wear and tear — damage or deterioration resulting from ordinary use
Part of speech: NOUN
Definition: damage or deterioration resulting from ordinary use
Pronunciation (IPA): /wer ənd ter/
Korean meaning: 일상적인 사용으로 인한 손상이나 마모
Korean pronunciation: **웨**어 앤드 **테**어
Example Sentences
- The landlord can't charge tenants for normal wear and tear like faded paint.
- My smartphone shows serious wear and tear after being dropped 47 times this month.
- The company will replace equipment that shows excessive wear and tear.
wear and tear
NOUN//wer ənd ter//
damage or deterioration resulting from ordinary use
an elderly cobbler holds up a well-worn sneaker, pointing to holes in the sole and frayed laces. The shoe shows clear signs of extensive daily use with scuffed leather and worn treads. On the workbench beside him lie other damaged items - a backpack with torn straps and a jacket with faded fabric. A customer nods knowingly as the cobbler explains what needs repair. damage and deterioration resulting from ordinary use
Through wear and tear, he shows such care, teaching us how to bear!
🎤Pronunciation
🌳Etymology
Origin
두 개의 동사 'wear(입다/닳다)'와 'tear(찢다)'가 결합되어 만들어진 표현으로, 16세기부터 사용되기 시작했습니다. 물건이 사용되면서 자연스럽게 '닳고(wear)' '찢어지는(tear)' 현상을 표현한 것입니다.
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📝Examples
“The landlord can't charge tenants for normal wear and tear like faded paint.”
“My smartphone shows serious wear and tear after being dropped 47 times this month.”
“The company will replace equipment that shows excessive wear and tear.”
“My marriage contract should include a clause about emotional wear and tear.”
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