EN: Use 'Please' at the beginning of a sentence to make a command or request polite.
한국어: 문장 맨 앞에 'Please'를 붙이면 명령이나 요청을 더욱 정중하게 만들 수 있습니다.
Please open the door.
문 좀 열어 주세요.
EN: In a professional setting like a doctor's office, it is common to use the patient's first name to create a friendly atmosphere, while the patient usually addresses the doctor by their title and last name.
EN: Use 'Dr.' followed by a last name to show respect to a medical professional or someone with a PhD.
한국어: 의사나 박사에 대한 존경을 표하기 위해 성 앞에 「Dr.」를 붙입니다.
Good afternoon, Dr. Smith.
안녕하세요, 스미스 의사 선생님.
EN: In English-speaking medical contexts, it is standard to address doctors by 'Dr.' and their last name. Using only 'Doctor' is also common and polite.
EN: Use 'How are you + verb-ing' to ask about someone's current state or health condition.
한국어: 상대방의 현재 상태나 건강 상태를 물을 때 「How are you + verb-ing」 형태를 사용합니다.
How are you doing today?
오늘 어떻게 지내고 계신가요?
EN: In a medical context, this is a standard professional way for a doctor to begin a consultation. It is more specific than a general 'How are you?' and focuses on the patient's health.
EN: Use 'to be honest' at the beginning or end of a sentence to show you are telling the truth, especially when the news is not good.
한국어: 솔직하게 말하고 있음을 나타내기 위해 문장의 처음이나 끝에 「to be honest」를 사용합니다. 특히 그리 좋지 않은 소식을 전할 때 자주 쓰입니다.
To be honest, I don't like this coffee.
솔직히 말해서, 저는 이 커피가 마음에 들지 않아요.
EN: In English-speaking cultures, when a doctor asks 'How are you feeling?', it is expected that you give an honest answer about your symptoms rather than just saying 'I'm fine'.
EN: Use 'I'm sorry to hear that' to show empathy when someone shares bad news or feels unwell.
한국어: 누군가가 안 좋은 소식을 전하거나 몸이 불편하다고 할 때 공감이나 안타까움을 표하기 위해 「I'm sorry to hear that」을 사용합니다.
I'm sorry to hear that your cat is sick.
키우시는 고양이가 아프다니 안타깝네요.
EN: In English-speaking medical contexts, doctors often use empathetic phrases like 'I'm sorry to hear that' to build rapport with patients before moving to clinical questions.
EN: Use 'I have a + [health problem]' to describe symptoms or illnesses.
한국어: 증상이나 질환을 설명할 때 「I have a + [건강 문제]」를 사용합니다.
I have a stomach ache.
저는 위통이 있습니다.
EN: In English-speaking medical contexts, patients are encouraged to be specific about the severity of pain using adjectives like 'bad', 'sharp', or 'dull'.
EN: Use 'feel' followed by an adjective to describe your physical or emotional state. 'All the time' is a common phrase meaning 'constantly' or 'always'.
한국어: 신체적 또는 감정적 상태를 설명할 때는 「feel」 뒤에 형용사를 사용합니다. 「All the time」은 '내내' 또는 '항상'이라는 뜻의 자주 쓰이는 표현입니다.
I feel happy all the time.
저는 항상 행복함을 느낍니다.
EN: In a medical context, being specific about the duration (all the time) helps doctors understand the severity of the illness.
EN: Use 'did' to ask questions about the past. After 'did', the main verb (like 'start') must be in its base form.
한국어: 과거에 대해 질문할 때 'did'를 사용합니다. 'did' 뒤에 오는 본동사('start' 등)는 반드시 동사원형이어야 합니다.
When did you eat lunch?
점심은 언제 드셨나요?
EN: In a medical context, doctors use 'When did... start?' to establish a timeline for an illness, which is crucial for diagnosis.
EN: Use the past tense 'started' and the word 'ago' to talk about when something happened in the past.
한국어: 과거의 특정 시점에 일어난 일을 말할 때 과거형 동사 「started」와 「ago」(전에)를 사용합니다.
I finished my homework two hours ago.
저는 두 시간 전에 숙제를 끝냈습니다.
EN: In medical contexts, being specific about when symptoms started (e.g., 'three days ago') helps doctors make an accurate diagnosis.
EN: Use 'Let me + verb' to politely offer help or tell someone what you are about to do.
한국어: 정중하게 도움을 제안하거나 자신이 다음에 할 행동을 알릴 때 「Let me + 동사」를 사용합니다.
Let me help you with those bags.
그 가방들을 들어 드릴게요.
EN: In a medical context, doctors often use 'Let me...' to explain their actions before touching a patient, which is both professional and reassuring.
EN: Use 'have a + [health problem]' to describe symptoms or illnesses you are experiencing.
