Difference between seagrass and reef in Korean

해초·암초

seagrass

해초seagrass

해초 means seagrass or other sea plants that live underwater. You use this word when talking about the ocean, beaches, fish, or nature. It often describes the green plants you can see in the sea.

How to say seagrass
reef

암초reef

An 암초 is a reef: a group of rocks in the sea, often close to the surface. It can be beautiful and full of sea life, but it can also be dangerous for boats and swimmers. You may see this word in travel, nature, or safety contexts.

How to say reef

The difference

해초 is sea plant life that grows in the water. 암초 is hard rock under the sea, not a plant.