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수돗물

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Understanding '수돗물' (Tap Water)

'수돗물' refers specifically to water supplied through the public water system, commonly known as tap water. It is a basic term used in everyday conversation when discussing water quality, availability, or usage at home or in public places.

Common Contexts

People often talk about '수돗물' when discussing whether it is safe to drink directly, if there are interruptions in supply, or when comparing it to bottled or purified water. It is a neutral term without formality levels, suitable for all registers.

Typical Collocations

  • 수돗물 마시다: to drink tap water, often used when emphasizing water safety.
  • 수돗물 끊기다: tap water being cut off, used when there is a supply problem.
  • 수돗물 대신: instead of tap water, often followed by alternatives like bottled water or purified water.

Usage Tips

When using '수돗물', speakers often imply concerns about cleanliness or safety. For example, saying '수돗물이 깨끗하다' suggests the water is safe to drink. Learners should avoid confusing '수돗물' with '생수' (bottled water) or '정수기 물' (purified water), which are different sources.

Remember, '수돗물' is a very practical word used in daily life, especially when discussing household water use or public utilities.

Example Sentences

우리 집 수돗물은 깨끗해서 바로 마셔도 괜찮아요.

Uri jip sudotmureun kkaekkeuthaeseo baro masyeodo gwaenchana yo.

The tap water in our house is clean, so it's okay to drink it right away.

수돗물이 끊겨서 생수를 사야 했어요.

Sudotmuri kkeun-gyeoseo saengsureul saya haesseoyo.

The tap water was cut off, so I had to buy bottled water.

수돗물 대신 정수기를 사용하면 더 안전해요.

Sudotmul daesin jeongsugireul sayonghamyeon deo anjeonhaeyo.

Using a water purifier instead of tap water is safer.