Korean Dictionary
How to say "Blood Pressure" in Korean
“Blood Pressure” in Korean is 혈압 (pronounced "hyeorap").
혈압
hyeorap
Usage & Context
혈압 is a commonly monitored health indicator in Korea where high blood pressure (고혈압) is prevalent due to the salty Korean diet. Regular 혈압 checks are part of routine health screenings offered by employers. Many convenience stores and pharmacies in Korea have free 혈압 measurement machines.
Example Sentence
혈압이 높아서 매일 약을 먹고 있어요.
My blood pressure is high so I take medication every day.
How to use 혈압 naturally
Quick answer
The Korean word for “Blood Pressure” is 혈압, romanized as hyeorap.
Usage tip
When describing symptoms, combine the word with where it hurts, when it started, and how severe it is.
Common mistake
Do not rely only on the English meaning. Read the Korean example sentence and notice the particles, word order, and politeness level around 혈압.
Pronunciation Guide
Pronounced 'hyeo-rap' — 'hyeo' like 'hyuh' (one syllable, blended quickly), 'rap' rhymes with 'rahp' with unreleased p. The 'l' of 혈 links into 'ap' to become 'rap'.
More Example Sentences
senior health routine
아침마다 혈압을 재요.
I check my blood pressure every morning.
medical consultation
혈압이 높은 편이에요.
My blood pressure tends to be high.
doctor's instruction
혈압약을 꾸준히 먹어야 해요.
I need to take blood pressure medication regularly.
Cultural Context
혈압 management is a major concern in Korea where '고혈압' (high blood pressure) affects around 1 in 3 adults, partly due to salty traditional diets. Free '혈압계' (blood pressure monitors) are available at many pharmacies, convenience stores, and community centers. Seniors often check their 혈압 multiple times a day as part of routine.
Editorial note
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Common Phrases
혈압 재 드릴게요.
I'll take your blood pressure.
혈압이 높아요.
My blood pressure is high.
혈압이 정상이에요.
My blood pressure is normal.
Related Expressions
고혈압
gohyeorap
high blood pressure
저혈압
jeohyeorap
low blood pressure
혈압약
hyeorabyak
blood pressure medication
혈압계
hyeorapgye
blood pressure monitor
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