Korean word

수리

Pronunciation

Romanizationsuri

Meaning

  • nounrepair

Example

핸드폰을 수리 받았어요.haen deu po neul su ri pa da sseo yo

I had my phone repaired.

Illustration for 수리 (repair)

More examples

컴퓨터를 수리 맡겼는데 아직 연락이 없어요.keom pyu teo reul su ri mat kkyeon neun de a jik yeol la gi eop sseo yo

I left my computer for repair, but I have not heard back yet.

Core concept

A damaged item is brought back to working order.

Common phrases

  • 수리를 맡기다su ri reul mat kki da

    send in for repair

  • 수리비su ri bi

    repair cost

Similar words

수선suseon: Mending torn or worn clothing, bags, and other fabric goods.
정비cheongbi: Checking and servicing vehicle or machine parts to keep them working safely.
에이에스eieseu: Customer support from a maker or seller after a product is bought, including repairs or replacement.

Definition in Korean

고장난 기계나 물건을 본래 기능으로 되돌리거나 상태를 바로잡는 일.ko jang nan ki gye na mul geo neul pol lae ki neung eu ro toe dol li geo na sang tae reul pa ro jam neun il

Word origin

The word is a Sino-Korean compound from historical elements meaning mending and putting in order, which together suggest restoring something to proper condition.

Usage tips

  • This noun is useful for naming a service or process, so it appears naturally in repair shops, warranty notices, and maintenance records.

Other meanings

  • acceptancenoun

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