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A1 noun #8,000 सबसे आम 9 मिनट पढ़ने का समय

건널목

geonneolmok शीर्ष 8,000

इसका अभ्यास करें उदाहरण नोट्स और सुझाव 건널목 30 सेकंड में

व्याख्या 건널목 in your Level:

At the A1 level, you should learn '건널목' as a simple noun for 'railroad crossing.' Think of it as a place where you must stop and wait for a train. At this stage, focus on using it with basic verbs like '있다' (to be/exist) and '가다' (to go). For example, '건널목이 있어요' (There is a railroad crossing). You should also recognize it as a safety-related word. Imagine a picture of a train track crossing a road with a yellow sign; that is a '건널목.' It is one of the first infrastructure words you might encounter in a textbook because it is essential for basic directions and safety. Don't worry about complex grammar yet; just remember that it's a 'crossing' for 'trains.'

At the A2 level, you can start using '건널목' in more descriptive sentences and with basic particles. You should be able to say things like '건널목에서 기다려요' (I wait at the railroad crossing) or '건널목을 건너요' (I cross the railroad crossing). You should also learn to distinguish it from '횡단보도' (crosswalk). At this level, you might encounter the word in simple reading passages about someone's daily commute or a trip to the countryside. You can also start using adjectives to describe it, such as '위험한 건널목' (a dangerous railroad crossing) or '가까운 건널목' (a nearby railroad crossing). Mastering the pronunciation is also important here, ensuring the 'ㄹ' and 'ㅁ' sounds flow correctly.

पूरी व्याख्या पढ़ने के लिए मुफ़्त साइन अप करें

At the B1 level, you should be able to use '건널목' in the context of giving detailed directions and discussing safety rules. You might use it with more advanced grammar like '-아/어서' (reason/sequence) or '-(으)면' (if/when). For example, '건널목에 기차가 오면 멈춰야 해요' (If a train comes to the crossing, you must stop). You'll also encounter the word in public service announcements or news snippets. You should understand the components of the crossing, like the '차단기' (barrier) and '신호등' (traffic light). At this stage, your vocabulary should expand to include related terms like '철길' (railway) and '경고음' (warning sound). You can also discuss the differences between various types of crossings (overpasses vs. level crossings) using this word.

पूरी व्याख्या पढ़ने के लिए मुफ़्त साइन अप करें

At the B2 level, you can use '건널목' to discuss more complex topics like urban development, traffic accidents, or historical changes in transportation. You might read articles about how '건널목' are being replaced by '지하도' (underpasses) to improve traffic flow. You should be comfortable using the word in formal reports or presentations. For example, '건널목에서의 사고를 줄이기 위해 안전 장치를 강화해야 합니다' (In order to reduce accidents at railroad crossings, safety devices must be strengthened). You can also use it in metaphorical contexts in literature or more nuanced conversations about nostalgia and rural life. Your understanding should include the legal aspects, such as the duty of drivers to stop at a crossing.

पूरी व्याख्या पढ़ने के लिए मुफ़्त साइन अप करें

At the C1 level, '건널목' becomes a tool for sophisticated expression. You might analyze its use as a symbol in Korean literature or film, representing a point of tension, a transition between eras, or a social boundary. You should be able to discuss technical aspects of railway infrastructure using this term. Your vocabulary should include related academic or technical terms like '평면 교차' (level crossing) or '입체 교차' (grade separation). You can engage in high-level debates about city planning and the socio-economic impact of removing railroad crossings from urban centers. At this level, you should also be familiar with any regional variations or historical terms related to crossings used in older texts.

पूरी व्याख्या पढ़ने के लिए मुफ़्त साइन अप करें

At the C2 level, you have a near-native grasp of '건널목' in every possible context. You can understand highly technical engineering documents regarding the construction of railroad crossings, as well as the most abstract poetic uses. You can discern the subtle differences in tone when the word is used in different registers—from a child's safety song to a legal statute. You can provide deep cultural context, explaining why certain railroad crossings in Korea have become famous tourist spots (like the one in Gunsan or Haeundae). You can use the word flawlessly in complex, multi-clause sentences with perfect nuance, reflecting an intuitive understanding of how infrastructure words shape the Korean conceptualization of space and safety.

पूरी व्याख्या पढ़ने के लिए मुफ़्त साइन अप करें

इसका अभ्यास करें उदाहरण नोट्स और सुझाव

건널목 30 सेकंड में

A railroad crossing where tracks and roads intersect.
Essential for safety and giving directions near railways.
Commonly features barriers, lights, and warning bells.
Distinct from a pedestrian crosswalk (횡단보도).

