Basic Korean Conversation 17: Discussing Weather
Dialogue
A: 날씨가 어때요? (Nalssiga eottaeyo?)
B: 더워요. (Deowoyo.)
A: 에어컨 켤까요? (Eeokeon kyeolkkaeyo?)
B: 네, 켜 주세요. (Ne, kyeo juseyo.)
Breakdown of the Dialogue
1. 날씨가 어때요? (Nalssiga eottaeyo?)
- Meaning: This phrase means "How is the weather?" It's a common way to ask about the current weather condition.
- Usage: Use this question when you want to know about the weather.
- Pronunciation: The phrase is pronounced as "nal-ssi-ga eot-tae-yo?" The word "날씨" (nalssi) means "weather," and "어때요" (eottaeyo) means "how is it."
2. 더워요. (Deowoyo.)
- Meaning: This phrase means "It's hot." It indicates that the weather is hot.
- Usage: Use this phrase to describe hot weather.
- Pronunciation: The phrase is pronounced as "deo-wo-yo." The word "더워요" (deowoyo) means "hot."
3. 에어컨 켤까요? (Eeokeon kyeolkkaeyo?)
- Meaning: This phrase means "Shall I turn on the air conditioner?" It's a polite way to offer to turn on the air conditioner.
- Usage: Use this question when you want to offer to turn on the air conditioner.
- Pronunciation: The phrase is pronounced as "e-eo-keon kyeol-kkae-yo?" The word "에어컨" (eeokeon) means "air conditioner," and "켤까요" (kyeolkkaeyo) means "shall I turn on."
4. 네, 켜 주세요. (Ne, kyeo juseyo.)
- Meaning: This phrase means "Yes, please turn it on." It’s a polite way to accept the offer to turn on the air conditioner.
- Usage: Use this phrase to accept someone’s offer to turn on the air conditioner.
- Pronunciation: The phrase is pronounced as "ne, kyeo ju-se-yo." The word "네" (ne) means "yes," and "켜 주세요" (kyeo juseyo) means "please turn it on."
Vocabulary and Expressions
- 날씨 (Nalssi): Weather
- Example: "오늘 날씨가 어때요?" (How is the weather today?).
- 어때요 (Eottaeyo): How is it
- Example: "음식이 어때요?" (How is the food?).
- 더워요 (Deowoyo): It's hot
- Example: "오늘 정말 더워요" (It's really hot today).
- 에어컨 (Eeokeon): Air conditioner
- Example: "에어컨을 켜 주세요" (Please turn on the air conditioner).
- 켤까요 (Kyeolkkaeyo): Shall I turn on
- Example: "불을 켤까요?" (Shall I turn on the light?).
- 네 (Ne): Yes
- Example: "네, 알겠습니다" (Yes, I understand).
- 켜 주세요 (Kyeo juseyo): Please turn it on
- Example: "불을 켜 주세요" (Please turn on the light).
Additional Examples
- Discussing Different Weather Conditions:
- A: 날씨가 어때요? (Nalssiga eottaeyo?) - How is the weather?
- B: 추워요. (Chuwoyo.) - It's cold.
- A: 히터 켤까요? (Hiteo kyeolkkaeyo?) - Shall I turn on the heater?
- B: 네, 켜 주세요. (Ne, kyeo juseyo.) - Yes, please turn it on.
- Talking About Weather Informally:
- A: 날씨 어때? (Nalssi eottae?) - How is the weather? (informal)
- B: 더워. (Deowo.) - It's hot. (informal)
- A: 에어컨 켤까? (Eeokeon kyeolkka?) - Shall I turn on the air conditioner? (informal)
- B: 응, 켜 줘. (Eung, kyeo jwo.) - Yes, please turn it on. (informal)
When to Use These Phrases
- Formal Settings: Use these phrases in formal settings like professional environments, when meeting new people, or when talking to someone older or of higher status.
- Informal Settings: The informal versions can be used with friends, peers, or younger people in casual settings.
Things to Be Careful About
- Formality: Ensure you use the correct level of formality based on the situation. Using informal speech in a formal setting can be seen as disrespectful.
- Pronunciation: Pronounce each syllable clearly. Mispronouncing key phrases can lead to misunderstandings or seem impolite.
- Specific Weather Conditions: Be prepared to describe the weather in more detail if someone asks for more information.
Pronunciation Tips
- 날씨가 어때요? (Nalssiga eottaeyo?): Break it down into syllables – "nal-ssi-ga eot-tae-yo?" The "날씨" (nalssi) should be pronounced clearly.
- 더워요. (Deowoyo.): Say it as "deo-wo-yo." Ensure to pronounce the "더" part smoothly.
- 에어컨 켤까요? (Eeokeon kyeolkkaeyo?): Pronounce it as "e-eo-keon kyeol-kkae-yo?" The "에어컨" (eeokeon) should be pronounced with emphasis.
- 네, 켜 주세요. (Ne, kyeo juseyo.): Say it as "ne, kyeo ju-se-yo." The "켜" (kyeo) should be pronounced clearly, sounding like "kyeo."
By understanding and practicing these basic Korean phrases, you can comfortably discuss the weather and related actions, enhancing your communication skills and cultural understanding in Korean-speaking environments. Happy learning!