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세수

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Meaning and Usage

The Korean word '세수' specifically means 'washing one's face.' It is a common daily routine and is often mentioned in contexts related to personal hygiene and morning or evening rituals.

Common Contexts

'세수' is typically used when talking about cleaning the face, especially after waking up or before going to bed. It can also be used when discussing skincare or refreshing oneself during the day.

Collocations and Patterns

  • 세수를 하다: to wash one's face (the most common collocation)
  • 세수를 하고 나다: after washing one's face
  • 세수를 자주 하다: to wash one's face frequently

Register and Politeness

'세수' is a neutral term and can be used in both casual and polite speech. When combined with 하다 (to do), it forms a verb phrase that is easy to use in everyday conversation.

Common Mistakes

Learners sometimes confuse '세수' with '손 씻기' (washing hands). Remember, '세수' is specifically for the face, while '손 씻기' refers to washing hands.

Example Sentences

아침에 일어나서 바로 세수를 해요.

Achim-e il-eonaseo baro sesureul haeyo.

I wash my face right after waking up in the morning.

더운 날에는 자주 세수를 하는 것이 좋아요.

Deoun nal-eneun jaju sesureul haneun geosi joayo.

On hot days, it's good to wash your face often.

세수를 하고 나면 피부가 상쾌해져요.

Sesureul hago namyeon pibuga sangkwaehaejyeoyo.

After washing your face, your skin feels refreshed.