The Korean word 건널목 (geon-neol-mok) is a foundational noun in the Korean language, specifically referring to a railroad crossing or a level crossing. This is the precise spot where a railway line intersects with a road or a path at the same level. Unlike a bridge or a tunnel, a 건널목 requires vehicles and pedestrians to wait for trains to pass, often signaled by barriers, lights, and bells. Understanding this word is essential for anyone navigating the Korean landscape, whether in a bustling city like Seoul or in the scenic rural outskirts where trains are a primary mode of transport.

Physical Context: In South Korea, railroad crossings are highly regulated zones. When you encounter a 건널목, you will typically see black and yellow striped barriers (차단기), flashing red lights, and hear a rhythmic 'ding-ding' sound. Use this word when giving directions or describing your surroundings near a train station.
Safety and Regulation: The term is frequently used in public safety announcements. Drivers are taught to '일시 정지' (stop temporarily) before crossing. In conversation, you might hear people say, '건널목에서 조심하세요' (Be careful at the railroad crossing), emphasizing the inherent danger and the need for vigilance.
Metaphorical Nuance: While primarily literal, 건널목 can occasionally appear in literature or song lyrics as a symbol of waiting, transition, or a boundary between two worlds—the urban and the industrial, or the past and the future.

기차가 지나갈 때까지 건널목 앞에서 기다려야 합니다.
(You must wait in front of the railroad crossing until the train passes.)

Historically, the word is a compound of '건너다' (to cross) and '목' (a neck or a strategic passage). The '목' part is particularly interesting in Korean etymology; it refers to a narrow or vital point, much like the neck of a bottle. Therefore, a 건널목 is literally the 'crossing passage.' It is distinct from 횡단보도 (pedestrian crosswalk), which refers only to the white stripes on a road for people to cross traffic. Confusing these two is a common beginner mistake, but remember: if there are tracks, it is a 건널목.

저기 건널목 근처에 예쁜 카페가 있어요.
(There is a pretty cafe near that railroad crossing over there.)

When using this word in daily life, you'll likely combine it with verbs like 건너다 (to cross), 지나다 (to pass), or 멈추다 (to stop). For example, '건널목을 건널 때는 좌우를 살피세요' (Look left and right when crossing the railroad crossing). This level of detail ensures that your communication is precise and shows a deeper grasp of Korean infrastructure vocabulary. Whether you are a tourist looking for a landmark or a student studying for the TOPIK exam, mastering 건널목 provides a solid block in your linguistic foundation.

Using 건널목 in sentences requires an understanding of basic Korean grammar particles and common verb pairings. As a noun, it functions as the subject or object of a sentence, or as a location marked by particles like 에서 (at/in) or 을/를 (object marker).

As a Location (에서): When an action happens at the crossing, use 에서.
'건널목에서 기차를 기다려요.' (I wait for the train at the crossing.)
As a Direct Object (을/를): When you are performing an action directly upon the crossing, like crossing it.
'우리는 건널목을 조심스럽게 건넜어요.' (We crossed the railroad crossing carefully.)
With Directional Particles (으로/로): When moving toward the crossing.
'건널목 쪽으로 가세요.' (Go toward the railroad crossing.)

그 사고는 기차 건널목에서 일어났습니다.
(That accident happened at the train crossing.)

In more complex sentences, 건널목 can be modified by adjectives or other nouns. A very common combination is 철길 건널목 (chul-gil geon-neol-mok), which explicitly adds 'iron path' (railway) to make it 'railway crossing.' You might also see 무인 건널목 (mu-in geon-neol-mok), referring to an unmanned or automated crossing without a guard. When constructing sentences, remember the hierarchy of safety: '멈춤' (Stop), '살핌' (Look), '건넘' (Cross). These verbs are the natural companions to this noun.

밤에는 건널목의 신호등이 잘 안 보일 수 있어요.
(At night, the traffic lights at the railroad crossing might not be clearly visible.)

Furthermore, in conversational Korean, you can use the word to provide landmarks. If you are meeting a friend, you might say, '건널목 바로 앞에서 만나자' (Let's meet right in front of the railroad crossing). This usage is very common in older neighborhoods where train tracks still run through the town. By practicing these various sentence structures, you move beyond simple vocabulary memorization and into functional fluency, allowing you to describe travel, safety, and locations with ease and accuracy.

The word 건널목 is omnipresent in specific environments in Korea. While you might not hear it in a high-tech office in Gangnam, it is a staple of public life elsewhere. One of the most common places to hear it is through automated announcements on public transportation. If you are on a bus that passes near a railway, the GPS-based announcement might say, '이번 정류장은 OO 건널목 앞입니다' (This stop is in front of OO Railroad Crossing).

