English–Korean
“short story” in Korean
Korean
Pronunciation
Romanizationtanpyeon
Example
그 작가는 단편을 통해 유명해졌다.keu chak kka neun tan pyeo neul tong hae yu myeong hae jeot tta
The writer became famous through short stories.
How to say “short story” in Korean
“Short story” in Korean is 단편 (tanpyeon).
A complete story told in a small space, usually around one character or moment.
Example sentences with 단편
서점에서 단편집을 샀다.seo jeo me seo tan pyeon ji beul sat tta
I bought a short story collection at a bookstore.
Tips for using 단편
- Unlike the English label short story, this Korean term can also describe a short work in another medium, with context showing whether it is literary or filmed.