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한강수위

han-gang-su-wi
noun★Intermediate💡 Han River water level
⚙️Engineering
technical

The current water level of the Han River in Seoul, South Korea.

한강수위가 8.5미터에 달했습니다.

The Han River water level reached 8.5 meters.

한강수위 관측소에서 실시간으로 수위를 측정합니다.

The water level is measured in real-time at the Han River observation station.

💡

Often used in weather reports, flood warnings, and water resource management contexts.

⚙️Engineering
formal

The level of water in the Han River as a metric for flood risk or water availability.

한강수위가 10미터 이상이면 대형 홍수 위험이 있습니다.

If the Han River water level exceeds 10 meters, there is a high risk of major flooding.

💡

Used in official reports and public safety announcements.

Collocations

한강수위 관측Han River water level observation한강수위 경보Han River water level alert한강수위 상승rise in Han River water level한강수위 하락drop in Han River water level

Synonyms

수위하천수위

Related Phrases

수위계phrase
water level gauge
홍수 예보phrase
flood forecast
하천 관리phrase
river management

💡Pro Tip

Context Matters

When hearing '한강수위', pay attention to whether it's mentioned in weather reports, flood warnings, or water resource management. The context will indicate whether it's a routine measurement or a warning of potential danger.

⚡Gold Rule

Technical vs. General Use

In technical contexts (e.g., engineering reports), '한강수위' refers to precise measurements. In general news or casual conversation, it may be used more loosely to indicate flood risk or water conditions.

📖Word Origin

Composed of '한강' (Han River) + '수위' (water level). '한강' refers to the Han River, Korea's largest river, flowing through Seoul. '수위' combines '수' (water) and '위' (level/position), indicating the height of water in a river or reservoir.

📝Usage Notes

The term is specific to the Han River and is not used for other rivers in Korea. It is commonly reported in news during the rainy season (장마철) or when flood warnings are issued.

Word Breakdown

한강
Han River (name of the river)
root
+
수위
water level
root
한영사전

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