Korean Dictionary
How to say "Rectangle" in Korean
“Rectangle” in Korean is 직사각형 (pronounced "Jiksagakhyeong").
직사각형
Jiksagakhyeong
Usage & Context
Jiksagakhyeong is the Korean word for rectangle. Rectangles are commonly used in Korean architecture and design. They represent order and structure.
Example Sentence
직사각형 창문이 있어요.
There is a rectangular window.
How to use 직사각형 naturally
Quick answer
The Korean word for “Rectangle” is 직사각형, romanized as Jiksagakhyeong.
Usage tip
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Common mistake
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Pronunciation Guide
직 (Jik) sounds like "jik" (as in "jiggle" without the 'gle'). 사 (Sa) sounds like "sa" in "sad". 각 (gak) sounds like "gack". 형 (hyeong) sounds like "hyung". Combine them as "jik-sa-gack-hyung".
More Example Sentences
Describing the shape of a room.
우리 집 거실은 직사각형 모양이에요.
Our living room is rectangular.
Shopping for furniture.
직사각형 모양의 책상이 필요해요.
I need a rectangular desk.
Discussing an artwork's medium.
이 그림은 직사각형 캔버스에 그려졌어요.
This painting was drawn on a rectangular canvas.
Cultural Context
The rectangle (직사각형) is a ubiquitous shape in Korean architecture and design, representing order, structure, and practicality. From the layout of traditional hanok houses to modern high-rise buildings, rectangular forms are fundamental. In daily life, most common objects like books, phones, and tables are rectangular. This shape embodies a sense of stability and efficiency, aligning with the practical and organized aspects often valued in Korean society and design.
Editorial note
We review entries like 직사각형 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
직사각형 모양
Rectangle shape
직사각형 테이블
Rectangular table
직사각형 창문
Rectangular window
Related Expressions
사각형
Sagakhyeong
Square (a specific type of rectangle)
긴 네모
Gin nemo
Long square/rectangle (informal)
직선
Jikseon
Straight line (component of a rectangle)
면
Myeon
Face/Side/Surface (related to geometric planes)
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