Navigation and Apps: When using KakaoMap or Naver Maps, the voice navigation will frequently warn you: '전방에 건널목이 있습니다. 주의하세요' (There is a railroad crossing ahead. Please be careful). This is a critical auditory cue for drivers in Korea.
News and Media: In news reports, especially during the holiday seasons like Chuseok or Seollal when traffic is heavy, reporters often mention bottlenecks at 건널목. You might also hear about safety improvements or accidents occurring at these locations.
Everyday Conversation: Locals in towns with active rail lines use it as a point of reference. '그 집은 건널목 넘어서 있어요' (That house is past the railroad crossing). It serves as a mental map marker for the community.

안내 방송: '잠시 후 건널목입니다. 일시 정지 후 통과하십시오.'
(Announcement: 'Railroad crossing ahead shortly. Please pass after a temporary stop.')

In children's education, 건널목 is a key vocabulary word for safety training. Kids are taught the '건널목 노래' (Railroad Crossing Song) or participate in simulations to learn how to wait for the train. This cultural embedding means that even if the word isn't used every hour, every native speaker has a deep, instinctive understanding of it. Additionally, if you enjoy Korean indie music or folk songs, you'll find 건널목 used to evoke a sense of nostalgia or the feeling of a small, quiet town. Listening for this word in these varied contexts will help you understand the different tones—from the clinical safety warning to the sentimental poetic reference.

시골 마을의 건널목 소리는 참 정겨워요.
(The sound of the railroad crossing in a rural village is very heartwarming.)

For English speakers and beginner Korean learners, the most frequent mistake involving 건널목 is semantic confusion with other types of crossings. Because English often uses 'crossing' for many things, learners tend to over-apply 건널목 where it doesn't belong.

Confusing with Pedestrian Crosswalks: The most common error is using 건널목 when you mean 횡단보도 (hoeng-dan-bo-do). A 횡단보도 is the white-striped crosswalk on a normal street for pedestrians. If you say you are waiting at a 건널목 to cross a busy city street with cars but no trains, a Korean speaker will be very confused looking for the tracks.
Pronunciation Pitfalls: The batchim (bottom consonant) transitions in 건널목 [건널목] can be tricky. Some learners mispronounce the 'ㄹ' (r/l) sound or fail to clearly articulate the 'ㄱ' (k) at the end. Ensure the 'ㄹ' in '널' flows smoothly into the 'ㅁ' of '목'.
Misusing with 'Cross' Verbs: Learners sometimes use 건너가다 (to go across) and 건너오다 (to come across) incorrectly with 건널목. Remember that the choice depends on where the speaker is standing. If you are already on the other side, use 건너오다.

Wrong: 횡단보도에서 기차를 기다려요. (Waiting for a train at a crosswalk.)
Right: 건널목에서 기차를 기다려요. (Waiting for a train at the railroad crossing.)

Another mistake involves the word 교차로 (gyo-cha-ro), which means 'intersection' or 'crossroads.' While a 건널목 is technically where two paths intersect, 교차로 is used exclusively for two or more roads for cars. If you are describing a four-way stop for automobiles, 건널목 is incorrect. Finally, be careful with the particle 를/을. Beginners often say '건널목에 건너요' using the 'at' particle, but the verb 건너다 (to cross) almost always takes the object marker 를/을 because you are 'crossing the crossing.'

사람들이 건널목을 마구 건너면 위험해요.
(It is dangerous if people cross the railroad crossing recklessly.)

To truly master 건널목, you must see how it fits into the family of 'crossing' and 'path' words in Korean. By comparing it with its synonyms and near-synonyms, you can refine your usage and sound more like a native speaker.

건널목 vs. 횡단보도 (Hoeng-dan-bo-do): 건널목: Specifically for railroads. It has tracks and usually barriers.
횡단보도: Specifically for pedestrians crossing a road. It has white stripes painted on the asphalt.
건널목 vs. 육교 (Yuk-gyo): 건널목: A level crossing (same height as the ground).
육교: A pedestrian overpass or footbridge that goes *over* the road or tracks.
건널목 vs. 지하도 (Ji-ha-do): 건널목: Above ground.
지하도: An underground passage or tunnel for pedestrians to cross under a road or tracks.

기차 건널목 대신 지하도를 이용하세요.
(Use the underground passage instead of the railroad crossing.)

In some poetic or old-fashioned contexts, you might hear 철길목 (chul-gil-mok), which emphasizes the 'railway' aspect even more. However, 건널목 remains the standard and most common term. Another related term is 차단기 (cha-dan-gi), which refers to the physical barrier that comes down at the crossing. While not a synonym for the crossing itself, they are almost always mentioned together. For instance, '건널목 차단기가 내려갔어요' (The railroad crossing barrier has gone down).

