How to say “Kite Flying” in Korean

Usage & Context

연날리기 is a traditional Korean pastime especially popular during 정월대보름 when kites called 연 are flown and then released to carry away bad luck. Korean traditional kites have unique rectangular shapes with a hole in the center that makes them exceptionally stable. The practice of cutting the kite string and letting it fly away symbolizes releasing misfortune.

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