풀밭
풀밭 في 30 ثانية
- 풀밭 (pul-bat) means a grassy field or meadow, combining the Korean words for 'grass' and 'field.'
- It is used to describe natural, uncultivated green spaces, distinct from manicured lawns or agricultural crop fields.
- Commonly associated with picnics, animals grazing, and peaceful rural scenery in Korean culture and literature.
- Key verbs used with this noun include sitting, lying down, running, and spreading out across the landscape.
The Korean word 풀밭 (pul-bat) is a compound noun that translates literally to 'grass field.' It is formed by combining the word 풀 (pul), meaning 'grass' or 'herb,' with 밭 (bat), which typically refers to a 'field' or 'farm plot' used for cultivation. However, when these two are joined, the meaning shifts from a strictly agricultural context to a more general descriptive one, referring to any area of land where grass grows naturally and abundantly. It is the quintessential word for a meadow, a grassy patch, or a green clearing in the countryside. Unlike the more formal or large-scale term 초원 (chowon), which evokes images of vast prairies or steppes, 풀밭 feels more intimate and local, like the patch of green behind a house or a clearing found while hiking in the mountains.
- Visual Image
- A vibrant, untamed green space where the wind rustles through tall blades of grass, often dotted with small wild flowers.
- Usage Context
- Used when describing picnics, children playing, animals grazing, or the general natural landscape in rural Korea.
우리는 시원한 풀밭에 앉아 도시락을 먹었다. (We sat on the cool grassy field and ate our lunch boxes.)
In Korean culture, 풀밭 often carries a nostalgic or romantic connotation. It represents a break from the dense urban environment of cities like Seoul. When people talk about 'running through a field,' they use this word to emphasize the tactile sensation of the grass. It is important to distinguish it from 잔디밭 (jandibat), which specifically refers to a 'lawn'—the kind of manicured, short grass you find in a stadium, a golf course, or a formal park. While you might play soccer on a 잔디밭, you might go looking for grasshoppers or wild strawberries in a 풀밭. The latter implies a degree of wildness and natural growth that the former does not. This distinction is crucial for learners who want to sound more natural when describing their surroundings.
강아지가 풀밭에서 신나게 뛰어놀고 있어요. (The puppy is happily running around in the grassy field.)
- Emotional Tone
- Peaceful, rustic, refreshing, and sometimes evocative of childhood innocence.
Furthermore, 풀밭 is used extensively in literature and song lyrics to create a pastoral atmosphere. It evokes the 'Scent of Spring' (봄 내음) and the vitality of nature. Because Korea is a mountainous country, these flat or sloping grassy areas are cherished spots for relaxation. In historical contexts, a 풀밭 might have been the place where cattle were taken to graze, adding a layer of traditional agricultural life to the word's resonance. Even in modern times, visiting a 풀밭 is seen as a way to 'heal' (힐링) from the stresses of work. It is a word that connects the speaker to the earth and the simplicity of the natural world.
산 너머에 넓은 풀밭이 펼쳐져 있었다. (A wide grassy field was spread out beyond the mountain.)
Using 풀밭 correctly involves understanding its relationship with various verbs and particles. Since it is a location, it most frequently appears with the location particles -에 (at/to) and -에서 (at/in - for actions). For example, if you are simply sitting there, you would use 풀밭에 앉다. If you are actively running or playing, 풀밭에서 뛰놀다 is more appropriate. The word is often modified by adjectives like 푸른 (green/blue-ish), 넓은 (wide), or 폭신한 (soft/cushiony), which help paint a vivid picture for the listener.
- Common Verb Pairings
- 눕다 (to lie down), 앉다 (to sit), 뛰다 (to run), 가로지르다 (to cross/traverse), 펼쳐지다 (to spread out/unfold).
아이들은 풀밭을 가로질러 숲으로 달려갔다. (The children ran across the grassy field into the forest.)
When describing a scene, 풀밭 can be the subject of the sentence. For instance, 'The grassy field was beautiful' would be 풀밭이 아름다웠다. It can also be used in more complex constructions to describe the state of the grass itself, such as 풀밭에 이슬이 맺혀 있다 (Dew is formed on the grassy field). This highlights the word's utility in both simple daily conversation and more descriptive, evocative writing. For intermediate learners (B1), mastering the use of 풀밭 signifies an ability to move beyond basic nouns like 'park' (공원) or 'mountain' (산) toward more specific environmental vocabulary.
폭신한 풀밭에 누워 하늘을 바라보았다. (I lay down on the soft grassy field and looked at the sky.)
In a metaphorical sense, 풀밭 can occasionally appear in idioms or poetic expressions to signify a place of growth or a starting point, though this is less common than its literal usage. More often, it is used to contrast with the 'concrete jungle' of the city. For example, 도시의 시멘트 바닥 대신 폭신한 풀밭을 걷고 싶다 (I want to walk on a soft grassy field instead of the cement floors of the city). This usage emphasizes the tactile and sensory appeal of the word, which is a key aspect of how native speakers perceive it.
