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Visiting a hospital can be a stressful experience, especially if you are in a foreign country where you may not be familiar with the language. If you’re in Korea and need to visit a hospital, it’s important to know some key Korean vocabulary related to hospitals to help you communicate with medical staff.
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Here are some essential Korean vocabulary words and phrases related to hospitals:
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병원 (byeoneeded.) – Hospital
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의사 (ui-sa) – Doctor
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간호사 (gan-ho-sa) – Nurse
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환자 (hwan-ja) – Patient
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처방전 (cheo-bang-jeon) – Prescription
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약국 (yak-guk) – Pharmacy
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진료 (jin-lyo) – Examination
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수술 (su-sul) – Surgery
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검사 (geom-sa) – Test
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응급실 (eung-geup-sil) – Emergency room
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It’s also important to know how to describe your symptoms and understand medical instructions. Here are some additional Korean vocabulary words and phrases related to symptoms and medical instructions:
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아픔 (a-peum) – Pain
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두통 (du-tong) – Headache
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구토 (gu-to) – Vomiting
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설사 (seol-sa) – Diarrhea
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복통 (bok-tong) – Stomachache
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쉬세요 (swi-se-yo) – Rest
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약을 먹으세요 (yak-eul meok-eu-se-yo) – Take the medicine
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다시 오세요 (da-si o-se-yo) – Come back again
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By learning these essential Korean vocabulary words and phrases related to hospitals, you can feel more confident and prepared in case of a medical emergency or doctor’s visit. As always, don’t be afraid to ask for help or clarification if needed.
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