Korean Dictionary
How to say "Wind Power" in Korean
“Wind Power” in Korean is 풍력 발전 (pronounced "pungnyeok baljeon").
풍력 발전
pungnyeok baljeon
Usage & Context
Wind power generates electricity using wind turbines. South Korea has wind farms on its coastlines and in mountainous regions. Wind power is part of Korea effort to diversify its energy sources.
Example Sentence
풍력 발전으로 전기를 생산해요.
Electricity is produced through wind power.
How to use 풍력 발전 naturally
Quick answer
The Korean word for “Wind Power” is 풍력 발전, romanized as pungnyeok baljeon.
Usage tip
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Common mistake
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Pronunciation Guide
풍 (pung) sounds like 'poong' as in 'moon' but with a 'p'. 력 (nyeok) sounds like 'nyuhk', a quick sound similar to 'yuck' but with an 'n'. 발 (bal) sounds like 'bahl' as in 'ball' but with a shorter 'a'. 전 (jeon) sounds like 'jun' as in 'fun' but with a 'j'. Combine: 'poong-nyuhk bahl-jun'. The 'nyeok' syllable is the most challenging, aim for a quick, light sound.
More Example Sentences
Describing a regional characteristic or tourist attraction.
제주도에는 풍력 발전소가 많이 있어요.
There are many wind power plants on Jeju Island.
Explaining the optimal conditions for wind power.
풍력 발전은 바람이 강한 지역에 적합해요.
Wind power generation is suitable for areas with strong winds.
A discussion about advanced renewable energy technologies.
해상 풍력 발전은 미래 에너지의 중요한 부분입니다.
Offshore wind power generation is an important part of future energy.
Cultural Context
풍력 발전 (pungnyeok baljeon) is another prominent renewable energy source in Korea, especially visible in coastal areas, islands (like Jeju), and mountainous regions where wind conditions are favorable. Large wind farms are often subjects of both admiration for their clean energy potential and debate regarding their visual impact on landscapes and potential effects on local ecosystems. The term is commonly used in discussions about national energy policy, environmental conservation, and regional development projects, with offshore wind power being a growing area of investment.
Editorial note
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Reviewed by Min-jung Park, Korean Language Teacher. Updated May 31, 2026. See our editorial standards.
Common Phrases
풍력 발전소
Wind power plant
풍력 발전 단지
Wind farm
풍력 발전 시스템
Wind power system
Related Expressions
풍력 터빈
pungnyeok teobin
Wind turbine
해상 풍력
haesang pungnyeok
Offshore wind power
태양광 발전
taeyanggwang baljeon
Solar photovoltaic power generation
지열 발전
jiyeol baljeon
Geothermal power generation
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