- Sentence Structure Example
- [Adjective] + [풀밭] + [Particle] + [Action Verb].
예: 푸른 풀밭에서 소들이 풀을 뜯고 있다. (Cows are grazing on the green grassy field.)
마을 뒤편에는 아이들이 놀기 좋은 작은 풀밭이 있다. (There is a small grassy field behind the village where it's good for children to play.)
You are likely to encounter the word 풀밭 in various media and real-life situations. In Korea, where hiking and outdoor activities are national pastimes, you will hear hikers using this word to describe the clearings they find along trails. It is also a staple in children's songs (동요), where the imagery of animals like rabbits or butterflies in a 풀밭 is used to teach kids about nature and colors. If you watch Korean dramas set in the countryside (like 'Hometown Cha-Cha-Cha' or 'When the Camellia Blooms'), characters often meet or have pivotal conversations while sitting in a 풀밭, using it as a scenic backdrop that heightens the emotional resonance of the scene.
- Media Examples
- Documentaries about the Jeju Island countryside, animated films like 'Leafie, A Hen into the Wild,' and nature-themed variety shows.
영화 속 주인공들이 풀밭에 앉아 미래를 약속했다. (The protagonists in the movie sat on a grassy field and promised their future.)
In news reports or environmental documentaries, 풀밭 might be discussed in the context of biodiversity or urban planning—specifically, the creation of 'green zones' in cities. You might hear a reporter say, 도시 한복판에 시민들을 위한 작은 풀밭이 조성되었습니다 (A small grassy field has been created in the middle of the city for citizens). Furthermore, in the context of camping, which has exploded in popularity in Korea, people often search for 'campsites with grassy fields' (풀밭 캠핑장) to avoid the dust of gravel or dirt lots. Hearing this word in such a context implies a desire for a more 'natural' and aesthetically pleasing camping experience.
뉴스에서 봄철 풀밭에서의 야외 활동 시 주의를 당부했다. (The news urged caution during outdoor activities in grassy fields during spring.)
Finally, the word is ubiquitous in literature, particularly in the 'Pastoral' genre of Korean poetry. It is used to symbolize peace, the cycle of life, and the beauty of the Korean landscape. When a poet writes about 풀밭, they are often inviting the reader to imagine the smell of the earth and the sound of the wind. Even in everyday speech, if someone says, 'I want to go to a grassy field,' it’s understood as a poetic way of saying they need a vacation or a break from their busy life. It is a word that carries the weight of the Korean people's historical connection to the land.
- Frequency
- High in descriptive contexts; moderate in daily urban conversation.
그의 소설은 고향의 넓은 풀밭에 대한 묘사로 시작된다. (His novel begins with a description of the wide grassy fields of his hometown.)
The most common mistake English speakers make when using 풀밭 is confusing it with other 'field' related words. In English, the word 'field' can mean a place for crops, a place for sports, or a place for grass. In Korean, these are all different words. If you use 밭 (bat) alone to mean a 'meadow,' a Korean person will likely assume you are talking about a vegetable garden or a farm plot (like a pepper field or a potato field). You must include the 풀 (pul) to specify that it is a grassy area. Conversely, if you are talking about a rice field, you must use 논 (non), not 풀밭.
- Mistake: Using '밭' for Meadow
- Incorrect: 밭에 누워요. (Sounds like: I am lying in a vegetable patch.)
Correct: 풀밭에 누워요. (I am lying in a grassy field.)
고추 밭과 풀밭은 엄연히 다르다. (A chili field and a grassy field are strictly different.)
Another frequent error is the confusion between 풀밭 and 잔디밭 (jandibat). As mentioned earlier, 잔디 (jandi) is specifically 'turf' or 'lawn grass.' If you are at a soccer stadium or a very well-kept garden in a palace (like Gyeongbokgung), calling it a 풀밭 might sound a bit disparaging, as if you are saying the grass is overgrown and wild. Use 잔디밭 for manicured areas and 풀밭 for natural, un-mowed areas. Additionally, don't confuse it with 숲 (sup), which is a 'forest' or 'woods.' A 풀밭 is open and sunny, while a 숲 is filled with trees and shade.
축구장은 잔디밭이지, 풀밭이 아니에요. (A soccer field is a lawn, not a grassy field.)
Lastly, be careful with the pronunciation. The 'ㄹ' in 풀 and the 'ㅂ' in 밭 can be tricky for beginners. Ensure the 'l' sound is clear before moving to the 'b' sound. Some learners accidentally say 불밭 (bul-bat), which would mean 'field of fire'—a very different and much scarier image! Always remember that the aspirated 'p' in 풀 (grass) is essential. Mispronouncing it can lead to confusion, especially in spoken contexts where context might not be immediately obvious.
