Korean Dictionary
How to say "Blood Type" in Korean
“Blood Type” in Korean is 혈액형 (pronounced "hyeonaekkyeong").
혈액형
hyeonaekkyeong
Usage & Context
혈액형 is not just a medical term in Korea but also a cultural phenomenon. Koreans often associate personality traits with blood types similarly to how Westerners use horoscopes. Asking someone their 혈액형 is a common conversation starter among Koreans.
Example Sentence
혈액형이 뭐예요? 저는 B형이에요.
What is your blood type? Mine is type B.
How to use 혈액형 naturally
Quick answer
The Korean word for “Blood Type” is 혈액형, romanized as hyeonaekkyeong.
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 혈액형.
Pronunciation Guide
For 혈액형 (hyeonaekkyeong), "hyeo" sounds like "he-yo" said quickly. "Naek" is like "neck." "Kyeong" is similar to "kyung" in "kung fu," but with a slight 'y' sound. The double 'kk' indicates a tense, aspirated 'k' sound.
More Example Sentences
Explaining a cultural phenomenon to a foreigner.
한국에서는 혈액형으로 성격을 추측하는 경우가 많아요.
In Korea, it's common to guess personalities based on blood types.
Sharing personal experience related to blood type personality.
제 혈액형은 O형인데, 낙천적이라는 말을 자주 들어요.
My blood type is O, and I often hear that I'm optimistic.
Giving advice on Korean social interactions.
처음 만난 사람에게 혈액형을 물어보는 건 흔한 대화 주제예요.
Asking someone their blood type when you first meet is a common conversation topic.
Cultural Context
In Korea, 혈액형 (hyeonaekkyeong) goes far beyond a medical classification; it's a significant cultural phenomenon. Many Koreans believe that blood types (A, B, O, AB) are strongly linked to personality traits, similar to how horoscopes are used in Western cultures. It's a very common conversation starter, especially among younger people, and often comes up in discussions about compatibility in friendships or romantic relationships. For example, B-types are often stereotyped as free-spirited or selfish, while A-types are seen as meticulous or shy.
Editorial note
We review entries like 혈액형 for pronunciation, example sentence fit, and learner mistakes so the page answers more than a direct dictionary lookup.
Reviewed by Min-jung Park, Korean Language Teacher. Updated May 31, 2026. See our editorial standards.
Common Phrases
혈액형이 뭐예요?
What's your blood type?
혈액형 궁합
blood type compatibility
혈액형별 성격
blood type personalities
Related Expressions
A형
A-hyeong
Type A blood
B형
B-hyeong
Type B blood
O형
O-hyeong
Type O blood
AB형
AB-hyeong
Type AB blood
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