바람 vs 산들바람
Korean word comparison
Listen to 바람
Listen to 산들바람
| 바람 | 산들바람 |
|---|---|
ba-RAM noun | sandeul-baram noun |
| wind; moving air outdoors | a gentle breeze |
How they differ
산들바람 is not a general synonym for 바람 in all contexts; it specifically means a soft, pleasant breeze. It narrows the meaning from any wind to mild wind, usually with a calm or refreshing feeling.
When to use each
When to use 바람: Use 바람 when the strength or feeling of the wind is not specifically gentle.
When to use 산들바람: Use 산들바람 when you want to describe light, pleasant wind.
Side-by-side examples
- 바람이 너무 강해서 밖에 오래 못 있었다.
(The wind was so strong that I couldn’t stay outside for long.) - 산들바람이 불어와서 기분이 좋았다.
(A gentle breeze came by, and it felt nice.)
Register & nuance: 산들바람 is neutral but more descriptive and lyrical than the plain word 바람.