직사각형
jiksagakhyeong[t͡ɕiks͈a̠ɡa̠cçʌ̹ŋ]
The English word 'rectangle' is translated into Korean as 직사각형 (jiksagakhyeong). Wiktionary also lists 구형 (guhyeong) and 장방형 (jangbanghyeong).
Meaning: quadrilateral (noun)
Ways to say it
| Korean | Romanization (Wiktionary) | IPA |
|---|---|---|
| 직사각형 | jiksagakhyeong | [t͡ɕiks͈a̠ɡa̠cçʌ̹ŋ] (SK Standard, Seoul, narrow) |
| 구형 | guhyeong | |
| 장방형 | jangbanghyeong |
What does it mean word for word?
The word 직사각형 is composed of the elements 직 (right angle), 사 (four), 각 (angle) and 형 (shape).
Which one should you use?
While 직사각형 specifically denotes a rectangle with four right angles, the word 정사각형 refers to a square, which is a shape with four equal sides and four right angles. Additionally, 구형 is a form provided in the pack.
Is there a formal and an informal way to say it?
직사각형 is the formal term for a rectangle. For a more informal or shortened version, you can use 직사각. In academic, mathematical or architectural contexts, the more technical term 장방형 is used to describe an oblong or rectangular shape.
How do you pronounce it?
jiksagakhyeong
Did you know?
- While 직사각형 is the geometric term, Koreans often use the word 네모 for any four-sided shape in casual settings. In this context, 네모 can refer to both a square and a rectangle without distinction.
- The Korean word for square 정사각형 shares the same root for 'four angles' as 직사각형, but adds 정 meaning 'correct' or 'regular'. This implies that a square is the 'perfect' version of a rectangle.
- In Korean children's songs and early education, the 'rectangle' is often taught through the word 네모, which is an indigenous Korean word, whereas 직사각형 is introduced later in formal schooling.
Examples in context
- 이 블록은 사각형 모양이야.This block is in the shape of a rectangle.
- 멀리서 보이는 건 직사각 같아.It looks like a rectangle from afar.
- 이 종이는 직사각형 모양이에요.i jong-ineun jik-sang-hyeong mo-yang-i-e-yo.This paper is shaped like a rectangle.
- 칠판은 커다란 직사각형입니다.chil-pan-eun keo-da-ran jik-sang-hyeong-im-ni-da.The chalkboard is a large rectangle.
- 직사각형을 그려 주세요.jik-sang-hyeong-eul geu-ryeo ju-se-yo.Please draw a rectangle.
Example conversation
Ji-eun and Hyeon-woo are working on a geometry assignment together.
- 지은 Ji-eun현우 씨, 이 도형은 직사각형인가요?hyeon-u ssi, i do-hyeong-eun jik-sang-hyeong-in-ga-yo?Hyeon-woo, is this shape a rectangle?
- 현우 Hyeon-woo네, 맞아요. 아주 정확한 직사각형이에요.ne, ma-ja-yo. a-ju jeong-hwak-han jik-sang-hyeong-i-e-yo.Yes, that's right. It is a very accurate rectangle.
- 지은 Ji-eun그럼 다음에는 정삼각형을 그릴까요?geu-reom da-eum-e-neun jeong-sam-gak-hyeong-eul geu-ril-kka-yo?Then shall we draw an equilateral triangle next?
- 현우 Hyeon-woo좋아요. 제가 도와줄게요.jo-a-yo. je-ga do-wa-jul-ge-yo.Good idea. I will help you.
Sources
- Wiktionary, “rectangle” translations and entries 직사각형, CC BY-SA 4.0, dump of 2026-09-26.
