Korean Dictionary
How to say "Horizontal" in Korean
“Horizontal” in Korean is 수평 (pronounced "Supyeong").
수평
Supyeong
Usage & Context
Subyeong is the Korean word for horizontal. Horizontal lines are used in Korean design to create stability and calmness. They represent rest and balance.
Example Sentence
수평선이 안정적이에요.
The horizontal line is stable.
How to use 수평 naturally
Quick answer
The Korean word for “Horizontal” is 수평, romanized as Supyeong.
Usage tip
Learn this word together with a complete Korean sentence. Meaning often depends on particles, politeness level, and word order.
Common mistake
Do not rely only on the English meaning. Read the Korean example sentence and notice the particles, word order, and politeness level around 수평.
Pronunciation Guide
The first syllable, 'Su' (수), sounds like 'soo' in 'soon'. The second syllable, 'pyeong' (평), sounds like 'pyeong' in 'Pyeongchang', rhyming with 'young' but with a 'p' and 'y' sound at the beginning. The 'eo' vowel is like 'saw'.
More Example Sentences
Giving advice for home decoration.
그림을 걸 때 수평이 맞는지 확인해야 해요.
When hanging a picture, you need to check if it's horizontal.
Describing a scenic view.
바다의 수평선이 정말 아름다웠어요.
The horizontal line of the sea (horizon) was truly beautiful.
Complaining about a piece of furniture.
이 테이블은 수평이 안 맞아서 흔들려요.
This table isn't level (horizontal), so it wobbles.
Cultural Context
While '수평' literally means horizontal, it's often used in the context of '수평선' (horizon), which holds significant aesthetic value in Korean landscapes and art, symbolizing vastness and calm. It also relates to '수평적 관계' (horizontal relationship), referring to egalitarian or peer-to-peer interactions, a concept gaining importance in modern Korean corporate culture as a contrast to traditional hierarchy.
Editorial note
We review entries like 수평 for pronunciation, example sentence fit, and learner mistakes so the page answers more than a direct dictionary lookup.
Reviewed by Min-jung Park, Korean Language Teacher. Updated May 31, 2026. See our editorial standards.
Common Phrases
수평을 맞추다
to level, to make horizontal
수평 관계
horizontal relationship (e.g., among peers)
수평 이동
horizontal movement
Related Expressions
수직
sujik
vertical (antonym)
수평선
supyeongseon
horizon, horizontal line (related noun)
가로
garo
width, horizontal (related concept, often used for dimensions)
평행
pyeonghaeng
parallel (related geometric concept)
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