Korean Dictionary
How to say "Windshield" in Korean
“Windshield” in Korean is 앞유리 (pronounced "ap yuri").
앞유리
ap yuri
Usage & Context
앞유리 is the front glass panel of a Korean vehicle providing forward visibility for the driver. Korean traffic law prohibits any objects or tinting on the 앞유리 that obstruct the driver view. Heated 앞유리 defrosting systems are popular in Korean cars given the cold winter climate.
Example Sentence
겨울에 앞유리가 얼어서 성에를 제거해야 했어요.
In winter the windshield froze so I had to remove the frost.
How to use 앞유리 naturally
Quick answer
The Korean word for “Windshield” is 앞유리, romanized as ap yuri.
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Common mistake
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Pronunciation Guide
앞 (ap) sounds like 'ahp' as in 'top' but with a slightly softer 'p' that almost stops short. 유 (yu) sounds like 'yoo' as in 'you'. 리 (ri) sounds like 'ree' as in 'tree' but with a light, quick 'r' sound, similar to the 'r' in 'very'. The stress is on the first syllable, 'ap'.
More Example Sentences
Reporting damage to a car.
앞유리에 금이 갔어요.
There's a crack on the windshield.
Describing an action while driving in rain.
비가 와서 앞유리 와이퍼를 켰어요.
It's raining, so I turned on the windshield wipers.
Realizing a car maintenance task is due.
앞유리 세정액 좀 채워야겠어.
I need to refill the windshield washer fluid.
Cultural Context
In Korea, especially during winter, it's common to see cars with special covers on their 앞유리 to prevent frost or snow buildup overnight. Also, many car washes offer '앞유리 발수 코팅' (windshield water-repellent coating) services, which are popular for improving visibility during heavy rain, a frequent occurrence during the summer monsoon season.
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Common Phrases
앞유리 닦아주세요.
Please clean the windshield.
앞유리 교체해야겠어요.
I need to replace the windshield.
앞유리 성에 제거.
Windshield frost removal.
Related Expressions
뒷유리
dwit yuri
Rear window
창문
changmun
Window (general)
와이퍼
waipeo
Wiper
유리
yuri
Glass
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