Korean word

세제

Pronunciation

Romanizationseje

Meaning

  • noundetergent

Example

빨래할 때 세제를 너무 많이 넣지 마세요.ppal lae hal ttae se je reul neo mu ma ni neo chi ma se yo

When doing laundry, don't use too much detergent.

Illustration for 세제 (detergent)

More examples

아이 손이 닿지 않는 곳에 세제를 보관하세요.a i so ni ta chi an neun ko se se je reul po gwan ha se yo

Keep detergent out of the reach of children.

Core concept

A prepared cleaning substance, either liquid or powdered, that carries away grime and grease during washing.

Common phrases

  • 세제 보관법se je po gwan beop

    detergent storage

  • 세제를 희석하다se je reul hi seo ka da

    dilute detergent

  • 세제 성분se je seong bun

    detergent ingredients

Similar words

세탁세제setaksseje: A cleaning product made for removing dirt from clothes during washing.
주방세제chubangseje: A cleaning liquid made for removing grease and food from dishes and cookware.
비누pinu: A solid or liquid cleaner that removes dirt and oil from hands and the body.
세정제sejeongje: A product used to remove dirt from surfaces such as kitchen counters and floors.

Definition in Korean

세제는 옷이나 식기 등 물건의 때와 기름을 없애기 위해 쓰는 액체나 가루 형태의 세정 물질.se je neun o si na sik kki teung mul geo nui ttae wa ki reu meul eop ssae gi wi hae sseu neun aek che na ka ru hyeong tae ui se jeong mul jjil

Word origin

Its Sino-Korean formation joins the idea of washing with the idea of an agent, producing the meaning of a washing agent.

Usage tips

  • When reading Korean household labels, checking the intended use helps distinguish laundry products from products for washing dishes.

Related words

  • 주방용세제chubangyongsejedishwashing detergentnoun
  • 세탁세제setakssejelaundry detergentnoun

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