안경테의 나사가 헐거워져서 드라이버로 꽉 조였다.
The screw of the glasses frame became loose, so I tightened it firmly with a screwdriver.
Korean
조이다
조이다
Meaning: to tighten, to squeeze
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Verb inflections
| Form | Inflected form |
|---|---|
| Base | 조이다 |
| Present | 조인다 |
| Polite | 조여요 |
| Formal | 조입니다 |
| Past | 조였다 |
| Past + Polite | 조였어요 |
| Guess + Polite | 조이겠어요 |
| Connective | 조이고 |
| Conditional | 조이면 |
| Volitional | 조이자 |
| Imperative | 조여라 |
| Imperative + Polite | 조이세요 |
| Attributive | 조이는 / 조인 / 조일 |
Example sentences
You shouldn't tighten the screw too much.
나사가 헐거워서 드라이버로 꽉 조였다.
The screw was loose, so I tightened it with a screwdriver.
Usage Notes
Used for tightening things like screws or belts, or for a feeling of tightness or anxiety.
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