Korean Dictionary
How to say "Resolution" in Korean
“Resolution” in Korean is 해상도 (pronounced "haesangdo").
해상도
haesangdo
Usage & Context
The clarity and detail of a display measured in pixels. High resolution displays are important for Korean consumers when choosing devices.
Example Sentence
해상도가 높은 모니터를 샀어요.
I bought a high resolution monitor.
How to use 해상도 naturally
Quick answer
The Korean word for “Resolution” is 해상도, romanized as haesangdo.
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 해상도.
Pronunciation Guide
Pronounce '해' like 'heh' (as in 'hey' without the 'y'). '상' is like 'sang' (as in 'sang a song'). '도' sounds like 'doe' (a female deer). The stress is relatively even across syllables.
More Example Sentences
Critiquing the quality of a digital image.
이 사진은 해상도가 너무 낮아요.
This photo's resolution is too low.
Expressing a desire for a tech upgrade.
4K 해상도 모니터로 바꾸고 싶어요.
I want to switch to a 4K resolution monitor.
Giving advice on gaming setup or experience.
게임할 때는 높은 해상도가 중요해요.
High resolution is important when playing games.
Cultural Context
In tech-savvy Korea, '해상도' is a frequently used term when discussing screens, cameras, and digital content. Consumers often prioritize high resolution for a better viewing or gaming experience, especially with the prevalence of high-definition media. It's common to hear people compare '풀 HD (Full HD),' '4K,' or even '8K' resolutions when buying new devices or watching streaming content, reflecting a strong emphasis on visual quality.
Editorial note
We review entries like 해상도 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
해상도가 높다
to have high resolution
해상도 설정
resolution settings
화면 해상도
screen resolution
Related Expressions
화질
hwajil
picture quality
픽셀
piksel
pixel
선명도
seonmyeongdo
clarity
고해상도
gohaesangdo
high resolution
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