When to use to poke in Korean
Korean: 건드리다[ geon-deu-ri-da ]
When to use it
The word "건드리다" means to poke or touch something lightly with your hand or finger. It is often used when someone touches a person or thing a little, sometimes when they should not. You can use it for objects, animals, and people in everyday situations.
Example sentences
고양이를 건드리지 마세요.
Please don't poke the cat.
동생이 내 팔을 건드렸어요.
My younger sibling poked my arm.
수업 시간에 친구가 저를 건드렸어요.
My friend poked me during class.
뜨거우니까 냄비를 건드리지 마세요.
It's hot, so don't touch the pot.
박물관에서는 전시품을 건드리면 안 돼요.
You must not touch the exhibits in the museum.
왜 내 가방을 건드렸어?
Why did you touch my bag?