- Pronunciation Tip
- Focus on the puff of air for 'ㅍ' (p) in '풀'. It should sound distinct from 'ㅂ' (b).
발음할 때 '풀밭'과 '불밭'을 혼동하지 마세요. (Don't confuse 'pul-bat' and 'bul-bat' when pronouncing.)
While 풀밭 is a very common and useful word, there are several alternatives depending on the size, purpose, and poetic intent of your sentence. Understanding these nuances will help you reach a B2 or C1 level of fluency. The most common synonym is 들판 (deulpan), which means 'plain' or 'open field.' While a 풀밭 can be small, a 들판 suggests a much larger, vast area of land, often used in the context of agriculture or geography. If you are looking for a word that describes a massive prairie like those in the American Midwest or the Mongolian steppes, 초원 (chowon) is the best choice.
- Comparison: 풀밭 vs. 초원
- 풀밭: Small to medium, intimate, natural grassy area.
초원: Vast, large-scale, geographical grassland/prairie.
몽골의 넓은 초원은 풀밭과는 규모가 다르다. (The vast grasslands of Mongolia are different in scale from a grassy field.)
For a more technical or agricultural context, you might use 목초지 (mokchoji), which means 'pasture' or 'meadow for grazing.' This word is specifically used when talking about farming and livestock. If you are describing a clearing in the woods, you could use 공터 (gongteo), which means 'empty lot' or 'open space,' though this doesn't necessarily imply that there is grass. If the area is specifically for flowers, you would use 꽃밭 (kkotbat), meaning 'flower bed' or 'flower field.' This word follows the same 'noun + 밭' structure as 풀밭, making it easy to remember.
그녀는 풀밭 사이에서 예쁜 꽃밭을 발견했다. (She discovered a beautiful flower field amidst the grassy fields.)
In poetic or archaic settings, you might encounter 청초 (cheongcho), which refers to 'green grass' or 'fresh grass,' though it is rarely used as a standalone noun for 'field' in modern speech. When choosing between these words, consider the scale and the human element. Is it a place for cows (목초지)? Is it a place for a massive army to gather (들판)? Or is it a place for a child to hide and play? If it's the latter, 풀밭 is your most natural and effective choice. By varying your vocabulary, you can convey much more specific imagery to your Korean interlocutors.
- Summary of Alternatives
- 들판 (Plain), 초원 (Grassland/Prairie), 잔디밭 (Lawn), 목초지 (Pasture), 꽃밭 (Flower field).
우리는 들판을 지나 작은 풀밭에 도착했다. (We passed the plains and arrived at a small grassy field.)
How Formal Is It?
حقيقة ممتعة
The word '밭' originally referred to any specific area of land for a purpose, not just agriculture. That's why we have '바다밭' (sea field/fishing ground) and '풀밭'.
دليل النطق
- Pronouncing '풀' like '불' (bul), which means fire.
- Releasing the final 't' sound in '밭' (it should be stopped).
- Confusing the 'ㄹ' sound with an English 'r'.
- Not aspirating the 'ㅍ' enough.
- Pronouncing '밭' as 'bat' with an English 'æ' sound.
مستوى الصعوبة
Easy to recognize as it is a compound of two basic nouns.
Requires correct spelling of the patch '밭' (final consonant ㅌ).
Pronunciation of 'ㄹ' followed by 'ㅂ' requires practice for smooth transition.
Clear sound, but can be confused with '불밭' if not careful.
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Noun + 에서 (Location of Action)
풀밭에서 놀아요.
Noun + 에 (Direction/Static Location)
풀밭에 앉아요.
Compound Nouns (Noun + Noun)
풀 + 밭 = 풀밭
Descriptive Adjectives (Adj + Noun)
푸른 풀밭
Final Consonant 'ㅌ' Pronunciation
밭 [받], 밭이 [바치]
أمثلة حسب المستوى
여기는 넓은 풀밭이에요.
This is a wide grassy field.
Simple sentence with '이에요' (to be).
풀밭에 꽃이 있어요.
There are flowers in the grassy field.
Using '에' for location and '있어요' for existence.
우리는 풀밭에 가요.
We are going to the grassy field.
Using '에 가요' to indicate destination.
풀밭은 초록색이에요.
The grassy field is green.
Describing a noun with a color.
토끼가 풀밭에 있어요.
A rabbit is in the grassy field.
Subject '토끼' with location '풀밭'.
저기 풀밭을 보세요.
Look at that grassy field over there.
Using the object particle '을' with the verb '보세요'.
풀밭이 참 예뻐요.
The grassy field is very pretty.
Using the adjective '예뻐요' with the subject particle '이'.
풀밭에서 놀아요.
Let's play in the grassy field.
Using '에서' for the location of an action.
아이들이 풀밭에서 공놀이를 해요.
Children are playing ball in the grassy field.
