water vs river in Korean

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water

water

Water is the clear liquid we drink and use every day. In Korean, 물 means water in general, like water in a cup, a bottle, or from the tap. You can use it when talking about drinking, washing, cooking, or nature.

When to use water
river

river

The word "river" means a long, natural flow of water. In Korean, 강 means a river, usually a big one. You can use it when talking about nature, travel, walking by the water, or places near a river.

When to use river

How they differ

water (물) and river (강) are nearby Korean vocabulary items learners often meet together. Use “water” when Water is the clear liquid we drink and use every day. In Korean, 물 means water in general, like water in a cup, a bottle, or from the tap… Use “river” when The word "river" means a long, natural flow of water. In Korean, 강 means a river, usually a big one. You can use it when talking about na…