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세수하다 meaning and pronunciation

sesuhada · wash up

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Dictionary entry

NIKL target code 63549
Part of speech: 동사Pronunciation: 세ː수하다Level: Beginner · NIKL learner grade
Conjugate 세수하다: speech levels, questions & connectors
  1. 1.

    물로 손이나 얼굴을 씻다.

    English: wash up — To wash one's hands or face with water.

    Examples

    • 더운물로 세수하다.
    • 비누로 세수하다.
    • 세안제로 세수하다.
    • 찬물에 세수하다.
    • 꼼꼼히 세수하다.
    • 아이가 어느덧 혼자 머리를 감고 세수할 만큼 자랐다.
Origin
洗手하다
Categories
삶 > 일상 행위

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