“조명” (jo-myeong) means “lighting” or “illumination” in Korean. It refers to the use of light sources to brighten a space, whether for practical, decorative, or artistic purposes.
Types of Lighting:
직접 조명 (jik-jeop jo-myeong) – Direct lighting, where light shines directly onto a surface.
간접 조명 (gan-jeop jo-myeong) – Indirect lighting, where light is reflected off walls or ceilings for a softer effect.
무드등 (mu-deu-deung) – Mood lighting, used to create a cozy or atmospheric ambiance.
식탁등 (sik-tak-deung) – Dining table lights, often pendant lamps that hang above a table.
거실등 (geo-sil-deung) – Living room lights, typically ceiling fixtures or floor lamps.
독서등 (dok-seo-deung) – Reading lights, designed to provide focused illumination for reading.
촛불 (chot-bul) – Candlelight, often used for a soft, warm glow.
촛불을 켜니까 분위기가 더 아늑해졌어요. (chot-bul-eul kye-ni-kka bun-wi-gi-ga deo a-neuk-hae-jyeoss-eo-yo.) – The atmosphere became cozier when I lit the candles.
횃불 (hoet-bul) – Torch, used for guiding the way in darkness.
옛날 사람들은 횃불로 길을 밝혔어요. (yet-nal sa-ram-deul-eun hoet-bul-lo gil-eul bal-kyeoss-eo-yo.) – In the past, people used torches to light the way.
난로 불빛 (nan-lo bul-bit) – The glow from a fireplace, creating a warm ambiance.
벽난로의 불빛이 너무 따뜻해 보여요. (byeok-nan-lo-ui bul-bit-i neo-mu tta-tteut-hae bo-yeo-yo.) – The glow of the fireplace looks so warm.
캠프파이어 (kaem-peu-pa-i-eo) – Campfire, often used for outdoor lighting and warmth.