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กะทัดรัด

Pronunciation

kàthátrát

กะทัดรัด

kàthátrát

compact

Native recording

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  1. 1 compact、well-proportioned、neatly sized、not bulky
  2. 2 concisely、succinctly、briefly and clearly

This word describes something that is compact, neat, and well put together without unnecessary bulk. For objects it means compact and practical; for writing or speech it means concise and well organized.

1

compact、well-proportioned、neatly sized、not bulky

Adjective⭐️3 Common

Used for things, spaces, or shapes that are compact, well-proportioned, and practical rather than bulky.

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concisely、succinctly、briefly and clearly

Adverb⭐️2 Not often used

Used for writing, explanations, or presentations done concisely, with the main points kept clear and unnecessary words removed.

Learning notes

Explanation

กะทัดรัด carries a positive sense of being compact, tidy, and well arranged. It is not just about being small; it suggests that the size, shape, or wording is practical and not excessive. It works with physical things such as bags, rooms, houses, and designs, and also with writing or explanations.

Usage

You will often see it in product descriptions, reviews, interior design, comments about rooms or houses, and feedback on writing, reports, or presentations.

Caution

Do not treat it as the same as เล็ก, “small.” กะทัดรัด usually implies that something is compact in a useful, well-organized way, so it does not fit well for something that is merely small but awkward or inconvenient.

Differences from similar words

1 compact synonyms

  • สมส่วน emphasizes balanced proportions. กะทัดรัด focuses more on being compact, neat, and not bulky.

  • เล็ก simply means small in size. กะทัดรัด adds the idea that something is compact, practical, and neatly arranged.

2 concisely synonyms

  • กระชับ is commonly used for concise, tight wording or explanations. กะทัดรัด can also describe compact objects, spaces, or designs.

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