Korean Dictionary
How to say "Snow" in Korean
“Snow” in Korean is 눈 (pronounced "Nun").
눈
Nun
Usage & Context
Snowfall in Korea, which 눈 also means 'eyes' — requiring context to differentiate. First snow (첫눈, cheonnun) carries romantic significance in Korean culture — meeting your loved one on the first snowfall of the year is considered special. Winter landscapes with snow attract both domestic and foreign tourists.
Example Sentence
올해 첫눈이 왔어요! 같이 눈사람 만들어요.
The first snow of this year came! Let's make a snowman together.
How to use 눈 naturally
Quick answer
The Korean word for “Snow” is 눈, romanized as Nun.
Usage tip
Learn this word together with a complete Korean sentence. Meaning often depends on particles, politeness level, and word order.
Common mistake
Do not rely only on the English meaning. Read the Korean example sentence and notice the particles, word order, and politeness level around 눈.
Pronunciation Guide
Pronounce it as "Nun." It sounds exactly like "noon" in English. It's a single syllable. Be aware that '눈' also means 'eye' in Korean, so context is crucial for understanding.
More Example Sentences
Romantic superstition.
첫눈 오는 날 만나면 사랑이 이루어진대요.
They say if you meet on the first snow, love will come true.
Winter activities.
아이들이 눈사람을 만들며 신나게 놀아요.
The children are happily playing, making a snowman.
Warning about road conditions.
눈이 많이 와서 길이 미끄러우니 조심하세요.
It snowed a lot, so the roads are slippery; please be careful.
Cultural Context
'눈' (snow) is often associated with romance and beauty in Korea, especially the '첫눈' (cheonnun, first snow). It's a common trope in K-dramas for significant romantic moments to occur during the first snowfall. People often make wishes or plans to meet loved ones on this day. While beautiful, heavy snow can also cause traffic issues, leading to news reports about '대설주의보' (daeseoljuuibo, heavy snow advisory).
Editorial note
We review entries like 눈 for pronunciation, example sentence fit, and learner mistakes so the page answers more than a direct dictionary lookup.
Reviewed by Min-jung Park, Korean Language Teacher. Updated May 31, 2026. See our editorial standards.
Common Phrases
눈이 와요.
It's snowing.
눈이 쌓였어요.
Snow has accumulated.
눈 오는 날
Snowy day
Related Expressions
비
Bi
Rain (related weather phenomenon)
첫눈
Cheonnun
First snow of the season
눈사람
Nunsaram
Snowman
눈보라
Nunbora
Snowstorm, blizzard
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