Korean Dictionary
How to say "Wind Direction" in Korean
“Wind Direction” in Korean is 풍향 (pronounced "punghyang").
풍향
punghyang
Usage & Context
The direction from which wind is blowing. Wind direction affects weather patterns in Korea. Important for sailors and outdoor enthusiasts.
Example Sentence
풍향이 북쪽에서 불어요.
The wind is blowing from the north.
How to use 풍향 naturally
Quick answer
The Korean word for “Wind Direction” is 풍향, romanized as punghyang.
Usage tip
Learn this word together with a complete Korean sentence. Meaning often depends on particles, politeness level, and word order.
Common mistake
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Pronunciation Guide
풍향 (punghyang) is pronounced 'poong' like the 'oo' in 'moon' with an 'ng' sound, followed by 'hyang' which sounds like 'hee-ang' or 'hang' with a 'y' sound before the 'a'.
More Example Sentences
Checking a weather forecast in the morning.
오늘 풍향은 북서풍이래요. 좀 쌀쌀할 거예요.
They say today's wind direction is northwest. It'll be a bit chilly.
Noticing a sudden change in weather during the day.
풍향이 바뀌면서 날씨가 갑자기 추워졌어요.
As the wind direction changed, the weather suddenly got colder.
Discussing sailing techniques or navigation.
배를 조종하려면 풍향을 잘 읽어야 해요.
To steer a boat, you need to read the wind direction well.
Cultural Context
Wind direction is often discussed in relation to seasonal changes and specific weather phenomena in Korea. For instance, cold northwesterly winds bring harsh winters, while southerly winds bring warmer temperatures. It's also important in traditional agricultural practices and for understanding the spread of things like fine dust or pollen.
Editorial note
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Reviewed by Min-jung Park, Korean Language Teacher. Updated May 31, 2026. See our editorial standards.
Common Phrases
풍향이 바뀌다
Wind direction changes.
풍향계
wind vane
바람의 방향
direction of the wind (more general)
Related Expressions
동풍
dongpung
east wind
서풍
seopung
west wind
남풍
nampung
south wind
북풍
bukpung
north wind
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