Action verb '공놀이를 해요' with location '에서'.
우리는 풀밭 위에 앉았어요.
We sat on top of the grassy field.
Using '위에' (on top of) for more specificity.
나비가 풀밭 위를 날아다녀요.
Butterflies are flying over the grassy field.
Verb '날아다녀요' (to fly around).
풀밭에는 벌레가 많아요.
There are many bugs in the grassy field.
Using '에는' to emphasize the location.
시원한 풀밭에서 쉬고 싶어요.
I want to rest in a cool grassy field.
Adjective '시원한' (cool) modifying '풀밭'.
풀밭을 지나서 산으로 올라가요.
Pass the grassy field and go up the mountain.
Using '지나서' (passing/after passing).
강아지가 풀밭을 뛰어다녀요.
The puppy is running around the grassy field.
Object particle '을' with '뛰어다녀요'.
어제 풀밭에서 소풍을 했어요.
I had a picnic in the grassy field yesterday.
Past tense '했어요' with location '에서'.
학교 뒤에 있는 작은 풀밭에서 점심을 먹었어요.
I ate lunch in the small grassy field behind the school.
Relative clause '학교 뒤에 있는' modifying '풀밭'.
폭신한 풀밭에 누우니 기분이 정말 좋네요.
Lying on the soft grassy field, I feel really good.
Using '-(으)니' to show reason/discovery.
풀밭 사이로 작은 길 하나가 나 있어요.
A small path runs through the grassy field.
Using '사이로' (through/between).
비가 온 뒤라 풀밭이 아주 싱그럽습니다.
Since it rained, the grassy field is very fresh.
Using '-(이)라' for cause/reason.
풀밭에서 길을 잃지 않도록 조심하세요.
Be careful not to get lost in the grassy field.
Negative command '-지 않도록 조심하세요'.
염소들이 한가롭게 풀밭에서 풀을 뜯고 있어요.
Goats are leisurely grazing in the grassy field.
Adverb '한가롭게' (leisurely) and progressive '-고 있다'.
이 풀밭은 가을이 되면 황금색으로 변해요.
This grassy field turns golden when autumn comes.
Conditional '-면' and '-(으)로 변하다' (change into).
우리는 풀밭에 앉아 해가 지는 것을 구경했다.
We sat on the grassy field and watched the sun set.
Noun clause '-는 것' with the verb '구경했다'.
끝없이 펼쳐진 풀밭을 보니 마음이 탁 트이는 것 같다.
Looking at the endlessly spreading grassy field, I feel refreshed.
Compound verb '펼쳐진' and expression '마음이 탁 트이다'.
어린 시절 나는 동네 풀밭에서 메뚜기를 잡으며 놀곤 했다.
In my childhood, I used to play catching grasshoppers in the neighborhood grassy field.
Habitual expression '-곤 했다'.
도심 속의 풀밭은 지친 현대인들에게 휴식처가 되어 준다.
Grassy fields in the city center serve as a resting place for weary modern people.
Noun '휴식처' (resting place) with '되어 주다' (to become/serve as).
풀밭에 핀 이름 모를 들꽃들이 바람에 흔들리고 있었다.
Unknown wild flowers blooming in the grassy field were swaying in the wind.
Relative clause '이름 모를' (unknown/nameless).
그는 풀밭을 가로질러 달려오는 강아지를 반갑게 맞이했다.
He happily greeted the puppy running across the grassy field.
Verb '가로지르다' (to cross) and '맞이하다' (to greet/welcome).
안개 낀 새벽의 풀밭은 마치 꿈속의 풍경처럼 신비로웠다.
The foggy dawn grassy field was as mysterious as a landscape in a dream.
Simile '마치 ...처럼' (just like).
풀밭에 돗자리를 깔고 누워 밤하늘의 별을 헤아려 보았다.
I spread a mat on the grassy field, lay down, and tried counting the stars in the night sky.
Auxiliary verb '-어 보다' (to try/experience).
정부는 도시 재생 사업의 일환으로 버려진 땅을 풀밭으로 조성했다.
As part of the urban regeneration project, the government turned abandoned land into a grassy field.
Formal expression '일환으로' (as part of).
작가는 풀밭이라는 공간을 통해 인간 본연의 순수함을 상징적으로 드러냈다.
The author symbolically revealed innate human innocence through the space of the grassy field.
Expression '-(이)라는' (called/known as) and '드러내다' (reveal).
무성하게 자란 풀밭은 오랫동안 사람의 발길이 닿지 않았음을 짐작게 했다.
The overgown grassy field suggested that no one had set foot there for a long time.
Causative contraction '-게 하다' (make/let) and '짐작하다' (guess/surmise).
풀밭에 맺힌 영롱한 아침 이슬이 햇살을 받아 보석처럼 빛났다.
The brilliant morning dew on the grassy field sparkled like jewels in the sunlight.
