English–Korean
“compact” in Korean
Korean
Pronunciation
Romanizationsohyeong
Example
이 프린터는 소형이라서 휴대하기 편해요.i peu rin teo neun so hyeong i ra seo hyu dae ha gi pyeon hae yo
This printer is compact, so it is easy to carry.
How to say “compact” in Korean
“Compact” in Korean is 소형 (sohyeong).
A size category for an object, machine, or animal that is smaller than usual.
Example sentences with 소형
출장에는 소형 가방이 편해요.chul jang e neun so hyeong ka bang i pyeon hae yo
A compact bag is convenient for business trips.
Tips for using 소형
- English compact often suggests easy handling or efficient use of space, while Korean focuses first on the smaller size category.