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종이컵

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Meaning and Usage

The word '종이컵' specifically refers to a disposable paper cup commonly used for drinks. It is a compound noun combining '종이' (paper) and '컵' (cup).

Common Contexts

You will often hear '종이컵' in settings like offices, meetings, parties, or outdoor events where disposable cups are convenient. It is frequently used when talking about serving water, coffee, or other beverages.

Collocations and Patterns

  • 종이컵에 물을 따라 주세요: Asking someone to pour water into a paper cup.
  • 종이컵 대신 텀블러를 사용하다: Using a tumbler instead of a paper cup, often for environmental reasons.
  • 종이컵을 준비하다: To prepare paper cups, common in event or meeting contexts.

Register and Politeness

'종이컵' is a neutral noun and can be used in both formal and informal situations without change.

Learner Tips

A common confusion might be mixing '종이컵' with '플라스틱 컵' (plastic cup). Remember that '종이컵' always implies paper material, which is often disposable and environmentally friendlier. When ordering or requesting, specifying '종이컵' helps clarify the type of cup you want.

Example Sentences

회의실에 종이컵이 준비되어 있어요.

Hoeuisire jongikeopi junbidoeeo isseoyo.

There are paper cups prepared in the meeting room.

종이컵에 물을 조금만 따라 주세요.

Jongikeope mureul jogeumman ttara juseyo.

Please pour just a little water into the paper cup.

환경을 생각해서 종이컵 대신 텀블러를 사용해요.

Hwangyeongeul saenggakhaeseo jongikeop daesin teombeulleoreul sayonghaeyo.

Thinking about the environment, I use a tumbler instead of a paper cup.