Korean · Nature, Animals & Weather
"Sky" in Korean: 하늘
하늘haneul
Sky in Korean is 하늘 (haneul). 하늘 is the Korean noun for sky; 에 대해 introduces this as a discussion topic; it is a noun rather than a descriptive predicate.
An everyday statement
하늘이 정말 파래요.haneuri jeongmal paraeyo.
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How to pronounce 하늘
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haneul
/hanɯl/
하늘 (haneul) has 2 Hangul syllables. The final ㄹ in 하늘 is l-like; before a vowel it can link as a brief tapped r.
"Sky" in Korean: quick reference
| Korean | English | When to use |
|---|---|---|
| 하늘haneul | Sky Basic dictionary noun. | Basic dictionary noun. |
| 맑은 하늘malgeun haneul | clear sky A useful combination with 하늘. | A useful combination with 하늘. |
| 하늘을haneureul | Sky (as an object) Use 을 when 하늘 is the object of an action. | Use 을 when 하늘 is the object of an action. |
How to use 하늘 in real life
- 1An everyday statement
하늘이 정말 파래요.
haneuri jeongmal paraeyo.
The sky is really blue.
This sentence uses 하늘 in the sky sense.
- 2A different situation
밤에 하늘을 봤어요.
bame haneureul bwasseoyo.
I looked at the sky at night.
This sentence uses 하늘 in the sky sense.
- 3A useful question or update
하늘에 별이 있어요.
haneure byeori isseoyo.
There are stars in the sky.
This sentence uses 하늘 in the sky sense.
Mistakes English speakers make with 하늘
Incorrect: 하늘가 정말 파래요.
Correct: 하늘이 정말 파래요.
When practicing sky, use the correct particle or copula after 하늘; the final sound determines whether a linking consonant is needed.
Incorrect: 하늘예요.
Correct: 하늘이에요.
When practicing sky, when identifying something as 하늘, use 하늘이에요. The linking 이 follows a consonant-final noun.
Good to know
하늘 is the Korean noun for sky; 에 대해 introduces this as a discussion topic; it is a noun rather than a descriptive predicate. The combination 맑은 하늘 (malgeun haneul) means clear sky.
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Tutor-led nature and animals study exercise: two sentences with 하늘
Partner
이 표현을 사용해서 한 문장 말해 볼까요?
i pyohyeoneul sayonghaeseo han munjang malhae bolkkayo?
Shall we say a sentence using this expression?
You
하늘이 정말 파래요.
haneuri jeongmal paraeyo.
The sky is really blue.
Partner
좋아요. 다른 문장으로도 연습해 볼까요?
joayo. dareun munjangeurodo yeonseupae bolkkayo?
Good. Shall we practice with another sentence too?
You
밤에 하늘을 봤어요.
bame haneureul bwasseoyo.
I looked at the sky at night.
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FAQ
Common questions about "Sky" in Korean
What does 하늘 mean in Korean?
Sky in Korean is 하늘 (haneul). 하늘 is the Korean noun for sky; 에 대해 introduces this as a discussion topic; it is a noun rather than a descriptive predicate.
How do I use 맑은 하늘?
맑은 하늘 (malgeun haneul) means clear sky. 하늘 is the Korean noun for sky; 에 대해 introduces this as a discussion topic; it is a noun rather than a descriptive predicate.
Which object particle goes after 하늘?
The object form is 하늘을 because 하늘 ends in a consonant.
How is 하늘 pronounced?
하늘 (haneul) has 2 Hangul syllables. The final ㄹ in 하늘 is l-like; before a vowel it can link as a brief tapped r.
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