Korean Dictionary
How to say "Mental Illness Stigma" in Korean
“Mental Illness Stigma” in Korean is 정신 질환 낙인 (pronounced "jeongsin jirhwan nakjin").
정신 질환 낙인
jeongsin jirhwan nakjin
Usage & Context
Mental illness stigma is social disapproval attached to psychological conditions. Korea has historically had high stigma around mental illness, though campaigns by celebrities and advocates are helping reduce it.
Example Sentence
정신 질환 낙인을 없애야 많은 사람이 도움을 받을 수 있다.
Eliminating mental illness stigma allows more people to get help.
How to use 정신 질환 낙인 naturally
Quick answer
The Korean word for “Mental Illness Stigma” is 정신 질환 낙인, romanized as jeongsin jirhwan nakjin.
Usage tip
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Common mistake
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Pronunciation Guide
For 정신 (jeongsin), 'jeong' sounds like 'jung' in 'jungle', and 'sin' is like 'shin' in 'shin-bone'. 질환 (jirhwan) has 'jil' like 'jill', and 'hwan' like 'hwan' in 'Hwang'. 낙인 (nakin) has 'na' like 'na' in 'nap', and 'kin' like 'kin' in 'kindred'.
More Example Sentences
A public health announcement about mental health.
정신 질환 낙인 때문에 많은 사람이 도움을 청하기를 주저한다.
Because of mental illness stigma, many people hesitate to ask for help.
An advocate speaking at a mental health awareness event.
사회 전체가 정신 질환 낙인을 없애기 위해 노력해야 합니다.
Society as a whole must strive to eliminate mental illness stigma.
Discussing the positive influence of celebrities.
K-POP 아이돌들도 정신 질환 낙인에 대한 인식을 높이고 있어요.
K-POP idols are also raising awareness about mental illness stigma.
Cultural Context
Historically, there has been a significant '정신 질환 낙인' (mental illness stigma) in South Korea, often leading individuals to hide their struggles due to fear of social judgment or career repercussions. However, with increasing public discourse, celebrity advocacy (especially K-pop idols and actors sharing their experiences), and government campaigns, efforts to reduce this stigma are growing. It's a slow but important shift towards a more understanding society.
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Common Phrases
정신 질환 낙인을 없애다
to eliminate mental illness stigma
낙인과 싸우다
to fight against stigma
정신 질환 낙인 해소
resolution of mental illness stigma
Related Expressions
사회적 낙인
sahojeok nakin
social stigma
편견
pyeongyeon
prejudice
정신 건강
jeongsin geongang
mental health
차별
chabyeol
discrimination
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