koinfo.
EN

Korean life dictionary

22 short guides to words and manners

Seasons & weather

황사

hwangsa · Yellow dust

Mostly in spring.

What it feels likeDust blown from deserts in China and Mongolia makes the sky hazy and yellowish.

What to wearA KF-rated mask on dusty days; glasses can help with dry eyes.

DoCheck the forecast, keep windows closed, wash up after coming home.

Examples

  • 오늘 황사 심하대요.

    oneul hwangsa simhadaeyo.

    They say the yellow dust is bad today.

  • 마스크 꼭 챙겨.

    maseukeu kkok chaenggyeo.

    Make sure to bring a mask.

Log in to post it to a channel
Your Korean nameA real Korean name that sounds like yoursMy name in HangulHow to write your name in Korean lettersKorean age calculatorYour three Korean agesKorean holidaysPublic holidays — offices, banks and immigration closedK-quizzesFour quick quizzes about Korea