How to say to stroke in Korean

Meaning

쓰다듬다 means to touch someone or something gently with your hand, usually to show care or comfort. People often use it for petting a dog or cat, or softly touching a child's head or someone's hair. It has a warm, gentle feeling in everyday Korean.

Example sentences

1. 엄마가 제 머리를 쓰다듬어요.

   Mom strokes my head.

2. 친구가 나의 손을 쓰다듬었어요.

   My friend gently stroked my hand.

3. 할머니는 제 등을 쓰다듬어 주세요.

   Grandma strokes my back for me.

4. 강아지를 쓰다듬어요.

   I stroke the puppy.

5. 아빠가 아기의 볼을 쓰다듬어요.

   Dad strokes the baby's cheek.

6. 아이가 고양이를 쓰다듬어요.

   The child strokes the cat.