Autumn Vocabulary (가을) and Fun Facts about Autumn in South Korea!

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by KookiesAndCream2002

by KookiesAndCream2002

Short vocabulary for autumn!!

Autumn = 가을 = ga-eul

Did you know? Gaeul is also a commonly used girl name in korea!

Leaf/leaves = 잎 = ip

Did you know? The k-pop group BTS has a song called "Autumn Leaves", try listening for this word. It's a difficult challenge, because it is only mentioned ONCE. If that is too easy, then listen for how many times they say 가을. No cheating!!

Halloween = 할로윈 = hal-lo-ween

Did you know? Halloween is not traditionally celebrated as widely or with the same customs as in Western countries.

Sweater = 스웨터 = seu-we-teo

Did you know? Sweaters hold a significant place in South Korea, not just as functional clothing but also as fashion statements that reflect trends and cultural preferences.

Pumpkin = 호박 = ho-bak

Did you know? While Halloween is not traditionally a Korean holiday, pumpkins have become associated with it due to global cultural influences.

Chilly day = 쌀쌀한 날 = ssal-ssal-han nal

Did you know? In the beginning of the autumn season, the temperature is still hot in South Korea. However as the season progresses, the weather gets chilly much like other countries.

I hope you learned more about South Korea and the Korean language!