Korean

폭풍우
Meaning: storm; rainstorm; blizzard
Part of Speech: Noun

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Handwriting

暴
風
雨

Example sentences

A fierce storm raged last night, so I couldn't sleep well.
폭풍우가 치는 밤에 산적들이 마을을 습격했다.
On a stormy night, bandits attacked the village.
폭풍우 때문에 텐트가 갈기갈기 찢겼다.
The tent was torn to shreds because of the storm.
폭풍우 때문에 비행기가 해변에 불시착했다.
The plane made an emergency landing on the beach because of the storm.
폭풍우 때문에 바다가 거칠어졌다
The sea became rough due to the storm.
폭풍우 속에서도 배는 멈추지 않고 전진을 계속했다.
Even in the storm, the ship continued its advance without stopping.
배가 폭풍우를 피해 새로운 항로를 택했다.
The ship took a new route to avoid the storm.

Usage Notes

A heavy rain accompanied by strong winds. Can also metaphorically mean severe hardships or crises.

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