Korean Dictionary
How to say "Medical Checkup" in Korean
“Medical Checkup” in Korean is 건강검진 (pronounced "geongang geomjin").
건강검진
geongang geomjin
Usage & Context
건강검진 is a comprehensive medical examination offered by Korean national health insurance. Many Korean employers provide annual 건강검진 as part of employee benefits. The government mandates biennial 건강검진 for adults over 20 covered by national health insurance.
Example Sentence
올해 건강검진을 아직 안 받았어요.
I have not had my medical checkup this year yet.
How to use 건강검진 naturally
Quick answer
The Korean word for “Medical Checkup” is 건강검진, romanized as geongang geomjin.
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 건강검진.
Pronunciation Guide
The word '건강검진' is pronounced 'gun-gang-gum-jin'. '건' sounds like 'gun' but with an 'eo' vowel (like 'uh' in 'butter' but rounder). '강' sounds like 'gang' in English. '검' sounds like 'gum' but with an 'eo' vowel. '진' sounds like 'jin' in 'jingle'.
More Example Sentences
Discussing employee benefits with a colleague.
회사에서 매년 건강검진을 지원해줘요.
The company supports annual medical checkups.
Expressing relief after receiving positive health results.
건강검진 결과가 잘 나와서 다행이에요.
I'm relieved that my checkup results came out well.
Talking about upcoming appointments with a friend.
다음 달에 건강검진 예약했어요.
I've booked a medical checkup for next month.
Cultural Context
'건강검진' (medical checkup) is a cornerstone of preventative healthcare in South Korea. It's widely accessible through the national health insurance, with many employers providing annual checkups as a benefit. The government even mandates biennial checkups for adults over 20. Dedicated '건강검진센터' (health checkup centers) are common, and getting a '건강검진' is a regular, important part of life for most Koreans, often discussed among family and friends.
Editorial note
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Reviewed by Min-jung Park, Korean Language Teacher. Updated May 31, 2026. See our editorial standards.
Common Phrases
건강검진 받다
to get a medical checkup
건강검진 예약하다
to book a medical checkup
건강검진 결과
medical checkup results
Related Expressions
정기 검진
jeonggi geomjin
regular checkup
종합 검진
jonghap geomjin
comprehensive checkup
예방 의학
yebang uihak
preventive medicine
병원
byeongwon
hospital
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