Korean word

가전

Pronunciation

Romanizationkajeon

Meaning

  • nounhome appliance

Example

새로운 가전을 샀어요.sae ro un ka jeo neul sa sseo yo

I bought a new appliance.

Illustration for 가전 (home appliance)

More examples

집에 오래된 가전이 몇 대 있어요.chi be o rae doen ka jeo ni myeot tae i sseo yo

There are several old appliances at home.

Core concept

The everyday machines and electrical devices that support household life.

Common phrases

  • 가전 수리ka jeon su ri

    home appliance repair

  • 새로운 가전sae ro un ka jeon

    new home appliance

  • 가전 할인ka jeon ha rin

    home appliance discount

Similar words

가전제품kajeonjepum: Electrical or electronic products made for household use.
전자제품cheonjajepum: Products using electronic technology, including phones, computers, and home equipment.
생활가전saenghwalgajeon: Appliances used regularly for cleaning, cooking, or other home routines.
주방가전chubanggajeon: Appliances used for cooking and other work in a kitchen.

Definition in Korean

가전제품의 약칭으로, 가정에서 전기를 이용해 작동하는 전자제품이나 전기기구를 가리키는 말ka jeon je pu mui yak ching eu ro ka jeong e seo cheon gi reul i yong hae chak ttong ha neun cheon ja je pu mi na cheon gi gi gu reul ka ri ki neun mal

Word origin

The word became established by shortening the Korean name for products that use electricity in the home.

Usage tips

  • When discussing household products in Korean, this short label is useful for asking about types, prices, or repairs without naming each appliance.

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