When to use swallow in Korean

When to use it

A swallow (제비) is a small bird that flies very fast in the sky. It often comes in spring and can make a nest near houses. We use this word when talking about the bird we see outdoors or in pictures.

Example sentences

1. 봄에 제비가 우리 집 처마에 왔어요.

   In spring, a swallow came to the eaves of our house.

2. 학교 운동장에서 제비를 봤어요.

   I saw a swallow at the school playground.

3. 제비가 하늘을 빨리 날아요.

   A swallow flies quickly in the sky.

4. 엄마가 저기 제비를 보라고 했어요.

   Mom told me to look at that swallow over there.

5. 가게에서 제비 그림 스티커를 샀어요.

   I bought a sticker with a swallow picture at the store.

6. 여행 중에 강가에서 제비를 많이 봤어요.

   I saw many swallows by the river during the trip.