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Safely Dispose of Unused Medications

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Medication
약물 (Yangmul)
Dispose
처분하다 (Cheobunhada)
Expired
만료된 (Mallyodoen)
Contamination
오염 (Oyeom)
Flushing
변기 물을 내림 (Byeongi mureul naerim)
Incineration
소각 (Sogak)
Take-back program
회수 프로그램 (Hoesu peurogeuraem)
Pharmaceutical
제약의 (Jehyagui)
Controlled substance
마약류 (Mayakryu)
Over-the-counter (OTC)
일반의약품 (Ilbanuiyakpum)

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말한 문장
It is important to the dispose of medicines in a safe manner.
교정
It's important to dispose of medications safely.
설명

The original sentence is grammatically awkward. 'It's important to...' is more natural. Also, 'medications' is more common in this context than 'medicines'. 'Safely' is better placed at the end for emphasis.

말한 문장
Flushing them down the toilet is a good way.
교정
Flushing them down the toilet isn't advisable.
설명

Flushing medications is generally discouraged due to environmental concerns. The corrected sentence reflects this.

말한 문장
You must inquire your pharmacist.
교정
You should ask your pharmacist.
설명

'Inquire' is too formal in this context. 'Ask' is more natural. 'Should' is a softer recommendation than 'must'.

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"Better safe than sorry"

의미

만약의 사태에 대비하는 것이 후회하는 것보다 낫다. (Manyagui sataee daebihaneun geosi huhoehaneun geotboda natda.)

이 관용구의 기원

This proverb emphasizes the importance of taking precautions to avoid potential problems, even if they seem unlikely. The origin is rooted in the wisdom of preventing negative outcomes.

문장 활용 예시
  • "When disposing of old medications, it's better safe than sorry – follow the guidelines carefully."
  • "I know it seems like a hassle, but when it comes to medication disposal, it's always better safe than sorry."
4/8/2026 · Speak Lesson