How do you say "bamboo" in Korean?

대나무

daenamu

Noun Hangul

In Korean, "bamboo" is 대나무 (daenamu).

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Pronunciation

Glide through "daenamu" without pausing between syllables, keeping the rhythm brisk like a quick knock at a door.

Writing and usage

대나무 is written using hangul. It's a noun, and this word is also taught inside the Noun Town language learning game, where it appears in interactive lessons alongside hundreds of other everyday words.

Example sentence

판다는 대나무를 씹었어요.

pandaneun daenamureul ssibeosseoyo.

The panda chewed on the bamboo.

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How to remember 대나무

Chop "daenamu" into two pieces in your head, giving each piece its own tiny picture tied to a bamboo.

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Questions about 대나무

How do you pronounce 대나무?

Glide through "daenamu" without pausing between syllables, keeping the rhythm brisk like a quick knock at a door.

Is 대나무 formal or casual?

대나무 is a neutral, everyday word that works in both casual and polite speech. The level of formality comes from the sentence structure around it, not from the word itself.

How is 대나무 written in Korean?

대나무 is written using hangul. Romanised, it reads as daenamu.

Where can I practice Korean words for free?

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"Bamboo" in other languages

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