Meaning and Usage
The word '난로' refers to a heating device such as a fireplace or stove used to warm a room, especially in cold seasons. It often implies a traditional or portable heating appliance rather than central heating.
Common Contexts
You will frequently hear '난로' in conversations about winter, heating homes, or camping. It is a practical word used when discussing how to keep warm.
Collocations and Patterns
- 난로 앞 (in front of the stove): describes the place where people gather to warm themselves.
- 난로에 불을 지피다 (to light a fire in the stove): common phrase for starting a fire.
- 난로가 고장 나다 (the stove breaks down): used when the heating device stops working.
Register and Usage Notes
'난로' is a neutral noun suitable for everyday conversation and writing. It is not formal or technical but practical and common.
Common Mistakes
Learners sometimes confuse '난로' with '히터' (heater), which usually refers to electric heaters. '난로' often implies a fire-based heater, so context matters when choosing the word.