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마우스

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Meaning and Usage

The Korean word '마우스' refers specifically to the computer mouse, the input device used to control the cursor on a screen. It is a loanword from English and is widely used in everyday conversation related to computers and technology.

Common Contexts

You will often hear '마우스' when talking about computer hardware, gaming, or office work. It is usually paired with words like '클릭하다' (to click), '패드' (pad), or '버튼' (button).

Collocations and Patterns

  • 마우스를 클릭하다: to click the mouse; a very common action when using a computer.
  • 마우스 패드: mouse pad; essential for smooth mouse movement.
  • 무선 마우스: wireless mouse; refers to a mouse without a cable.

Register and Politeness

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

Common Mistakes

Learners sometimes confuse '마우스' with '쥐' (mouse, the animal). Remember that '마우스' is specifically for the computer device, while '쥐' refers to the animal.

Example Sentences

컴퓨터를 사용할 때 마우스를 자주 클릭해요.

Keompyuteoreul sayonghal ttae mauseureul jaju keullikhaeyo.

I often click the mouse when using the computer.

마우스 패드가 없으면 마우스가 잘 움직이지 않아요.

Mauseu paedeuga eopseumyeon mauseuga jal umjigiji anayo.

If there is no mouse pad, the mouse doesn't move well.

새 마우스를 샀는데 클릭감이 정말 좋아요.

Sae mauseureul satneunde keullikgami jeongmal joayo.

I bought a new mouse, and the click feeling is really good.