Descriptive adjective '영롱한' (brilliant/lucid).
생태계 복원을 위해 농경지를 다시 자연 상태의 풀밭으로 되돌리는 작업이 진행 중이다.
To restore the ecosystem, work is underway to return farmland back to its natural state of grassy fields.
Noun '복원' (restoration) and '진행 중' (in progress).
풀밭 깊숙이 숨어 있는 곤충들의 울음소리가 여름밤의 정취를 더했다.
The cries of insects hidden deep in the grassy field added to the mood of the summer night.
Adverb '깊숙이' (deeply) and noun '정취' (mood/atmosphere).
그녀는 풀밭 위를 걷는 감촉이 마치 구름 위를 걷는 듯하다고 회상했다.
She recalled that the sensation of walking on the grassy field was like walking on clouds.
Quotation '-고 회상했다' and simile '-는 듯하다'.
풀밭의 식생을 조사한 결과, 수십 종의 자생 식물이 발견되어 학계의 관심을 끌었다.
As a result of investigating the vegetation of the grassy field, dozens of native plant species were discovered, attracting academic interest.
Compound noun '자생 식물' (native plants) and '관심을 끌다' (attract interest).
거친 바람에도 굴하지 않고 다시 일어서는 풀밭의 생명력은 경이롭기까지 하다.
The vitality of the grassy field, which rises again without yielding to harsh winds, is even wondrous.
Expression '-기까지 하다' (even/to the extent of).
현대 문명의 이기 속에서 잊혀 가는 풀밭의 소박한 아름다움을 재조명할 필요가 있다.
There is a need to re-examine the simple beauty of grassy fields, which are being forgotten amidst the conveniences of modern civilization.
Formal noun '이기' (convenience/tool) and '재조명하다' (re-examine/highlight again).
대지의 품과도 같은 넓은 풀밭은 모든 생명을 포용하는 넉넉함을 지니고 있다.
The wide grassy field, like the embrace of the earth, possesses a generosity that embraces all life.
Metaphorical '대지의 품' (embrace of the earth).
시인은 풀밭을 단순히 자연의 일부가 아닌, 고난을 이겨내는 민초들의 삶에 투영시켰다.
The poet projected the grassy field not simply as a part of nature, but onto the lives of the common people who overcome hardships.
Verb '투영시키다' (to project) and noun '민초' (the common people/grassroots).
풀밭의 소멸은 단순한 녹지의 상실을 넘어, 인간과 자연의 정서적 유대감이 끊어짐을 의미한다.
The disappearance of grassy fields signifies more than just the loss of green space; it means the breaking of the emotional bond between humans and nature.
Expression '-을 넘어' (beyond) and '유대감' (bond/solidarity).
계절의 순환에 따라 옷을 갈아입는 풀밭의 변화무쌍한 모습은 대자연의 섭리를 보여준다.
The ever-changing appearance of the grassy field, which changes clothes according to the cycle of seasons, shows the providence of Mother Nature.
Idiomatic '옷을 갈아입다' (change clothes/appearance) and '섭리' (providence).
풀밭에 스며든 햇살과 바람의 조화는 그 어떤 인공적인 예술 작품보다도 숭고한 미를 자아낸다.
The harmony of sunlight and wind permeated into the grassy field creates a beauty more sublime than any artificial work of art.
Verb '자아내다' (to evoke/create) and adjective '숭고한' (sublime).
우리는 풀밭이 제공하는 생태적 가치와 심미적 기능을 보존하기 위해 다각적인 노력을 기울여야 한다.
We must make multifaceted efforts to preserve the ecological value and aesthetic functions provided by grassy fields.
Adjective '다각적인' (multifaceted) and '노력을 기울이다' (devote effort).
황폐해진 땅에 풀밭이 형성되는 과정은 생명의 복원력이 얼마나 위대한지를 여실히 증명한다.
The process of a grassy field forming on devastated land clearly proves how great the resilience of life is.
Adverb '여실히' (clearly/vividly) and noun '복원력' (resilience).
تلازمات شائعة
العبارات الشائعة
— A picnic in a grassy field. It implies a very natural and rustic setting.
이번 주말에 풀밭 소풍 가자.
— Lunch on the grass. Often used to describe a romantic or peaceful meal.
풀밭 위의 점심은 정말 낭만적이었어.
— To wander through a grassy field. Can be literal or metaphorical for being lost.
그는 안개 낀 풀밭을 헤맸다.
— To be abandoned in a field. Often used in sad stories or news.
버려진 상자가 풀밭에 놓여 있었다.
— To tend to or maintain a grassy area. Less common than '잔디를 깎다'.
할아버지는 집 뒤 풀밭을 가꾸신다.
— To hide in the grass. Common in children's games or nature descriptions.
꿩이 풀밭에 숨어 있다.
— The grass in the field is thick and overgrown.
