symbol vs blackboard in Korean

기호vs칠판

symbol

기호symbol

A symbol (기호) is a mark or picture that stands for something. At school, you often see this word when you learn math symbols, map symbols, or signs in books. We use it for things like +, ★, or a restroom sign.

When to use symbol
blackboard

칠판blackboard

A blackboard (칠판) is a dark board that people write on with chalk. You usually see it in a classroom at school. We use this word when talking about lessons, teachers, and things written for students to read.

When to use blackboard

How they differ

A 기호 is a sign or mark, like +, %, or ♡. A 칠판 is the place where a teacher may write those symbols for students to see.