Level 4

도마

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Meaning and Usage

The Korean word '도마' refers specifically to a chopping board used in kitchens for cutting vegetables, meat, or other ingredients. It is a common household item and appears frequently in cooking contexts.

Common Collocations

  • 도마 위에 (on the chopping board): used to describe placing ingredients on the board.
  • 도마를 씻다 (wash the chopping board): emphasizes hygiene and cleanliness.
  • 도마가 크다/작다 (the chopping board is big/small): used when discussing the size of the board, which affects usability.

Practical Notes

When using '도마', speakers often imply the action of preparing food. It is a neutral noun with no particular formality level, suitable for everyday conversation.

A common learner mistake is confusing '도마' with other kitchen tools like '칼' (knife). Remember, '도마' is the board, not the cutting tool.

Understanding '도마' helps learners talk about cooking processes more naturally and specifically.

Example Sentences

도마 위에 채소를 올려놓고 썰었어요.

Doma wie chaesoreul olryeonohgo sseoreosseoyo.

I placed the vegetables on the chopping board and sliced them.

도마를 깨끗이 씻은 후에 사용하세요.

Domareul kkaekkeusi ssiseun hue sayonghaseyo.

Please use the chopping board after washing it cleanly.

도마가 너무 작아서 큰 고기를 자르기 힘들었어요.

Domaga neomu jageoseo keun gogireul jareugi himdeureosseoyo.

The chopping board was too small, so it was hard to cut the big meat.