Korean Dictionary
How to say "Automatic Feeder" in Korean
“Automatic Feeder” in Korean is 자동 급식기 (pronounced "jadong geupsikg").
자동 급식기
jadong geupsikg
Usage & Context
A device that dispenses predetermined amounts of pet food at scheduled times. Automatic feeders are popular among busy Korean pet owners who cannot always be home to feed their pets on time.
Example Sentence
자동 급식기 덕분에 외출해도 걱정 없어요.
Thanks to the automatic feeder, I have no worries when going out.
How to use 자동 급식기 naturally
Quick answer
The Korean word for “Automatic Feeder” is 자동 급식기, romanized as jadong geupsikg.
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Common mistake
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Pronunciation Guide
'자동' (jadong) is pronounced 'ja-dong'. 'Ja' is like 'jar' without the 'r', and 'dong' is like 'dong' (as in a gong). '급식기' (geupsikgi) is pronounced 'geup-sik-gi'. 'Geup' is like 'goop', 'sik' is like 'sick', and 'gi' is like 'gee'.
More Example Sentences
A busy pet owner expressing relief about pet care.
자동 급식기 덕분에 출근 걱정이 줄었어요.
Thanks to the automatic feeder, my worries about going to work have decreased.
Talking about a new smart pet device purchase.
스마트폰으로 제어되는 자동 급식기를 구매했어요.
I bought an automatic feeder that can be controlled with a smartphone.
Giving advice on pet care during travel.
장기간 집을 비울 때 자동 급식기가 정말 유용해요.
An automatic feeder is really useful when you're away from home for a long time.
Cultural Context
With Korea's fast-paced lifestyle and increasing number of single-person households, '자동 급식기' has become an essential item for many pet owners. It allows them to manage their pets' feeding schedules even when they're at work or traveling, ensuring their '반려동물' (ballyeodongmul, companion animal) is well-fed. The market for smart pet devices, including feeders with cameras and app control, is booming in Korea.
Editorial note
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Reviewed by Min-jung Park, Korean Language Teacher. Updated May 31, 2026. See our editorial standards.
Common Phrases
자동 급식기 추천
automatic feeder recommendation
자동 급식기 설정
automatic feeder settings
자동 급식기 사용법
how to use an automatic feeder
Related Expressions
자동
jadong
automatic
급식
geupsik
feeding
사료
saryo
pet food
스마트 펫 기기
seumateu pet gigi
smart pet device
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