Korean Dictionary
How to say "Organ" in Korean
“Organ” in Korean is 장기 (pronounced "janggi").
장기
janggi
Usage & Context
A part of the body with a specific function. Used in medical and anatomical discussions. Important for discussing organ health.
Example Sentence
장기가 안 좋아요.
My organ is not healthy.
How to use 장기 naturally
Quick answer
The Korean word for “Organ” is 장기, romanized as janggi.
Usage tip
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Common mistake
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Pronunciation Guide
The first syllable, '장' (jang), sounds like 'jang' in 'jangly'. The second syllable, '기' (gi), sounds like 'gee' in 'geese'. The stress is fairly even.
More Example Sentences
In an educational or scientific discussion.
인체에는 다양한 장기가 있어요.
There are various organs in the human body.
Sharing personal medical history.
장기 이식 수술을 받았어요.
I received an organ transplant surgery.
Giving health advice.
건강을 위해 장기 관리가 중요해요.
Organ management is important for health.
Cultural Context
'장기' is a formal and medical term for internal organs. It's commonly used in discussions about health, diseases, and medical procedures such as '장기 이식' (organ transplant) or '장기 기증' (organ donation). Koreans are generally quite health-conscious, and discussions about '장기 건강' (organ health) are frequent, especially among older generations or in health-focused TV programs and documentaries. The term itself is neutral but often carries a serious tone due to its medical implications.
Editorial note
We review entries like 장기 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
장기 이식
organ transplant
장기 기증
organ donation
주요 장기
major organs
Related Expressions
내장
naejang
internal organs (often digestive)
기관
gigwan
organ/system (broader term)
심장
simjang
heart (specific organ)
간
gan
liver (specific organ)
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