Korean Dictionary
How to say "Ozone Layer" in Korean
“Ozone Layer” in Korean is 오존층 (pronounced "ojonchung").
오존층
ojonchung
Usage & Context
The ozone layer protects Earth from harmful ultraviolet radiation. Damage to the ozone layer is caused by certain chemicals. Korea participates in international agreements to protect the ozone layer.
Example Sentence
오존층이 파괴되면 자외선이 강해져요.
When the ozone layer is damaged, ultraviolet radiation intensifies.
How to use 오존층 naturally
Quick answer
The Korean word for “Ozone Layer” is 오존층, romanized as ojonchung.
Usage tip
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Common mistake
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Pronunciation Guide
오존층 (ojonchung) is pronounced 'oh-john-choong'. '오' (o) sounds like 'oh' in English. '존' (jon) is like 'john'. '층' (chung) is pronounced like 'choong' in 'choong-choong' (a sound effect for a heavy step), with a strong 'ch' sound and the 'ng' as in 'sing'.
More Example Sentences
Discussing environmental issues in a science class.
오존층 파괴는 지구 온난화의 주요 원인 중 하나예요.
Ozone layer depletion is one of the main causes of global warming.
Sharing environmental facts with a friend.
프레온 가스가 오존층을 파괴한다는 사실을 알고 계셨나요?
Did you know that CFCs (Freon gas) destroy the ozone layer?
Brainstorming solutions for environmental protection.
오존층 보호를 위해 우리는 어떤 노력을 해야 할까요?
What efforts should we make to protect the ozone layer?
Cultural Context
While the ozone layer isn't a daily topic in casual Korean conversation, environmental awareness is growing. News reports often cover global efforts and the impact of climate change, including the ozone layer's role. Educational programs and public campaigns in Korea emphasize the importance of reducing harmful emissions to protect the environment, which implicitly includes the ozone layer.
Editorial note
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Reviewed by Min-jung Park, Korean Language Teacher. Updated May 31, 2026. See our editorial standards.
Common Phrases
오존층 파괴
ozone layer depletion
오존층 보호
ozone layer protection
오존층이 얇아지다
the ozone layer gets thinner
Related Expressions
자외선
jaoeseon
ultraviolet rays
지구 온난화
jigu onnan화
global warming
환경 보호
hwangyeong boho
environmental protection
프레온 가스
peureon gaseu
CFCs (Freon gas)
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