Korean Dictionary
How to say "Healing" in Korean
“Healing” in Korean is 힐링 (pronounced "hilling").
힐링
hilling
Usage & Context
Healing in the Korean context often refers to emotional or mental restoration and comfort. The 힐링 culture has become enormously popular in Korea, with shows, music, and spaces dedicated to comfort and renewal.
Example Sentence
자연 속에서의 여행이 나에게 힐링이 됐다.
A trip in nature became a healing experience for me.
How to use 힐링 naturally
Quick answer
The Korean word for “Healing” is 힐링, romanized as hilling.
Usage tip
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Common mistake
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Pronunciation Guide
Pronounce 'hil' like 'hill' in 'hill'. 'ling' sounds like 'ling' in 'sing'. This is a direct loanword from English 'healing', so the pronunciation is very similar, with the stress typically on the first syllable, 'hil'.
More Example Sentences
Sharing weekend plans or experiences with friends.
주말에 숲속에서 힐링하고 왔어요.
I went to a forest and had a healing experience over the weekend.
Recommending a comforting song.
이 노래는 지친 마음에 힐링을 선물해줘요.
This song gives a gift of healing to tired hearts.
Explaining why one is planning a vacation.
요즘 힐링이 필요해서 여행을 계획 중이에요.
I need some healing these days, so I'm planning a trip.
Cultural Context
'힐링' is a massively popular concept in modern Korean culture, signifying emotional, mental, and spiritual restoration. It's more than just 'healing' in a medical sense; it refers to finding comfort, peace, and renewal amidst the stresses of fast-paced urban life. The '힐링 문화' (healing culture) encompasses everything from '힐링 카페' (healing cafes) and '힐링 여행' (healing trips to nature) to '힐링 음악' (healing music) and K-dramas focused on comfort and self-discovery.
Editorial note
We review entries like 힐링 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
힐링이 필요하다
to need healing
힐링 시간
healing time
힐링 여행
healing trip
Related Expressions
치유
chiyu
healing, cure (more traditional/medical)
위로
wiro
comfort, consolation
휴식
hyusik
rest, relaxation
재충전
jaechungjeon
recharge (often for mental/emotional energy)
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