이 건널목은 횡단보도보다 훨씬 위험합니다.
(This railroad crossing is much more dangerous than a pedestrian crosswalk.)

By learning these distinctions, you can navigate Korean cities and countryside with much more confidence. You'll know exactly what to look for when someone gives you directions, and you'll be able to describe your location with the precision of a native. Whether it's the 'ding-ding' of the 건널목 or the white stripes of the 횡단보도, you now have the tools to distinguish between them.

How Formal Is It?

रोचक तथ्य

The word '목' in Korean is used for many strategic locations, like '길목' (a spot in a road) or '손목' (the 'neck' of the hand, i.e., wrist). It implies a narrow, vital point of connection.

उच्चारण मार्गदर्शिका

UK /ɡʌnnʌlmok/

US /ɡʌnnʌlmok/

The stress is relatively even across all three syllables, as is typical in Korean, but the first syllable '건' often carries a slightly higher pitch in natural speech.

तुकबंदी

골목 (gol-mok - alleyway) 길목 (gil-mok - street corner) 손목 (son-mok - wrist) 발목 (bal-mok - ankle) 목 (mok - neck) 항목 (hang-mok - item/clause) 제목 (je-mok - title) 과목 (gwa-mok - subject)

आम गलतियाँ

Pronouncing 'eo' (ㅓ) as 'o' (ㅗ).
Missing the 'l' (ㄹ) batchim in the second syllable.
Over-aspirating the final 'k' (ㄱ).
Confusing the word with '건너목' (missing the 'ㄹ').
Merging the two 'n' sounds into one long 'n'.

कठिनाई स्तर

पठन 1/5

Easy to recognize due to common components '건너' and '목'.

लिखना 2/5

The 'ㄹ' and 'ㅁ' sequence in '널목' requires careful spelling.

बोलना 2/5

Pronunciation is straightforward but requires clear articulation of the batchim.

श्रवण 1/5

Very distinct sound, often heard in clear public announcements.

आगे क्या सीखें

पूर्वापेक्षाएँ

기차 (train) 길 (road) 건너다 (to cross) 목 (neck/spot) 있다 (to be)

आगे सीखें

횡단보도 (crosswalk) 신호등 (traffic light) 차단기 (barrier) 철길 (railway) 조심하다 (to be careful)

उन्नत

입체 교차 (grade separation) 평면 교차 (level crossing) 안전 수칙 (safety rules) 교통 체증 (traffic congestion)

ज़रूरी व्याकरण

-(으)ㄹ 때 (When doing something)

건널목을 건널 때 조심하세요.

-(으)면 (If/When)

빨간 불이 켜지면 건널목에 들어가지 마세요.

-(으)로 (Direction/Means)

건널목 쪽으로 걸어갔어요.

에서 (Location of action)

건널목에서 기차를 기다려요.

-(으)ㄴ/는 것 (Nominalization)

건널목에서 멈추는 것이 중요합니다.

पूरी व्याख्या पढ़ने के लिए मुफ़्त साइन अप करें

स्तर के अनुसार उदाहरण

저기 건널목이 있어요.

There is a railroad crossing over there.

Uses the existence particle '이' and the verb '있어요'.

건널목에서 기다려요.

Wait at the railroad crossing.

Uses the location particle '에서'.

기차가 건널목을 지나가요.

The train is passing through the crossing.

Uses the object marker '을'.

건널목은 위험해요.

The railroad crossing is dangerous.

Uses the topic marker '은'.

엄마와 건널목을 건너요.

I cross the railroad crossing with my mom.

Uses the particle '와' (with).

건널목 소리가 들려요.

I hear the sound of the railroad crossing.

Uses the verb '들려요' (to be heard).

건널목 앞에 서세요.

Stand in front of the railroad crossing.

Uses the directional/locational '앞에'.

이것은 기차 건널목입니다.

This is a railroad crossing.

Formal '입니다' ending.

건널목을 건널 때는 조심하세요.

Please be careful when crossing the railroad crossing.

Uses '-(으)ㄹ 때' (when).

우리 집은 건널목 근처에 있어요.

My house is near the railroad crossing.

Uses '근처' (near).

건널목 차단기가 내려오고 있어요.

The railroad crossing barrier is coming down.

Uses '-고 있다' (progressive).

자전거를 타고 건널목을 지나갔어요.

I passed the railroad crossing while riding a bike.

Uses '-고' (and/then).

건널목에서 기차 사진을 찍었어요.

I took a picture of the train at the crossing.

Past tense '찍었어요'.

빨간 불이 켜지면 건널목에 들어가지 마세요.

Do not enter the crossing when the red light is on.

Uses '-지 마세요' (prohibition).

