2/4 Washing Machine

DIALOG>> Can you put the laundry in the washer?

Can you put the laundry in the washer?
* washer(wash): 세탁기
ex> The washer buzzes when it's done.

Do you want me to do the whites or colors?

Make sure to change the water temperature to warm.

Where's the detergent?


RESPONSE>> Talk about typical washing machines that are used in Korea.

This is the large drum-like barrel in the middle of the machine.
* barrel: 통
ex> He has a big drum-like tummy that sticks out.

Pour in the detergent and fabric softener.
* detergent: 세제
* fabric softener: 섬유 유연제
ex> We need to pick up some detergent from the store.

Push the buttons at the top of the machine to start the wash.

You can make adjustments depending on the type of laundry.
* make adjustments: 조절/조정을 하다.
ex> I'll make some adjustments to my schedule.

You can change the water temperature or number of spin cycles.
ex> He changed the water temperature to make it warmer.

Many washers these days also work as driers.
* drier: 건조기

Koreans are still more used to hang drying their laundry.
* hang dry: 널어서 말리다
ex> I just hang dry my laundry all the time.


@ I really want to talk you out of quitting. 네가 그만두려는 것 말리고 싶어.

1. My wife wants to buy a new washer.
2. The company need to make adjustments to its business practices.
3. Please change the water temperature to cold.
4. I hang dry my laundry on the clothes rack.