English–Korean

“cow” in Korean

Korean

Pronunciation

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Example

시골에서 소를 키워요.si go re seo so reul ki wo yo

We raise cows in the countryside.

Illustration for 소 (cow)

How to say “cow” in Korean

“Cow” in Korean is 소 (so).

A large farm animal raised as a dependable source of milk, meat, or work.

Full entry for 소: usage tips, similar words and word origin

Example sentences with 소

시장에 소고기가 많이 나왔어요.si jang e so go gi ga ma ni na wa sseo yo

A lot of beef came onto the market.

Tips for using 소

  • English often uses cow mainly for an adult female, while this Korean word can refer more broadly to farm cattle, so the exact English choice depends on context.

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