English–Korean

“button” in Korean

Korean

Also버튼 (peoteun)

Pronunciation

Romanizationtanchu

Example

바지 단추가 풀렸어요.pa ji tan chu ga pul lyeo sseo yo

The button on the pants came undone.

Illustration for 단추 (button)

How to say “button” in Korean

“Button” in Korean is 단추 (tanchu).

A small fastener that joins the edges of clothing so they can be opened and closed.

Full entry for 단추: usage tips, similar words and word origin

Example sentences with 단추

세탁할 때는 단추를 빼세요.se ta kal ttae neun tan chu reul ppae se yo

Remove the button when washing.

Tips for using 단추

  • English speakers can connect this word with everyday clothing actions such as fastening a shirt or closing a jacket.

Other Korean words for “button”

이 버튼을 눌러 주세요.i peo teu neul nul leo chu se yo

Please press this button.

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