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단추 meaning and pronunciation

danchu · button

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Dictionary entry

NIKL target code 28375
Part of speech: 명사Pronunciation: 단추Level: Beginner · NIKL learner grade
  1. 1.

    옷을 여미기 위해 사용하는 작고 동그란 물건.

    English: button — A small, round object used to fasten the clothing.

    Examples

    • 바지의 단추.
    • 소매의 단추.
    • 양복의 단추.
    • 단추가 떨어지다.
    • 단추가 빠지다.
    • 단추를 끼우다.
  2. 2.

    기계를 움직이거나 조절하기 위해 누르는 장치.

    English: button — An object on a machine that is pressed in order to operate or control it.

    Examples

    • 비상용 단추.
    • 전원 단추.
    • 호출 단추.
    • 단추가 고장이 나다.
    • 단추를 누르다.
    • 단추를 장착하다.
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