학교 가는 길에 건널목이 두 개 있어요.

There are two railroad crossings on the way to school.

Counting with '개'.

건널목을 지나서 오른쪽으로 가세요.

Pass the railroad crossing and go to the right.

Uses '-아서' (sequence).

건널목에서 일시 정지하는 것은 법입니다.

It is the law to come to a temporary stop at a railroad crossing.

Uses '-는 것' (nominalization).

기차가 오기 전에는 건널목 경보음이 울려요.

Before the train comes, the crossing alarm sounds.

Uses '-기 전에' (before).

안전 요원이 건널목에서 사람들을 안내하고 있습니다.

A safety officer is guiding people at the railroad crossing.

Formal progressive tense.

폭우로 인해 건널목이 침수되었습니다.

The railroad crossing was flooded due to heavy rain.

Uses '-로 인해' (due to).

건널목을 건너기 전에 좌우를 꼭 확인해야 해요.

You must check left and right before crossing the railroad crossing.

Uses '-(으)야 해요' (must).

이 건널목은 밤에 매우 어두워서 위험합니다.

This railroad crossing is dangerous because it is very dark at night.

Uses '-아서' (cause).

어릴 적 살던 동네에는 작은 건널목이 많았어요.

There were many small railroad crossings in the neighborhood where I lived as a child.

Uses '-던' (retrospective modifier).

건널목 차단기가 고장 나서 수리 중입니다.

The railroad crossing barrier is broken and under repair.

Uses '중' (in the middle of).

정부는 사고가 자주 발생하는 건널목을 입체화하기로 했습니다.

The government decided to grade-separate crossings where accidents occur frequently.

Uses '-기로 하다' (decide to).

건널목을 무단으로 횡단하는 것은 매우 위험한 행동입니다.

Crossing a railroad crossing without permission is a very dangerous act.

Formal noun phrase construction.

철길 건널목의 안전 장치가 현대화되면서 사고율이 낮아졌습니다.

As the safety devices of railroad crossings were modernized, the accident rate decreased.

Uses '-(으)면서' (while/as).

운전자는 건널목 앞에서 반드시 속도를 줄여야 합니다.

Drivers must necessarily reduce their speed in front of the railroad crossing.

Uses '반드시' (necessarily).

이 지역의 건널목은 관광객들에게 사진 촬영지로 인기가 많습니다.

The railroad crossings in this area are popular as photo spots for tourists.

Uses '-지로' (as a place for).

건널목 신호가 바뀌기를 기다리는 동안 음악을 들었어요.

I listened to music while waiting for the crossing signal to change.

Uses '-는 동안' (while).

철도 공사는 노후화된 건널목 시설을 전면 교체할 예정입니다.

The railway corporation plans to completely replace aging crossing facilities.

Uses '-(으)ㄹ 예정' (plan to).

건널목을 통과할 때는 기어 변속을 하지 않는 것이 좋습니다.

It is better not to change gears when passing through a railroad crossing.

Uses '-지 않는 것이 좋다' (advisory).

그 영화에서 건널목은 주인공의 심리적 경계선을 상징합니다.

In that movie, the railroad crossing symbolizes the protagonist's psychological boundary.

Academic/Literary analysis.

도시 재생 사업의 일환으로 폐쇄된 건널목이 공원으로 조성되었습니다.

As part of the urban regeneration project, a closed railroad crossing was developed into a park.

Uses '-(으)로 조성되다' (to be created as).

건널목 개량 사업은 지역 주민들의 오랜 숙원 사업이었습니다.

The railroad crossing improvement project was a long-cherished project of the local residents.

Uses '숙원 사업' (long-cherished project).

무인 건널목의 경우, 첨단 센서 기술을 활용한 감시 체계가 필수적입니다.

In the case of unmanned crossings, a monitoring system utilizing advanced sensor technology is essential.

Uses '-(의) 경우' (in case of).

작가는 건널목의 차단기 소리를 통해 단절된 소통을 묘사했습니다.

The writer described disconnected communication through the sound of the railroad crossing barrier.

Uses '-(을) 통해' (through).

열차 운행 빈도가 높은 구간의 건널목은 항상 정체의 원인이 됩니다.

Railroad crossings in sections with high train frequency are always a cause of congestion.

Uses '정체의 원인' (cause of congestion).

법원은 건널목 사고의 책임을 운전자와 철도 공사 양측에 물었습니다.

The court held both the driver and the railway corporation responsible for the crossing accident.

Legal context '책임을 묻다'.

건널목의 정취를 살린 카페들이 최근 SNS에서 화제가 되고 있습니다.

Cafes that preserve the atmosphere of railroad crossings have recently become a hot topic on social media.

