When to use scissors in Korean

When to use it

Scissors (가위) are a tool used to cut paper, cloth, and other thin things. In school, students often use scissors for art projects and class activities. You can use this word when asking for scissors or talking about cutting something.

Example sentences

1. 가위로 종이를 잘랐어요.

   I cut the paper with scissors.

2. 수업 시간에 가위가 필요해요.

   I need scissors in class.

3. 엄마, 가위 좀 주세요.

   Mom, please give me the scissors.

4. 문구점에서 작은 가위를 샀어요.

   I bought small scissors at the stationery store.

5. 여행 가방에는 가위를 넣지 않았어요.

   I did not put scissors in my travel bag.

6. 친구가 "가위 있어?" 하고 물었어요.

   My friend asked, "Do you have scissors?"