Korean Dictionary
How to say "Nutrition" in Korean
“Nutrition” in Korean is 영양 (pronounced "yeongnyang").
영양
yeongnyang
Usage & Context
영양 refers to the nutrients and dietary elements essential for health and is a major topic in Korean public health campaigns. Korean traditional cuisine is often praised for its nutritional balance with fermented foods, vegetables, and lean proteins. Koreans pay close attention to 영양 balance especially when caring for sick family members.
Example Sentence
균형 잡힌 영양 섭취가 건강의 기본이에요.
A balanced nutritional intake is the foundation of health.
How to use 영양 naturally
Quick answer
The Korean word for “Nutrition” is 영양, romanized as yeongnyang.
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 영양.
Pronunciation Guide
Pronounce 'yeong' like the English word 'young' but with a slightly more open 'eo' sound, similar to 'aw' in 'lawn'. Then, 'nyang' is pronounced like 'nyang' in 'meow', but with a soft 'n' sound. The 'ng' at the end of 'yeong' flows smoothly into the 'n' of 'nyang'.
More Example Sentences
A parent asking for advice on healthy snacks for children.
아이들 영양 간식으로 뭘 주는 게 좋을까요?
What would be good to give as a nutritious snack for kids?
Someone recommending a healthy dish to a friend.
이 음식은 영양가가 높아서 건강에 아주 좋아요.
This food is highly nutritious, so it's very good for your health.
A doctor or nurse discussing a patient's dietary needs.
환자분은 영양 보충이 시급합니다.
The patient urgently needs nutritional supplementation.
Cultural Context
In Korea, '영양' is a significant concept, especially concerning family health. Traditional Korean cuisine, often rich in fermented foods like kimchi, vegetables, and lean proteins, is highly valued for its nutritional balance. Many Koreans pay close attention to '영양 균형' (nutritional balance) when preparing meals, particularly for children, the elderly, or sick family members, reflecting a deep-rooted cultural emphasis on food as medicine and preventative health.
Editorial note
We review entries like 영양 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
영양 섭취
nutritional intake
영양 균형
nutritional balance
영양 만점
full of nutrition (lit. perfect score in nutrition)
Related Expressions
영양분
yeongnyangbun
nutrient
영양제
yeongnyangje
nutritional supplement
영양실조
yeongnyangsiljo
malnutrition
영양가
yeongnyangga
nutritional value
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