Uses '정취를 살리다' (preserve the atmosphere).

철도 건널목의 입체화는 도시 구조의 효율성을 극대화하는 핵심 과제입니다.

The grade separation of railroad crossings is a key task to maximize the efficiency of the urban structure.

High-level policy language.

산업화 시대의 유산인 건널목은 이제 근대 문화유산으로서의 가치를 인정받고 있습니다.

Railroad crossings, a legacy of the industrial era, are now being recognized for their value as modern cultural heritage.

Historical/Cultural discourse.

건널목에서의 일시 정지 의무 위반은 중대 과실로 간주되어 엄중한 처벌을 받습니다.

Violation of the duty to stop temporarily at a railroad crossing is considered gross negligence and is strictly punished.

Uses '중대 과실로 간주되다' (considered gross negligence).

지능형 교통 체계(ITS)와 연동된 건널목은 열차의 접근을 실시간으로 차량에 알립니다.

Railroad crossings linked with Intelligent Transport Systems (ITS) notify vehicles of approaching trains in real-time.

Technical/Scientific terminology.

건널목이라는 공간은 삶과 죽음, 혹은 일상과 비일상이 교차하는 지점으로 다뤄지곤 합니다.

The space of a railroad crossing is often treated as a point where life and death, or the ordinary and the extraordinary, intersect.

Philosophical/Abstract nuance.

철도 건널목 개량 촉진법에 따라 위험도가 높은 구간부터 우선적으로 공사가 진행됩니다.

According to the Act on the Promotion of Railroad Crossing Improvement, construction proceeds preferentially starting from high-risk sections.

Uses '-(에) 따라' (according to).

과거의 건널목은 마을 공동체의 만남의 장소이자 정보 교환의 허브 역할을 수행했습니다.

In the past, railroad crossings served as meeting places and hubs for information exchange for village communities.

Sociological perspective.

건널목 자동 경보 장치의 오작동 가능성을 원천적으로 차단하기 위한 기술 개발이 한창입니다.

Technology development to fundamentally block the possibility of malfunctions in automatic crossing warning devices is in full swing.

Uses '원천적으로 차단하다' (fundamentally block).

सामान्य शब्द संयोजन

건널목을 건너다

건널목에서 멈추다

건널목 차단기

건널목 사고

건널목 경보음

건널목 신호등

건널목을 지나다

건널목 관리인

건널목 통과

건널목 일시 정지

सामान्य वाक्यांश

건널목 주의

— A warning to be careful at the crossing.

표지판에 '건널목 주의'라고 써 있어요.

건널목 근처

— Near the railroad crossing.

건널목 근처는 시끄러울 수 있어요.

건널목 앞

— In front of the crossing.

건널목 앞에서 만나기로 했어요.

건널목을 넘어서

— Beyond or past the crossing.

건널목을 넘어서면 바로 병원이 보여요.

건널목이 막히다

— The crossing is blocked/congested.

기차가 길어서 건널목이 한참 막혔어요.

건널목을 폐쇄하다

— To close down a crossing.

안전상의 이유로 이 건널목을 폐쇄했습니다.

건널목을 설치하다

— To install a crossing.

새로운 철길에 건널목을 설치했어요.

건널목을 개량하다

— To improve/upgrade a crossing.

지자체에서 건널목을 개량하고 있습니다.

건널목 신호

— The signal at the crossing.

건널목 신호를 무시하면 안 돼요.

건널목 풍경

— The scenery of a railroad crossing.

시골의 건널목 풍경은 아주 예뻐요.

अक्सर इससे भ्रम होता है

건널목 vs 횡단보도

This is for pedestrians crossing a road. '건널목' is for crossing tracks.

건널목 vs 교차로

This is an intersection of two or more roads for cars. '건널목' involves a railway.

건널목 vs 육교

This is a bridge over the road/tracks. '건널목' is at the same level as the ground.

मुहावरे और अभिव्यक्तियाँ

"인생의 건널목"

— A metaphorical turning point or a critical junction in life.

그는 지금 인생의 건널목에 서 있다.

Literary

"위험한 건널목을 건너다"

— To take a significant risk (often used figuratively).

그 사업은 위험한 건널목을 건너는 것과 같았다.

Metaphorical

"건널목의 멈춤"

— A necessary pause before a major change.

성공을 위해서는 건널목의 멈춤도 필요하다.

Reflective

"차단기가 내려진 건널목"

— A situation where progress is temporarily blocked.

우리 관계는 차단기가 내려진 건널목 같아.

Informal/Poetic

"건널목에서 만난 인연"

— A chance or fleeting encounter.

우리는 건널목에서 만난 인연처럼 스쳐 지나갔다.