여름이라 풀밭이 아주 무성하네.
— To step on the grass. Sometimes used in 'do not step on grass' signs.
부드러운 풀밭을 밟는 느낌이 좋아.
— Dew formed on the grassy field. A very common poetic image.
풀밭에 맺힌 이슬이 반짝인다.
— The scent of a grassy field, usually associated with freshness.
풀밭의 향기가 코끝을 스친다.
يُخلط عادةً مع
잔디밭 is a manicured lawn; 풀밭 is wild grass.
꽃밭 is a flower field; 풀밭 is primarily grass.
들판 is a wider plain, often used for crops or vast areas.
تعبيرات اصطلاحية
— Finding a needle in a grassy field. Used to describe a nearly impossible task.
그 넓은 곳에서 반지를 찾는 건 풀밭에 바늘 찾기야.
Common— Lying on the grass and looking at the sky. Idiomatic for taking a break or being carefree.
가끔은 풀밭에 누워 하늘 보기도 필요해.
Neutral— Like a grasshopper in a field. Refers to someone jumping around or being very active.
그는 풀밭의 메뚜기처럼 여기저기 돌아다닌다.
Informal— To turn a grassy field into a farm. Metaphorical for starting something from scratch.
그들은 황폐한 풀밭을 일구어 마을을 만들었다.
Literary— A flower blooming in a grassy field. Refers to something beautiful in a plain environment.
그녀는 삭막한 교실에서 풀밭에 핀 꽃 같았다.
Poetic— A lion in the grass. Refers to a hidden danger or a powerful person in waiting.
그는 풀밭의 사자처럼 기회를 엿보고 있다.
Literary— To cross a field. Can imply overcoming a simple but long obstacle.
힘든 시기라는 풀밭을 거의 다 건너왔다.
Metaphorical— To disappear like dew on the grass. Used to describe something fleeting or short-lived.
그의 명성은 풀밭의 이슬처럼 사라졌다.
Poetic— To roll around in the grass. Idiomatic for playing without care or being idle.
주말 내내 풀밭에서 뒹굴고 싶다.
Informal— To push through the grass. Metaphorical for making one's way through difficulties.
우리는 무성한 풀밭을 헤치고 앞으로 나아갔다.
Neutralسهل الخلط
Similar pronunciation.
불밭 means a field of fire or a very hot place. 풀밭 means a grassy field.
여기는 풀밭이지 불밭이 아니에요.
Similar pronunciation.
Not a standard word, but sounds like 'field of horns.'
N/A
Both are nature locations.
숲 is a forest with trees; 풀밭 is an open area with grass.
숲을 지나니 풀밭이 나왔다.
Both are types of fields.
논 is specifically a flooded rice paddy.
농부는 논에서 일하고 소는 풀밭에서 쉰다.
It's a component of the word.
밭 usually implies a vegetable or crop field.
고추밭 옆에 작은 풀밭이 있다.
أنماط الجُمل
N(이/가) 있어요
풀밭이 있어요.
N(에서) V
풀밭에서 뛰어요.
Adj + N(에) V
넓은 풀밭에 앉았어요.
N(을) 지나서 V
풀밭을 지나서 가요.
N(처럼) Adj
풀밭처럼 부드러워요.
N(에) 누워 V
풀밭에 누워 자요.
N(이라는) N
풀밭이라는 공간.
N(을) 투영하다
풀밭에 삶을 투영하다.
عائلة الكلمة
الأسماء
الأفعال
الصفات
مرتبط
كيفية الاستخدام
Common in literature, songs, and nature-related daily speech.
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Using '밭' alone for a meadow.
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풀밭
'밭' usually means a farm field for crops like corn or beans.
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Saying '불밭' (bul-bat).
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풀밭 (pul-bat)
'불' means fire. You don't want to say you are sitting in a field of fire!
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Using '풀밭' for a golf course.
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잔디밭
Golf courses use specific '잔디' (turf), not wild '풀'.
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Spelling it as '풀받'.
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풀밭
The final consonant must be 'ㅌ'.
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Confusing '풀밭' with '숲'.
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풀밭
'숲' is a forest with trees. '풀밭' is an open area with grass.
نصائح
Wild vs. Tame
Always use '풀밭' for wild nature and '잔디밭' for places where humans cut the grass regularly.
Particle Choice
Use '에서' when you are doing something active like running, and '에' when you are just there or sitting.
Aspirate the P
Make sure to blow out a little air when saying '풀' (pul). It distinguishes it from '불' (bul/fire).
Spelling Check
The 'ㅌ' in '밭' is tricky. Remember it's the same 'ㅌ' as in '끝' (end) or '낱' (piece).
Nostalgia
Use this word when talking about your hometown or childhood to sound more sentimental.
Bugs
If you are talking about catching insects, '풀밭' is the perfect setting.
