Korean Dictionary
How to say "Rifle" in Korean
“Rifle” in Korean is 소총 (pronounced "Sochong").
소총
Sochong
Usage & Context
Military term related to rifle. Important vocabulary for understanding Korean military culture and defense terminology.
Example Sentence
이것은 소총에 대한 예문입니다.
This is an example sentence about rifle.
How to use 소총 naturally
Quick answer
The Korean word for “Rifle” is 소총, romanized as Sochong.
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 소총.
Pronunciation Guide
For 소총 (Sochong), 'So' sounds like 'so' in 'soda'. 'Chong' sounds like 'chong' in 'strong' but with a 'ch' sound as in 'church' followed by 'ong' as in 'song'. The stress is fairly even, with a slight emphasis on 'chong'.
More Example Sentences
Discussing military training.
군인들은 소총 사격 훈련을 받습니다.
Soldiers receive rifle shooting training.
Describing a guard's duty.
그는 소총을 들고 경계 근무를 섰습니다.
He stood guard duty holding a rifle.
Visiting a museum exhibit.
박물관에는 다양한 종류의 소총이 전시되어 있습니다.
Various types of rifles are displayed in the museum.
Cultural Context
소총 (rifle) is a fundamental piece of equipment for soldiers in South Korea, given the mandatory military service. The K2 rifle (K2 소총) is the standard-issue service rifle for the Republic of Korea Armed Forces, and its image is iconic. Discussions about military life, training, and defense often involve this term. It's a common sight in military-themed K-dramas or movies, reflecting its significance in Korean society.
Editorial note
We review entries like 소총 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
소총 사격
Rifle shooting
소총 훈련
Rifle training
자동 소총
Automatic rifle
Related Expressions
권총
Gwonchong
Pistol/Handgun
기관총
Gigwanjong
Machine gun
총
Chong
Gun (general term)
총기
Chonggi
Firearms
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