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청소기

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Understanding '청소기'

'청소기' specifically refers to a vacuum cleaner, a common household appliance used to clean floors and carpets by suctioning dust and debris. It is a noun and typically used in everyday conversation about cleaning.

Usage and Context

When talking about cleaning, '청소기' is often paired with verbs like '돌리다' (to operate/run), '사용하다' (to use), and '사다' (to buy). It is important to mention parts like '먼지통' (dust container) or '전원 코드' (power cord) when discussing maintenance or operation.

Common Collocations

  • 청소기를 돌리다: to run the vacuum cleaner
  • 청소기를 사용하다: to use the vacuum cleaner
  • 청소기를 사다: to buy a vacuum cleaner
  • 먼지통을 비우다: to empty the dust container

Register and Politeness

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

Learner Tips

A common mistake is confusing '청소기' with '빗자루' (broom). Remember, '청소기' refers to an electric vacuum cleaner, while '빗자루' is a manual sweeping tool. Use '청소기' when referring to vacuum cleaning specifically.

Example Sentences

새로 산 청소기가 정말 강력해서 먼지가 잘 빨려 들어가요.

Saero san cheongsogi ga jeongmal gangryeokhaeseo meonjiga jal ppallyeo deureogayo.

The new vacuum cleaner I bought is really powerful, so dust gets sucked in well.

청소기를 돌릴 때는 전원 코드를 꼭 확인하세요.

Cheongsogireul dollil ttaeneun jeonwon kodeureul kkok hwakinhaeseyo.

Make sure to check the power cord when using the vacuum cleaner.

청소기를 사용한 후에는 먼지통을 비워야 해요.

Cheongsogireul sayonghan hueneun meonjitong-eul biwoya haeyo.

After using the vacuum cleaner, you need to empty the dust container.