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손끝

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Understanding '손끝' (Fingertips)

The word '손끝' literally means 'fingertips' and refers to the very tips of the fingers. It is often used to describe delicate touch or sensitivity, especially in contexts involving fine motor skills like playing instruments, drawing, or feeling textures.

Common Collocations and Usage

  • 손끝 감각 (fingertip sensitivity): Used to describe how sensitive or delicate someone's touch is.
  • 손끝으로 만지다 (to touch with fingertips): Emphasizes a gentle or precise touch.
  • 손끝에서 느껴지다 (to be felt at the fingertips): Often used metaphorically to express subtle sensations.

Register and Nuance

'손끝' is a neutral noun and can be used in both formal and informal contexts. It often appears in descriptive or poetic language to highlight subtlety or precision.

Learner Tips

A common mistake is to confuse '손끝' with '손가락' (finger) or '손바닥' (palm). Remember, '손끝' specifically refers to the very tip of the finger, not the whole finger or palm. Using it correctly can add vividness when describing tactile experiences or fine movements.

Example Sentences

그는 손끝으로 피아노 건반을 부드럽게 눌렀다.

Geuneun sonkkeuteuro piano geonbaneul budeureopge nulleotda.

He gently pressed the piano keys with his fingertips.

손끝 감각이 예민한 사람은 작은 차이도 잘 느낀다.

Sonkkeut gamgagi yeminhan sarameun jageun chaido jal neukkinda.

People with sensitive fingertips can easily feel even small differences.

손끝으로 그림을 그릴 때는 섬세한 표현이 중요하다.

Sonkkeuteuro geurimeul geuril ttaeneun seomsehan pyohyeoni jungyohada.

When drawing with your fingertips, delicate expression is important.