Korean Dictionary
How to say “Sky Lantern” in Korean
풍등
pungdeung
IntermediateHolidays & Festivals
Usage & Context
풍등 are paper sky lanterns lit and released into the night sky during Korean festivals as wishes are made. They are especially popular during events near beaches and during 정월대보름 celebrations. The sight of dozens of glowing 풍등 floating upward has become an iconic image of Korean festival culture.
Example Sentence
하늘로 올라가는 풍등에 소원을 담았어요.
I put my wish into the sky lantern rising into the heavens.
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