outside the window vs window side in Korean

창밖vs창가

outside the window

창밖outside the window

창밖 means the area you can see when you look out of a window. In English, it is usually translated as "outside the window" or "out the window." You can use it when talking about weather, scenery, people, or things you see from inside a room, bus, or car.

When to use outside the window
window side

창가window side

창가 means the place right by a window. You can use it for a spot in a room, a table near the window, or a seat on a bus or train. People often use it when talking about sitting, standing, or putting something near the window.

When to use window side

How they differ

창밖 means what is outside when you look through the window, like the view or street. 창가 is the spot inside, by the window.