Korean Dictionary
How to say "Window" in Korean
“Window” in Korean is 창문 (pronounced "changmun").
창문
changmun
Usage & Context
A window is an opening in a wall for light and air. The term 창문 is commonly used in Korean homes. Most Korean apartments have windows with security bars.
Example Sentence
창문을 열어서 환기해요.
I open the window for ventilation.
How to use 창문 naturally
Quick answer
The Korean word for “Window” is 창문, romanized as changmun.
Usage tip
Practice this word inside a full daily-life sentence, because particles and sentence endings make the Korean sound natural.
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 창문.
Pronunciation Guide
Pronounce 'chang' like the 'ch' in 'chair' followed by 'ang' as in 'sang'. 'mun' sounds exactly like the English word 'moon'.
More Example Sentences
Asking a friend or family member to close a window.
창문 좀 닫아줄래? 추워.
Can you close the window? It's cold.
Describing a room's features to someone.
이 방은 창문이 커서 밝아요.
This room is bright because the window is big.
Observing the weather from indoors.
창문 밖으로 비가 오네요.
It's raining outside the window.
Cultural Context
In older Korean apartments or ground-floor units, it's common to see security bars (방범창, bangbeomchang) on windows for safety. Modern apartments often feature large, double-paned windows for better insulation and soundproofing. Characters in K-dramas are frequently shown looking out of 창문, contemplating or observing.
Editorial note
We review entries like 창문 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
창문을 열다
to open the window
창문을 닫다
to close the window
창문 닦기
window cleaning
Related Expressions
창
chang
window (shorter form, often in compounds)
창가
changga
windowsill, window side
창밖
changbak
outside the window
유리창
yurichang
glass window pane
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