When to use to pour in Korean

When to use it

The verb 쏟다 means to pour something out, or to spill it by accident. You can use it for liquids like water or milk, and also for small things like rice or coins. In everyday life, it often describes something coming out quickly from a cup, bag, or bottle.

Example sentences

1. 엄마가 냄비에 물을 쏟아요.

   Mom pours water into the pot.

2. 제가 바닥에 우유를 쏟았어요.

   I spilled milk on the floor.

3. 학교에서 가방을 열다가 연필을 쏟았어요.

   I spilled my pencils while opening my bag at school.

4. 밖에서 비가 갑자기 쏟아졌어요.

   It suddenly started pouring rain outside.

5. 가게에서 쌀을 통에 쏟았어요.

   I poured rice into the container at the store.

6. 여행 가방을 열자 옷이 밖으로 쏟아졌어요.

   When I opened my suitcase, clothes spilled out.