When to use to remove in Korean

When to use it

떼다 (to remove) means to take something off when it is attached, stuck, or touching something else. You can use it for things like stickers, tape, tags, or even a hand on a hot object. It is a common everyday word for taking something away from a surface or place.

Example sentences

1. 벽에 붙은 사진을 뗐어요.

   I removed the photo from the wall.

2. 책에 붙은 스티커를 떼세요.

   Please remove the sticker on the book.

3. 신발에 붙은 껌을 뗐어요.

   I removed the gum from my shoe.

4. 뜨거우니까 손을 떼세요.

   It is hot, so take your hand away.

5. 새 옷의 가격표를 떼었어요.

   I removed the price tag from the new clothes.

6. 가방에 붙은 표를 떼지 마세요.

   Please do not remove the tag on the bag.