Ticks
In Korea, people are often warned about '진드기' (ticks) in the '풀밭' during spring.
Imagery
When you hear '풀밭', imagine the color #228B22 (Forest Green).
Scale
Use '풀밭' for a field you can walk across in a few minutes. Use '초원' for something that takes hours.
Picnics
The most common real-life use for learners is talking about where to have a picnic.
احفظها
وسيلة تذكّر
Imagine a POOL (풀) of green water, but instead of water, it's a field (밭) of grass you can jump into!
ربط بصري
Visualize a bright green meadow with a red picnic blanket in the middle. The green is the '풀' and the area is the '밭'.
Word Web
تحدٍّ
Try to use '풀밭' in a sentence describing your favorite place to relax outdoors.
أصل الكلمة
A native Korean compound noun. '풀' (pul) comes from Middle Korean '플' (phul), and '밭' (bat) comes from Middle Korean '받' (bath).
المعنى الأصلي: A place where grass grows.
Koreanicالسياق الثقافي
Be careful during spring and summer; '풀밭' are known locations for 'Tsutsugamushi' (scrub typhus) and ticks in Korea. It's a common health warning.
Similar to 'meadow' or 'grassy knoll,' but '풀밭' is used more commonly in daily speech than 'meadow' is in English.
تدرّب في الحياة الواقعية
سياقات واقعية
Picnics
- 풀밭에 돗자리를 깔아요.
- 풀밭에서 도시락을 먹어요.
- 풀밭이 폭신해요.
- 풀밭에 누워요.
Hiking
- 산 중턱에 풀밭이 있어요.
- 풀밭길을 따라 걸어요.
- 풀밭에서 잠시 쉬어가요.
- 풀밭이 아주 넓네요.
Children/Pets
- 강아지가 풀밭을 좋아해요.
- 아이들이 풀밭에서 뛰어요.
- 풀밭에 메뚜기가 있어요.
- 풀밭에서 숨바꼭질해요.
Photography
- 풀밭 배경이 예뻐요.
- 풀밭에서 사진 찍어요.
- 푸른 풀밭을 담고 싶어요.
- 풀밭에 빛이 잘 들어오네요.
Agriculture
- 소들이 풀밭에 있어요.
- 풀밭의 풀을 베어요.
- 이곳은 좋은 풀밭이에요.
- 풀밭을 목초지로 써요.
بدايات محادثة
"근처에 소풍 가기 좋은 풀밭이 어디예요? (Where is a good grassy field nearby for a picnic?)"
"풀밭에 누워서 하늘을 본 적이 있어요? (Have you ever lain in a grassy field and looked at the sky?)"
"어릴 때 풀밭에서 자주 놀았나요? (Did you play in grassy fields often when you were young?)"
"풀밭에서 가장 좋아하는 활동이 뭐예요? (What is your favorite activity in a grassy field?)"
"이 근처 풀밭에 꽃이 많이 폈네요, 그쵸? (There are many flowers in the grassy field nearby, right?)"
مواضيع للكتابة اليومية
오늘 본 풀밭의 풍경을 묘사해 보세요. (Describe the landscape of the grassy field you saw today.)
풀밭에 누웠을 때 어떤 기분이 드나요? (How do you feel when you lie down in a grassy field?)
도시의 건물들 사이에 작은 풀밭이 있다면 어떨까요? (What would it be like if there were a small grassy field between city buildings?)
내가 만약 넓은 풀밭을 가지고 있다면 무엇을 하고 싶나요? (If I had a wide grassy field, what would I want to do?)
풀밭과 관련된 가장 행복한 기억을 써 보세요. (Write about your happiest memory related to a grassy field.)
الأسئلة الشائعة
10 أسئلةNo, it's better to use '잔디밭' (lawn) or '축구장' (soccer field). '풀밭' implies wild, uneven grass which isn't suitable for soccer.
It is neutral. You can use it in both casual conversation and formal writing to describe a grassy area.
'풀밭' is usually smaller and more local. '초원' refers to vast grasslands like the Serengeti or the Great Plains.
In the context of '풀밭', yes, it usually implies green vegetation, though in autumn it might turn brown or yellow.
You should say '풀밭에 있어요' or '풀밭 속에 있어요' (if the grass is tall).
If the garden is mostly wild grass, yes. If it's a manicured garden, '정원' is better.
Yes, it often appears in lyrics to describe a peaceful or romantic setting.
Generally no, but if someone says their yard is a '풀밭', it might mean it's overgrown and needs weeding.
At the end of a sentence, it sounds like 't' (unreleased). If followed by '이', it sounds like 'ch'. If followed by '에', it sounds like 't'.
Yes, it's the natural habitat for many insects, rabbits, and grazing animals.
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Translate to Korean: 'I am playing in the grassy field.'
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Translate to Korean: 'The grassy field is very wide.'
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Translate to Korean: 'Let's sit on the grass.'
