Top 20 Things Korean Doctors Say During Checkups
Common phrases Korean doctors use during medical examinations. Understand what your doctor is saying.
어디가 불편하세요?
eo-di-ga bul-pyeon-ha-se-yo?
Where does it feel uncomfortable?
언제부터 아팠어요?
eon-je-bu-teo a-pass-eo-yo?
When did it start hurting?
약 드시는 거 있어요?
yak deu-shi-neun geo iss-eo-yo?
Are you taking any medication?
알레르기 있으세요?
al-le-reu-gi iss-eu-se-yo?
Do you have any allergies?
숨 깊이 들이쉬세요.
sum gip-i deul-i-swi-se-yo
Take a deep breath.
크게 벌리세요.
keu-ge beol-li-se-yo
Open wide.
검사가 필요합니다.
geom-sa-ga pil-yo-ham-ni-da
We need to run some tests.
약 처방해 드리겠습니다.
yak cheo-bang-hae deu-ri-gess-seum-ni-da
I'll prescribe some medicine.
Understanding your doctor
Korean doctors tend to speak quickly during consultations. Knowing these common phrases helps you follow along and respond appropriately.
Questions the doctor will ask
Doctors typically start with questions about your symptoms, medical history, medications, and allergies.
Instructions during examination
During the physical examination, the doctor will give you instructions like opening your mouth, breathing deeply, or lifting your shirt.
After the examination
The doctor will explain their findings and may order tests or prescribe medication.
Tip
If you don't understand something, say 다시 한번 말해 주세요 (da-shi han-beon mal-hae ju-se-yo) — Please say that again.
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