Meaning and Usage
The verb '다리다' specifically means to iron clothes or to smooth out wrinkles using an iron. It is a common household verb used when preparing clothes to look neat and tidy.
Common Contexts
You will often hear '다리다' in contexts related to clothing care, such as before going to work or school, or when preparing clothes for special occasions.
Collocations and Patterns
- 셔츠를 다리다: to iron a shirt
- 옷을 다리다: to iron clothes
- 다림질을 하다: another way to say 'to iron'
- 다리다가 망치다: to ruin clothes by ironing incorrectly
Register and Politeness
'다리다' is a neutral verb and can be used in both formal and informal contexts. When giving instructions or advice, polite endings like '-세요' are common.
Common Mistakes
Learners sometimes confuse '다리다' with other verbs related to clothes, such as '빨다' (to wash) or '접다' (to fold). Remember, '다리다' is specifically about ironing or smoothing wrinkles with heat.