Poetic

"건널목을 두드려보고 건너다"

— A variation of 'look before you leap,' emphasizing extreme caution.

중요한 계약이니 건널목을 두드려보고 건너듯 신중해라.

Informal

"기차 없는 건널목"

— Something that is useless or lacks its core purpose.

기차 없는 건널목처럼 공허한 약속이었다.

Literary

"건널목의 경보음처럼"

— Acting as a loud, urgent warning.

그의 조언은 내게 건널목의 경보음처럼 들렸다.

Metaphorical

"열린 건널목"

— An opportunity or a clear path forward.

드디어 우리 앞의 건널목이 열렸다.

Inspirational

"건널목을 지키는 사람"

— Someone who ensures safety or maintains order in a transition.

그는 우리 팀의 건널목을 지키는 사람이다.

Metaphorical

आसानी से भ्रमित होने वाले

건널목 vs 횡단보도

Both involve 'crossing.'

'횡단보도' is for city streets with cars (crosswalk). '건널목' is for railway tracks.

횡단보도를 건너서 편의점에 가요. vs 건널목에서 기차를 기다려요.

건널목 vs 교차로

Both are intersections.

'교차로' is a general road intersection (cars only). '건널목' is specifically road + rail.

교차로에서 좌회전하세요. vs 건널목 앞에서 멈추세요.

건널목 vs 지하도

Both are ways to cross a barrier.

'지하도' is an underground tunnel. '건널목' is on the surface.

지하도로 내려가세요. vs 건널목을 건너가세요.

건널목 vs 다리

Both connect two sides.

'다리' usually crosses over water or a valley. '건널목' crosses tracks on flat ground.

한강 다리를 건너요. vs 건널목 차단기가 내려갔어요.

건널목 vs 승강장

Both are found at train stations.

'승강장' is the platform for boarding. '건널목' is for crossing the tracks.

승강장에서 기차를 타요. vs 건널목을 건너서 반대편으로 가요.

वाक्य संरचनाएँ

N이/가 있어요

건널목이 있어요.

N에서 V

건널목에서 기다려요.

V-(으)ㄹ 때 조심하다

건널목을 건널 때 조심하세요.

V-기 전에 멈추다

건널목을 건너기 전에 멈춰야 합니다.

N-(으)로 인해 V

건널목 사고로 인해 열차가 지연되었습니다.

N-(으)로서의 가치

건널목은 근대 문화유산으로서의 가치가 있습니다.

N은/는 ADJ

건널목은 위험해요.

N을/를 지나서 V

건널목을 지나서 오른쪽으로 가세요.

शब्द परिवार

संज्ञा

건널목 (railroad crossing)

건너기 (crossing - the act)

건너편 (the opposite side)

क्रिया

건너다 (to cross)

건너가다 (to go across)

건너오다 (to come across)

건너뛰다 (to skip/jump over)

इसे कैसे इस्तेमाल करें

frequency

Highly frequent in rural areas and older urban districts; common in safety contexts nationwide.

सामान्य गलतियाँ

Using 건널목 for a crosswalk. → 횡단보도
Learners often use 건널목 for any crossing, but it's only for railroads.
Spelling it as 건너목. → 건널목
The 'ㄹ' is required as part of the modifier form of the verb '건너다'.
Using '건널목에 건너요'. → 건널목을 건너요
The verb '건너다' takes an object marker (을/를), not a location marker (에).
Confusing 건널목 with 육교. → 건널목
A 건널목 is at ground level; a 육교 is a bridge above the ground.
Pronouncing it as [건너목]. → [건널목]
The 'ㄹ' sound must be audible for native speakers to understand clearly.

सुझाव

Always Stop

In Korea, it is a legal requirement for vehicles to stop completely before crossing a 건널목, even if the barrier is up.

Use with 을/를

When you cross the crossing, use the object marker: 건널목을 건너다.

Distinguish Types

Remember: Tracks = 건널목. Striped Road = 횡단보도.

Drama Scenes

Watch for 건널목 scenes in K-dramas; they are often used for emotional weight or romantic moments.

Public Transport

Listen for this word on buses that pass through older parts of Korean cities.

Spelling Check

Make sure to include the 'ㄹ' batchim. It's 건널, not 건너.

Batchim Flow

Landmarks

Use 건널목 as a landmark when giving directions in rural areas.

TOPIK Level

This word often appears in TOPIK I (A1-A2) listening and reading sections.

The 'Neck' of the Track

Think of '목' (neck) as the bottleneck where everyone has to wait for the train.

याद करें

स्मृति सहायक

Think of 'Gun' (건) + 'Null' (널) + 'Moke' (목). Imagine a 'Gun' that is 'Null' (useless) because it's stuck in the 'Moke' (neck) of a railroad crossing.

