건강
The state of being free from illness or injury, encompassing physical, mental, and social well-being.
Examples
3 of 5정신 건강은 육체적 건강만큼 중요합니다.
Mental health is as important as physical health.
요즘 건강 관리를 어떻게 하세요?
How do you manage your health these days?
직원들의 건강을 위해 휴게실을 만들었습니다.
We created a lounge for the health of our employees.
Word Family
Memory Tip
Geon-gang: Sounds like 'Gong-Gang' – like a strong 'Gong' that rings loud and clear.
Quick Quiz
현대인들은 과도한 업무로 인해 ___을 해치기 쉽다.
Correct!
The correct answer is: 건강
Examples
정신 건강은 육체적 건강만큼 중요합니다.
academicMental health is as important as physical health.
요즘 건강 관리를 어떻게 하세요?
everydayHow do you manage your health these days?
직원들의 건강을 위해 휴게실을 만들었습니다.
businessWe created a lounge for the health of our employees.
술과 담배는 건강에 해롭습니다.
formalAlcohol and cigarettes are harmful to health.
부모님 건강은 좀 어떠셔?
informalHow is your parents' health?
Word Family
Common Collocations
Common Phrases
건강을 챙기다
to take care of one's health
건강이 나빠지다
to get into poor health
건강을 회복하다
to recover health
Often Confused With
위생 (hygiene) is about cleanliness to prevent disease, whereas 건강 is the overall state of well-being.
Usage Notes
A core topic in IELTS Speaking and Writing Task 2 (e.g., obesity, healthcare systems).
Common Mistakes
Learners often use the noun '건강' when they should use the adjective '건강하다' (to be healthy).
Memory Tip
Geon-gang: Sounds like 'Gong-Gang' – like a strong 'Gong' that rings loud and clear.
Word Origin
From Sino-Korean 健 (strong) and 康 (peaceful/healthy).
Grammar Patterns
Cultural Context
Koreans often say '건강하세요' (Be healthy) as a parting wish or greeting.
Quick Quiz
현대인들은 과도한 업무로 인해 ___을 해치기 쉽다.
Correct!
The correct answer is: 건강
Related Grammar Rules
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효과
B2A change which is a result or consequence of an action or other cause; the power to produce a desired result.
유지하다
B2To keep or maintain a certain state, relationship, or level without change. It is used in contexts ranging from health to international relations.
인지하다
B2To recognize or become aware of something through the senses or the mind. In academic contexts, it often refers to cognitive processes.
억제하다
B2To suppress, restrain, or hold back something, such as emotions, physical growth, inflation, or chemical reactions. It implies active control to prevent something from increasing.
취약하다
B2To be weak or easily affected/damaged by something. Often used regarding security, health, or social standing.
부작용
B2An unintended, unpleasant, or harmful result of a drug, medical treatment, or even a policy or action.
저하
B2A decline, lowering, or deterioration in level, quality, capability, or efficiency.
확산하다
B2To spread or distribute something (like a disease, rumor, or culture) over a wide area or among many people.
결핍
B2The state of lacking something essential, such as nutrients, affection, or resources.
증진하다
B2To increase or improve something like health, efficiency, or welfare.
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