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온돌

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What is 온돌?

온돌 is a traditional Korean under-floor heating system that has been used for centuries. It heats the floor by circulating warm air or smoke beneath it, making the room warm and cozy, especially during cold seasons.

Usage and Context

This word is often used when talking about Korean homes, traditional architecture, or heating methods. It is a noun and typically appears in contexts related to housing, comfort, and winter.

Common Collocations

  • 온돌 방 (ondol bang): a room with ondol heating
  • 온돌 시스템 (ondol siseutem): ondol system
  • 온돌 문화 (ondol munhwa): ondol culture, referring to the lifestyle around floor heating

Cultural Note

When Koreans mention 온돌, they often imply a warm, comfortable living environment. It is a key feature distinguishing Korean homes from Western-style heating.

Learner Tip

Do not confuse 온돌 with 일반 난방 (general heating). 온돌 specifically refers to the floor heating system, not just any heating method.

Example Sentences

겨울에는 온돌 덕분에 집이 아주 따뜻해요.

Gyeoure neun ondol deokbune jibi aju ttatteushaeyo.

Thanks to the ondol, the house is very warm in winter.

한국 전통 가옥에서는 온돌이 바닥 아래에 설치되어 있어요.

Hanguk jeontong gaoke seoneun ondoli badak arae e seolchidoeeo isseoyo.

In traditional Korean houses, ondol is installed under the floor.

온돌 방에서 자면 몸이 더 잘 녹고 편안해요.

Ondol bangeseo jamyeon momi deo jal nokgo pyeonan haeyo.

Sleeping in an ondol room warms the body better and feels comfortable.