दृश्य संबंध

Visualize a classic railroad crossing sign (X-shape) with the word '건널목' written in large letters on the tracks.

Word Web

기차 (Train) 철길 (Railway) 차단기 (Barrier) 신호 (Signal) 위험 (Danger) 멈춤 (Stop) 길 (Road) 횡단 (Crossing)

चैलेंज

Try to find three photos of '건널목' in Korea on the internet and describe what you see using the word at least three times.

शब्द की उत्पत्ति

A native Korean compound word. It combines the verb stem of '건너다' (to cross) with the noun '목' (neck/passage).

मूल अर्थ: A passage or spot where one crosses over something.

Koreanic

सांस्कृतिक संदर्भ

Always emphasize safety when discussing railroad crossings in Korea, as they are high-risk zones and public safety campaigns are very common.

English speakers might just say 'crossing,' but Korean requires the specific '건널목' for trains versus '횡단보도' for cars. This specificity reflects a culture that values precise infrastructure labels.

The movie 'Architecture 101' features nostalgic scenes near railway tracks. The 'Gyeongui Line Forest Park' in Seoul is built on old tracks where many 건널목 once existed. Various 'K-Indie' songs use the sound of a 건널목 bell as a background track to evoke loneliness or waiting.

असल ज़िंदगी में अभ्यास करें

वास्तविक संदर्भ

Driving/Navigation

건널목 주의하세요
건널목 앞에서 멈추세요
내비게이션이 건널목을 안내해요
건널목이 막혀요

Public Safety

건널목 안전 수칙
건널목 사고 예방
차단기가 내려가면 멈추세요
건널목에서 장난치지 마세요

Giving Directions

건널목을 건너서 오세요
건널목 바로 옆에 있어요
건널목 쪽으로 가세요
건널목이 보일 거예요

Travel/Sightseeing

예쁜 건널목이 있네요
건널목에서 사진 찍어요
기차가 지나가는 건널목
시골 건널목 풍경

News/Reports

건널목 개량 공사
건널목 사고 발생
노후 건널목 교체
무인 건널목 증가

बातचीत की शुरुआत

"근처에 기차 건널목이 있나요? (Is there a railroad crossing nearby?)"

"건널목에서 기차를 본 적이 있어요? (Have you ever seen a train at a crossing?)"

"건널목 차단기가 내려가면 얼마나 기다려야 해요? (How long do we have to wait when the barrier is down?)"

"이 건널목은 사진 찍기에 참 예쁘네요, 그렇죠? (This crossing is very pretty for photos, isn't it?)"

"어렸을 때 건널목 근처에 살았어요? (Did you live near a railroad crossing when you were young?)"

डायरी विषय

오늘 건널목을 지나면서 본 풍경에 대해 써 보세요. (Write about the scenery you saw while passing a railroad crossing today.)

건널목에서 기다리는 동안 어떤 생각을 했나요? (What thoughts did you have while waiting at a railroad crossing?)

왜 건널목에서 안전이 중요한지 자신의 생각을 적어 보세요. (Write your thoughts on why safety is important at a railroad crossing.)

가장 기억에 남는 건널목은 어디인가요? 그 이유는 무엇인가요? (Where is the most memorable railroad crossing? What is the reason?)

만약 당신이 건널목 관리인이라면 어떤 기분일까요? (How would you feel if you were a railroad crossing guard?)

अक्सर पूछे जाने वाले सवाल

10 सवाल

건널목 is specifically for a railroad crossing (where tracks meet a road), while 횡단보도 is a pedestrian crosswalk on a normal street (the white stripes).

Usually no. Subways in Korea are mostly underground or elevated. 건널목 is used for ground-level trains like the KTX, ITX, or freight trains.

You say '건널목에서 멈추세요' (Stop at the crossing) or '일시 정지하세요' for a temporary stop.

차단기 (cha-dan-gi) is the physical barrier or gate that lowers to block traffic when a train is coming.

Yes, it is considered a basic vocabulary word related to transportation and safety, essential for beginners.

No, a bridge is '다리' (da-ri). 건널목 is only for level crossings on the ground.

It is '건널목'. The 'ㄹ' (l) is necessary because it comes from the future modifier form of '건너다'.

It makes a '땡땡땡' (ttaeng-ttaeng-ttaeng) or '딩딩딩' (ding-ding-ding) sound.

There are fewer now as many have been replaced by overpasses or underpasses, but some still exist in areas like Yongsan or on the outskirts.

Yes, it combines '건너-' (from 건너다, to cross) and '목' (passage/spot).

सुझाव और नोट्स के लिए मुफ़्त साइन अप करें