한국어: 현재 겪고 있는 증상이나 질환을 설명할 때 「have a + [건강 문제]」를 사용합니다.
I have a cold.
저는 감기에 걸렸습니다.
EN: In many English-speaking countries, body temperature is often measured in Fahrenheit (°F), but Celsius (°C) is standard in medical contexts and in many other parts of the world. 37.8°C is considered a low-grade fever.
EN: Use 'Can you...' to make a polite request or ask someone to do something.
한국어: 정중하게 부탁하거나 상대방에게 무언가를 요청할 때 「Can you...」를 사용합니다.
Can you close the door, please?
문 좀 닫아주시겠어요?
EN: In a medical context, doctors use 'please' and 'Can you...' to make patients feel more comfortable and less like they are being ordered around.
EN: Use 'Like this?' as a short question to ask if you are doing an action correctly or if something looks right.
한국어: 자신의 행동이 올바른지, 혹은 어떤 모양이 맞는지 확인하는 간결한 질문으로 「Like this?」를 사용합니다.
Do I hold the pen like this?
연필을 이렇게 잡는 것이 맞나요?
EN: In a medical context, patients often use short phrases like this to confirm they are following the doctor's physical instructions correctly.
EN: Use 'Subject + be verb + adjective' to describe how something looks or feels.
한국어: 무언가의 상태나 외관을 설명할 때 「주어 + be 동사 + 형용사」 구조를 사용합니다.
The soup is very hot.
이 수프는 매우 뜨겁습니다.
EN: In a medical context, 'perfect' is often used by healthcare professionals to encourage patients when they follow instructions correctly (like opening their mouth wide).
EN: Use 'Do you have...' to ask about symptoms or things someone possesses. Use 'or' to give two choices in a question.
한국어: 상대방의 증상이나 소유하고 있는 물건에 대해 물어볼 때 「Do you have...」를 사용합니다. 질문에서 두 가지 선택지를 제시할 때 「or」를 사용합니다.
Do you have a headache or a fever?
두통이 있으신가요, 아니면 열이 나시나요?
EN: In Western medical contexts, doctors often ask specific 'yes/no' or 'either/or' questions to narrow down a diagnosis quickly.
EN: Use 'have' to describe medical symptoms or conditions you are currently experiencing.
한국어: 현재 겪고 있는 의학적 증상이나 신체 상태를 설명할 때 'have'를 사용합니다.
I have a headache.
저는 머리가 아픕니다.
EN: In English-speaking medical contexts, patients are encouraged to be specific about which symptoms they have and, importantly, which ones they do NOT have to help with diagnosis.
EN: Use 'have + noun' to state a result, possession, or a condition you have identified.
한국어: 결과, 소유물 또는 확인된 상황을 진술할 때 「have + 명사」를 사용합니다.
I have a gift for you.
당신에게 줄 선물이 있습니다.
EN: In Western medicine, doctors often use this phrase to transition from the examination phase to the explanation of the illness, maintaining a professional yet direct communication style.
EN: Use 'have a/an + [illness]' to describe a medical condition or symptom.
한국어: 신체적 불편함이나 증상을 설명할 때 「have a/an + [질환명]」 구조를 사용합니다.
I have a cold.
저는 감기에 걸렸습니다.
EN: In Western medical contexts, doctors often use direct language to state a diagnosis but follow it with reassuring phrases like 'not serious' to maintain a professional yet empathetic tone.
EN: Use the pattern 'It is [adjective] to [verb]' to express your feeling or opinion about an action.
한국어: 어떤 행동에 대한 자신의 느낌이나 의견을 표현할 때 「It is [형용사] to [동사]」 구문을 사용합니다.
It is nice to meet you.
만나서 반갑습니다.
EN: In English-speaking medical contexts, patients often use this phrase to express relief after a doctor gives a non-serious diagnosis.
EN: Use 'will' followed by a base verb to talk about a future action or a decision made at the moment of speaking.
한국어: 미래의 행동이나 말하는 순간에 내린 결정을 나타낼 때 「will」 뒤에 동사원형을 사용합니다.
I will call you later.
잠시 후에 전화드리겠습니다.
EN: In English-speaking medical contexts, 'medication' is a formal term for medicine. Doctors often use 'it' to refer back to the specific illness or symptom previously discussed.
EN: Use the base form of a verb at the start of a sentence to give instructions or commands. This is called the 'Imperative' mood.
한국어: 지시나 명령을 내릴 때는 문장 처음에 동사원형을 사용합니다. 이를 「명령문」이라고 합니다.
Drink plenty of water every day.
매일 물을 충분히 마시세요.
EN: In English, we use 'take' for medicine, not 'eat'. Using 'eat' for medicine sounds unnatural to native speakers.
EN: Use 'Should I + verb' to ask for advice or instructions on the correct way to do something.
