunciation Guide
'빛' (bit) is pronounced like the English word 'bit', but with a very short, unreleased 't' sound at the end. '공해' (gonghae) is pronounced 'gong-heh', similar to the '공해' in '소음 공해'. The stress is fairly even across the syllables.
More Example Sentences
A personal observation about the brightness of a city at night.
밤에 너무 밝아서 빛 공해가 심하다고 느꼈어요.
It was so bright at night that I felt the light pollution was severe.
Discussing the difficulty of stargazing in urban areas.
빛 공해 때문에 별똥별 보기가 힘들어요.
It's hard to see shooting stars because of light pollution.
Advocating for local government action on environmental issues.
빛 공해 방지 조례가 필요합니다.
An ordinance to prevent light pollution is needed.
Cultural Context
Korean cities are known for their vibrant, brightly lit nightscapes, often seen as a symbol of modernity and energy. However, this also contributes to significant light pollution, making it difficult to observe stars. There's a growing awareness and movement, especially among nature enthusiasts and astronomers, to mitigate light pollution and designate 'dark sky parks' (별빛 보호 구역).
Editorial note
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Reviewed by Min-jung Park, Korean Language Teacher. Updated May 31, 2026. See our editorial standards.
Common Phrases
빛 공해가 심하다
Light pollution is severe
빛 공해를 줄이다
To reduce light pollution
빛 공해 문제
Light pollution problem
Related Expressions
빛
bit
Light
공해
gonghae
Pollution
야경
yagyeong
Night view/nightscape
별 보기
byeol bogi
Stargazing
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