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"Cloud" in Korean: 구름
구름gureum
Cloud in Korean is 구름 (gureum). 구름 is the Korean noun for cloud; 에 대해 introduces this as a discussion topic; it is a noun rather than a descriptive predicate.
An everyday statement
구름이 많아요.gureumi manhayo.
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How to pronounce 구름
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gureum
/kuɾɯm/
구름 (gureum) has 2 Hangul syllables. 구름 ends with a nasal m sound. Keep that ending when reading the noun alone.
"Cloud" in Korean: quick reference
| Korean | English | When to use |
|---|---|---|
| 구름gureum | Cloud Basic dictionary noun. | Basic dictionary noun. |
| 구름에 대한 질문gureume daehan jilmun | question about cloud A useful combination with 구름. | A useful combination with 구름. |
| 구름을gureumeul | Cloud (as an object) Use 을 when 구름 is the object of an action. | Use 을 when 구름 is the object of an action. |
How to use 구름 in real life
- 1An everyday statement
구름이 많아요.
gureumi manhayo.
There are many clouds.
This sentence uses 구름 in the cloud sense.
- 2A different situation
구름이 하늘을 덮었어요.
gureumi haneureul deopeosseoyo.
Clouds covered the sky.
This sentence uses 구름 in the cloud sense.
- 3A useful question or update
저 구름은 하얘요.
jeo gureumeun hayaeyo.
That cloud is white.
This sentence uses 구름 in the cloud sense.
Mistakes English speakers make with 구름
Incorrect: 구름가 많아요.
Correct: 구름이 많아요.
When practicing cloud, use the correct particle or copula after 구름; the final sound determines whether a linking consonant is needed.
Incorrect: 구름예요.
Correct: 구름이에요.
When practicing cloud, when identifying something as 구름, use 구름이에요. The linking 이 follows a consonant-final noun.
Good to know
구름 is the Korean noun for cloud; 에 대해 introduces this as a discussion topic; it is a noun rather than a descriptive predicate. The combination 구름에 대한 질문 (gureume daehan jilmun) means question about cloud.
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Tutor-led nature and animals study exercise: two sentences with 구름
Partner
이 표현을 사용해서 한 문장 말해 볼까요?
i pyohyeoneul sayonghaeseo han munjang malhae bolkkayo?
Shall we say a sentence using this expression?
You
구름이 많아요.
gureumi manhayo.
There are many clouds.
Partner
좋아요. 다른 문장으로도 연습해 볼까요?
joayo. dareun munjangeurodo yeonseupae bolkkayo?
Good. Shall we practice with another sentence too?
You
구름이 하늘을 덮었어요.
gureumi haneureul deopeosseoyo.
Clouds covered the sky.
This is a sample dialogue for reading aloud. Try both parts, then replace a detail with one from your own life.
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FAQ
Common questions about "Cloud" in Korean
What does 구름 mean in Korean?
Cloud in Korean is 구름 (gureum). 구름 is the Korean noun for cloud; 에 대해 introduces this as a discussion topic; it is a noun rather than a descriptive predicate.
How do I use 구름에 대한 질문?
구름에 대한 질문 (gureume daehan jilmun) means question about cloud. 구름 is the Korean noun for cloud; 에 대해 introduces this as a discussion topic; it is a noun rather than a descriptive predicate.
Which object particle goes after 구름?
The object form is 구름을 because 구름 ends in a consonant.
How is 구름 pronounced?
구름 (gureum) has 2 Hangul syllables. 구름 ends with a nasal m sound. Keep that ending when reading the noun alone.
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