Korean Dictionary
How to say "Soundcheck" in Korean
“Soundcheck” in Korean is 사운드체크 (pronounced "saundeu chekeu").
사운드체크
saundeu chekeu
Usage & Context
사운드체크 is the process of testing audio equipment and settings before a live performance or recording session. K-pop concerts are known for their elaborate production, making soundchecks a critical part of the preparation process. Fan meetings often include a special soundcheck event for lucky ticket holders.
Example Sentence
콘서트 전에 사운드체크를 해야 합니다.
We need to do a soundcheck before the concert.
How to use 사운드체크 naturally
Quick answer
The Korean word for “Soundcheck” is 사운드체크, romanized as saundeu chekeu.
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 사운드체크.
Pronunciation Guide
Say "Sa-un-deu Che-keu." "Sa" rhymes with 'saw', "un" is like 'moon' without the 'm', and "deu" is a short 'duh' sound. "Che" sounds like 'chew' without the 'w', and "keu" is like 'coo' but with a harder 'k' sound. The 'eu' vowel is a neutral, short sound.
More Example Sentences
A band member discussing rehearsal issues.
오늘 사운드체크 때 마이크 문제가 좀 있었어.
There was a bit of a microphone issue during soundcheck today.
A K-pop fan sharing excitement about a special event.
팬미팅 사운드체크 이벤트 당첨돼서 너무 설레!
I'm so excited because I won the fan meeting soundcheck event!
A TV producer emphasizing preparation.
방송 전에 사운드체크는 필수죠.
Soundcheck is essential before broadcasting.
Cultural Context
사운드체크 is a direct transliteration from English and is widely understood and used in the Korean music industry, especially within K-pop. For fans, attending a '사운드체크 이벤트' (soundcheck event) at a concert or fan meeting is a highly coveted experience, offering a more intimate glimpse of their idols before the main show. It's often a special perk for high-tier ticket holders or fan club members, highlighting the importance of fan engagement in K-pop culture.
Editorial note
We review entries like 사운드체크 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
사운드체크 시작할게요.
Let's start the soundcheck.
사운드체크 괜찮았어요?
Was the soundcheck okay?
사운드체크 때 봐요!
See you at soundcheck!
Related Expressions
리허설
riheoseol
rehearsal
음향 점검
eumhyang jeomgeom
sound inspection/check (more formal/technical)
무대 준비
mudae junbi
stage preparation
공연 준비
gongyeon junbi
performance preparation
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