When to use to tighten in Korean

When to use it

To tighten means to make something less loose and more secure. In Korean, 조이다 is used when you turn, pull, or fasten something like a cap, lace, belt, or screw. You can use it for many everyday actions at home, at school, or while traveling.

Example sentences

1. 병뚜껑을 꽉 조여요.

   I tighten the bottle cap tightly.

2. 학교에 가기 전에 신발 끈을 조여요.

   I tighten my shoelaces before going to school.

3. 자전거 브레이크를 좀 조여 주세요.

   Please tighten the bicycle brake a little.

4. 가방 끈이 느슨해서 조였어요.

   The bag strap was loose, so I tightened it.

5. 이 나사가 풀렸어요. 드라이버로 조이세요.

   This screw is loose. Tighten it with a screwdriver.

6. 비행기에서 안전벨트를 더 조였어요.

   I tightened my seat belt more on the airplane.