Level 5

고무

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Meaning and Usage

The word '고무' refers to rubber, a flexible and elastic material commonly used in everyday items. It can mean natural rubber or synthetic rubber depending on context.

Common Collocations

  • 고무 밑창 (rubber sole): used in shoes to provide grip and durability.
  • 고무줄 (rubber band): a stretchy band used to hold things together.
  • 고무 장갑 (rubber gloves): gloves made of rubber, often used for cleaning or protection.

Usage Notes

'고무' is a noun and is often combined with other nouns to describe objects made from rubber. It is a neutral term used in both formal and informal contexts. When talking about elastic properties, '고무' emphasizes flexibility and stretchiness.

Common Mistakes

Learners sometimes confuse '고무' with '고무적' (encouraging) due to similar sounds. Remember '고무' strictly refers to the material rubber, not emotions or abstract concepts.

Example Sentences

이 신발은 고무 밑창이 있어서 미끄럽지 않아요.

I sinbareun gomu mitchang-i isseoseo mikkeureopji anayo.

These shoes have rubber soles, so they are not slippery.

고무줄을 이용해서 책을 묶었어요.

Gomujureul iyonghaeseo chaeg-eul muk-eosseoyo.

I used a rubber band to tie the books.

고무 장갑을 끼고 청소를 하면 손이 보호돼요.

Gomu janggab-eul kkigo cheongso-reul hamyeon son-i boho dwaeyo.

If you wear rubber gloves while cleaning, your hands are protected.