How to say pollution in Korean

Meaning

Pollution (오염) means harmful or dirty things getting into the air, water, or land. It is used when talking about nature and the environment, like air pollution or water pollution. People also use this word when they talk about reducing waste and keeping the earth clean.

Example sentences

1. 공기 오염이 심해요.

   The air pollution is serious.

2. 강이 오염돼서 물이 더러워졌어요.

   The river got polluted, so the water became dirty.

3. 학교에서 오염 문제를 설명했어요.

   The teacher explained pollution problems at school.

4. 우리는 해변 오염을 막으려고 쓰레기를 줍줍니다.

   We pick up trash to stop beach pollution.

5. 엄마는 장바구니를 가져오기 위해 오염 문제에 신경씁니다.

   Mom is careful about pollution by bringing a shopping bag.

6. 여행 중에 바다 오염을 보고 놀랐어요.

   I was surprised to see ocean pollution during the trip.