Difference between to trim and to repair in Korean

손질하다·수리하다

to trim

손질하다to trim

To trim means to cut, clean, or fix something so it looks neat or is ready to use. In Korean, 손질하다 is used for things like hair, plants, animal fur, and food. You can use it when someone trims, grooms, or prepares something by hand.

to repair

수리하다to repair

수리하다 means to repair or fix something that is broken or not working. You can use it for many things, such as a phone, a bike, a door, or shoes. People often use this word when talking about fixing things at home, at a shop, or during a trip.

The difference

수리하다 is used when something broken is fixed, like a phone, car, or machine. It is about repairing damage, not trimming or preparing by hand.