Korean Dictionary
How to say "Box Cutter" in Korean
“Box Cutter” in Korean is 커터칼 (pronounced "Keoter Kal").
커터칼
Keoter Kal
Usage & Context
Box cutters or utility knives are common household tools in Korean homes, used for opening packages, cutting cardboard, and various DIY tasks.
Example Sentence
커터칼로 택배 상자를 열었어요.
I opened the delivery box with a box cutter.
How to use 커터칼 naturally
Quick answer
The Korean word for “Box Cutter” is 커터칼, romanized as Keoter Kal.
Usage tip
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Common mistake
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Pronunciation Guide
커 (keo) sounds like 'kuh' in 'cut'. 터 (teo) is like 'tuh' in 'tough'. 칼 (kal) is pronounced like 'kahl' in 'calm'. This is a compound word combining the English 'cutter' (커터) and the Korean word for 'knife' (칼).
More Example Sentences
Giving a safety warning.
택배 상자 뜯을 때 커터칼 조심해서 사용하세요.
Be careful when using a box cutter to open delivery boxes.
Describing an activity in school.
미술 시간에 커터칼로 종이를 잘랐어요.
I cut paper with a box cutter during art class.
Realizing a tool needs maintenance.
새 커터칼 날로 교체해야겠어요.
I should replace the blade of the box cutter.
Cultural Context
With the boom of online shopping and home delivery services in Korea, '택배 (taekbae)' or package delivery is a daily occurrence for many. Consequently, a '커터칼' (box cutter) has become an essential household item for quickly and neatly opening packages. It's also widely used in offices, schools, and for various DIY projects, making it a very common tool in Korean daily life.
Editorial note
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Reviewed by Min-jung Park, Korean Language Teacher. Updated May 31, 2026. See our editorial standards.
Common Phrases
커터칼 날
Box cutter blade
커터칼로 자르다
To cut with a box cutter
안전 커터칼
Safety box cutter
Related Expressions
칼
kal
Knife
가위
gawi
Scissors
문구점
mungujeom
Stationery store (where you'd buy one)
택배
taekbae
Package delivery
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