Korean word

단추

Pronunciation

Romanizationtanchu

Meaning

  • nounbutton

Example

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

The button on the pants came undone.

Illustration for 단추 (button)

More examples

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

Remove the button when washing.

Core concept

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

Common phrases

  • 단추를 풀다tan chu reul pul da

    undo a button

  • 단추를 꿰매다tan chu reul kkwe mae da

    sew on a button

  • 단추를 교체하다tan chu reul kyo che ha da

    replace a button

Similar words

버튼peoteun: A physical or on-screen control pressed to make a device or program do something.
단추구멍tanchugumeong: A small opening in clothing where a button is pushed through.
지퍼chipeo: A fastener with teeth that opens and closes clothing or bags by sliding.

Definition in Korean

단추는 옷의 앞섶이나 소매 등을 여닫을 때 쓰는 작은 고정장치tan chu neun o sui ap sseo pi na so mae teung eul yeo da deul ttae sseu neun cha geun ko jeong jang chi

Word origin

The exact origin of 단추 (danchu, "button") is uncertain, so it is best learned as the Korean word for this clothing fastener.

Usage tips

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

Related words

  • 단추구멍tanchugumeongbuttonholenoun

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