Difference between to break and go rotten in Korean
깨뜨리다·상하다
깨뜨리다to break
The word "to break" (깨뜨리다) means to damage something so it cracks or breaks into pieces. You use it for things like cups, windows, plates, or bottles when a person causes the damage. It is common in everyday situations, especially when something is broken by accident.
How to say to break
상하다go rotten
(상하다) means that food is no longer fresh and has gone bad or rotten. Korean speakers often use it for things like milk, meat, fruit, or lunch boxes. You can use it when food smells bad, looks bad, or is not safe to eat.
How to say go rottenThe difference
깨뜨리다 is used when something is broken by force or by accident, like a cup or window. 상하다 is usually used when food goes bad and is not safe to eat.
