Korean Dictionary
How to say "Breastfeeding" in Korean
“Breastfeeding” in Korean is 모유 수유 (pronounced "Moyu suyu").
모유 수유
Moyu suyu
Usage & Context
Feeding a baby with breast milk. Korean mothers are encouraged to breastfeed for at least six months, and many continue for longer.
Example Sentence
모유 수유는 아기에게 최고의 영양입니다.
Breastfeeding provides the best nutrition for babies.
How to use 모유 수유 naturally
Quick answer
The Korean word for “Breastfeeding” is 모유 수유, romanized as Moyu suyu.
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Pronunciation Guide
모유 수유 (Moyu suyu) is pronounced "MOH-yoo SOO-yoo." The '모' sounds like 'mo' in 'more' (without the 'r'), '유' like 'yoo' in 'you,' and '수' like 'soo' in 'soon.'
More Example Sentences
Doctor's advice to a new mother.
모유 수유 중에는 약 복용에 주의해야 해요.
You should be careful with medication while breastfeeding.
A parent sharing their experience with another.
밤에 모유 수유를 하면 아기가 더 잘 자는 것 같아요.
I think the baby sleeps better when breastfed at night.
Discussing changing social norms.
공공장소에서 모유 수유하는 엄마들이 늘고 있어요.
More mothers are breastfeeding in public places.
Cultural Context
Breastfeeding (모유 수유) is highly encouraged in Korea, often seen as the ideal for infant health and development. Hospitals and public health centers actively promote it, and there's a strong emphasis on 'mother's milk' (모유) as the best nutrition. While public breastfeeding is becoming more accepted, some mothers still prefer privacy or use nursing covers due to lingering conservative views.
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Common Phrases
모유 수유 중이에요.
I'm breastfeeding.
모유 수유 권장.
Breastfeeding recommended.
모유 수유의 장점.
Advantages of breastfeeding.
Related Expressions
젖 먹이다
jeot meogida
To breastfeed (verb)
분유
bunyu
Formula milk (antonym/related concept)
수유실
suyusil
Nursing room/lactation room
완모
wanmo
Exclusive breastfeeding (short for 완전 모유 수유)
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