한국어: 조언을 구하거나 올바른 행동 방법을 물을 때 「Should I + 동사」를 사용합니다.
Should I call you later?
제가 나중에 다시 전화드릴까요?
EN: In English-speaking medical contexts, 'with food' usually means during or immediately after a meal to prevent stomach upset.
EN: Use 'always' before a verb to give a strong instruction or describe a constant habit.
한국어: 강력한 지시를 내리거나 지속적인 습관을 설명할 때 동사 앞에 'always'(항상/반드시)를 사용합니다.
Always wash your hands before eating.
식사 전에는 항상 손을 씻으세요.
EN: In English-speaking medical contexts, 'medication' is a formal word for medicine. 'After meals' is a standard instruction to prevent stomach irritation.
EN: Use 'should' to give advice or suggestions. It is followed by the base form of a verb.
한국어: 조언이나 제안을 할 때 「should」를 사용하며, 뒤에는 동사원형이 올니다.
You should sleep early tonight.
당신은 오늘 밤에 일찍 자야 합니다.
EN: In Western medical consultations, doctors often provide lifestyle advice (like drinking water and resting) alongside prescriptions as a holistic approach to recovery.
EN: Use 'will' to make a promise or show willingness to follow a suggestion or instruction immediately after hearing it.
한국어: 약속을 하거나, 제안 및 지시를 들은 후 즉시 따르겠다는 의사를 밝힐 때 「will」을 사용합니다.
I will call you later.
나중에 전화드리겠습니다.
EN: In a medical context, saying 'I will do that' shows respect for the doctor's expertise and confirms that you understand the treatment plan.
EN: Use 'want to + verb' to express a desire or a plan to do something in the future.
한국어: 미래에 무언가를 하고 싶은 욕구나 계획을 나타낼 때 「want to + 동사」를 사용합니다.
I want to buy a new car next month.
저는 다음 달에 새 차를 사고 싶습니다.
EN: In Western medical contexts, a 'follow-up' is a standard procedure to ensure the patient is recovering as expected. It is common for doctors to schedule this even for minor infections.
EN: Use 'Is [Time/Day] okay?' to check if a specific time is convenient for someone.
한국어: 특정 시간이 상대방에게 괜찮은지 확인할 때 「Is [시간/요일] okay?」를 사용합니다.
Is tomorrow afternoon okay?
내일 오후면 괜찮으신가요?
EN: In English-speaking medical contexts, patients often confirm appointments by suggesting or agreeing to specific time slots. 'Okay' is a very common, polite way to confirm suitability.
EN: Use 'will' followed by the base form of a verb to talk about things that will happen in the future.
한국어: 미래에 일어날 일이나 상태를 설명할 때 「will」에 동사원형을 붙여 사용합니다.
I will call you tomorrow.
내일 전화드리겠습니다.
EN: In Western medical culture, doctors often use encouraging phrases like 'You will feel better soon' to provide emotional support and build rapport with patients.
EN: Use 'so much' after 'Thank you' to show stronger gratitude.
한국어: 더 깊은 감사 마음을 표현하려면 'Thank you' 뒤에 'so much'를 붙이면 됩니다.
Thank you so much for your help.
도와주셔서 정말 감사합니다.
EN: In English-speaking medical contexts, it is standard and polite to address a doctor using 'Dr.' followed by their last name.
EN: Reflexive pronouns like 'yourself' are used when the subject and the object of the sentence are the same person.
한국어: 재귀대명사(yourself 등)는 문장의 주어와 목적어가 동일한 사람일 때 사용하며, '당신 자신'을 의미합니다.
Please help yourself to some cookies.
편하게 과자 좀 드세요.
EN: In Western medical culture, doctors often end a consultation with a warm closing like 'Take care' to show empathy and build rapport with the patient.
IPA 발음, 정의, 예문, 인터랙티브 퀴즈가 포함된 핵심 단어입니다.
문맥 속: 질병의 증상이나 징후
문맥 속: 두통
문맥 속: 아픈, 통증이 있는, 염증이 생긴
문맥 속: 체온
문맥 속: 발열; 열
문맥 속: 진단 결과
문맥 속: 감염; 염증
문맥 속: 약, 약물 (주로 의사가 처방한 약)
문맥 속: 알약
문맥 속: 후속 조치, 경과 관찰, 복진
유형 태그, 이중 언어 정의, 사용 설명, 예문이 포함된 구문입니다.
To tell the truth; used to express a sincere opinion.
솔직히 말해서, 사실은
A condition where mucus comes out of the nose.
콧물이 나다
To look after one's own health and well-being.
몸조리 잘하세요, 건강 유의하세요
A subsequent medical appointment to check the progress of a patient after an initial treatment.
재진 / 추적 관찰
An instruction to consume medication during or immediately after a meal.
식후 복용 / 식사와 함께 복용