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Translate to Korean: 'I lay down on the soft grass.'
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Translate to Korean: 'There are many flowers in the field.'
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Translate to Korean: 'The puppy is running in the field.'
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Translate to Korean: 'I want to go to a green grassy field.'
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Translate to Korean: 'We had a picnic in the meadow.'
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Translate to Korean: 'The grass field turned golden in autumn.'
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Translate to Korean: 'Look at the butterflies over the field.'
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Translate to Korean: 'A small path runs through the grass.'
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Translate to Korean: 'The scent of the grass is fresh.'
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Translate to Korean: 'I like lying on the grass and looking at clouds.'
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Translate to Korean: 'Goats are grazing in the field.'
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Translate to Korean: 'The children ran across the field.'
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Translate to Korean: 'Morning dew is on the grass.'
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Translate to Korean: 'This field is a good place to rest.'
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Translate to Korean: 'The vast grassland spreads out before my eyes.'
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Translate to Korean: 'Don't enter the grassy field.'
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Translate to Korean: 'Nature's grassy field is beautiful.'
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Describe a '풀밭' you have visited before.
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Why do you think people like lying in a '풀밭'?
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What kind of animals can you find in a '풀밭'?
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Listen and identify the word: [풀밭]
Listen and choose the sentence: '풀밭에 누워요.'
Listen and choose the sentence: '풀밭에서 놀아요.'
Identify the number of syllables in '풀밭'.
Which word is spoken: [초원] or [풀밭]?
Listen for the particle: '풀밭에'
Listen for the particle: '풀밭에서'
Is the speaker happy or sad? '와! 정말 예쁜 풀밭이다!'
What animal is mentioned? '풀밭에 토끼가 있어요.'
What action is mentioned? '풀밭을 달려요.'
Listen and write: '넓은 풀밭'
Listen and write: '풀밭의 향기'
Which place is mentioned: [산], [풀밭], [바다]?
Listen and choose the correct meaning: '풀밭에 앉으세요.'
Identify the adjective: '푸른 풀밭'
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Summary
The word '풀밭' is your go-to term for a natural meadow or grassy clearing. Remember the difference: '밭' is for crops, '잔디밭' is for lawns, and '풀밭' is for wild, beautiful grass. Example: '풀밭에 누워 쉬자' (Let's lie in the grassy field and rest).
- 풀밭 (pul-bat) means a grassy field or meadow, combining the Korean words for 'grass' and 'field.'
- It is used to describe natural, uncultivated green spaces, distinct from manicured lawns or agricultural crop fields.
- Commonly associated with picnics, animals grazing, and peaceful rural scenery in Korean culture and literature.
- Key verbs used with this noun include sitting, lying down, running, and spreading out across the landscape.
Wild vs. Tame
Always use '풀밭' for wild nature and '잔디밭' for places where humans cut the grass regularly.
Particle Choice
Use '에서' when you are doing something active like running, and '에' when you are just there or sitting.
Aspirate the P
Make sure to blow out a little air when saying '풀' (pul). It distinguishes it from '불' (bul/fire).
Spelling Check
The 'ㅌ' in '밭' is tricky. Remember it's the same 'ㅌ' as in '끝' (end) or '낱' (piece).
مثال
아이들은 풀밭에서 뛰어놀았습니다.
محتوى ذو صلة
مزيد من كلمات nature
~에 대한
A2تعبير قواعدي يعني 'عن' أو 'بخصوص'.
~게
A2لاحقة تحول الصفات إلى ظروف، مشابهة لـ 'بـ' أو 'بشكل' في العربية.
공기
A1الهواء الذي نتنفسه. 'هواء الجبل نقي جداً.'
몽땅
B1몽땅 تعني "كل شيء" أو "بالكامل". تُستخدم عندما يتم استهلاك شيء ما بالكامل أو ذهابه أو تورطه. تؤكد على الشمولية.
온갖
B1كل أنواع، شتى أنواع. يستخدم قبل الاسم للإشارة إلى مجموعة متنوعة كبيرة.
~을/를 따라서
A2يشير إلى حركة أو فعل يتم على طول شيء ما أو اتباعًا لنموذج معين. 'المشي على طول النهر' أو 'اتباع التعليمات'.
동물
A1كائن حي يتحرك ويشعر، وهو ليس نباتاً. كلمة '동물' تستخدم لوصف جميع أنواع الحيوانات في كوريا.
개미
A1حشرة صغيرة شائعة تعيش في مجموعات كبيرة تسمى مستعمرات. تشتهر بكونها مشغولة ومجتهدة للغاية.
주위에
A2هناك العديد من المتنزهات حول منزلي. (주위에)
그대로
A2كما هو؛ بدون تغيير. يستخدم للإشارة إلى أن الشيء يبقى في حالته الأصلية أو أن الفعل يتبع نمطًا بالضبط.