Korean Dictionary
How to say “Sea Woman Diver” in Korean
해녀
Haenyeo
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Usage & Context
해녀 are the legendary female free-divers of Jeju Island who harvest seafood by diving without breathing equipment. They are a UNESCO Intangible Cultural Heritage representing Korean female strength and resilience. Haenyeo can dive to depths of 10 to 20 meters and hold their breath for minutes at a time.
Example Sentence
해녀는 제주도의 소중한 문화유산이에요.
Haenyeo are a precious cultural heritage of Jeju Island.
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