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건전지

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Meaning and Usage

"건전지" refers specifically to a dry cell battery, commonly used in everyday electronic devices like remote controls, clocks, and toys. It is a noun and is often used in contexts involving replacing or recycling batteries.

Common Collocations

  • 건전지를 갈다: to replace the battery
  • 건전지가 다 떨어지다: the battery runs out
  • 건전지 재활용: battery recycling

Usage Notes

When Koreans say "건전지", they usually mean the small, portable batteries rather than car batteries or larger types. It is a neutral term used in both formal and informal contexts. A common learner mistake is confusing "건전지" with "배터리" (battery), which can refer to larger or rechargeable batteries; "건전지" specifically means disposable dry cells.

Practical Tips

You will often hear "건전지를 갈아 주세요" (Please change the battery) in stores or when asking for help. Also, be aware that proper disposal or recycling of "건전지" is important due to environmental concerns.

Example Sentences

리모컨에 건전지를 새로 갈아 넣었어요.

Rimokeone geonjeonjireul saero gara neoeosseoyo.

I replaced the battery in the remote control with a new one.

건전지가 다 떨어져서 시계를 멈췄어요.

Geonjeonjiga da tteoreojyeoseo sigyereul meomchwosseoyo.

The battery ran out, so the clock stopped.

건전지를 재활용할 때는 분리수거를 꼭 해야 합니다.

Geonjeonjireul jaehwalyonghal ttaeneun bunrisugeoreul kkok haeya hamnida.

When recycling batteries, you must separate them properly.