Korean Dictionary
How to say "Food Allergy (Pet)" in Korean
“Food Allergy (Pet)” in Korean is 음식 알레르기 (pronounced "eumsik allerugi").
음식 알레르기
eumsik allerugi
Usage & Context
Pets can suffer from food allergies causing skin reactions or digestive issues. Korean pet owners increasingly choose hypoallergenic or limited ingredient foods to manage 음식 알레르기.
Example Sentence
우리 고양이가 닭고기에 음식 알레르기가 있다.
Our cat has a food allergy to chicken.
How to use 음식 알레르기 naturally
Quick answer
The Korean word for “Food Allergy (Pet)” is 음식 알레르기, romanized as eumsik allerugi.
Usage tip
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Common mistake
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Pronunciation Guide
For '음식' (eumsik), 'eum' sounds like the 'oom' in 'boom' but shorter, and 'sik' rhymes with 'sick'. For '알레르기' (allerugi), 'al' is like 'all', 'le' like 'leh' in 'let', 'reu' like 'roo' in 'room' but with a softer 'r', and 'gi' like 'gee' in 'geese'. The stress is fairly even across the syllables.
More Example Sentences
A pet owner explaining their dog's dietary needs to a vet or friend.
우리 강아지는 특정 사료에 음식 알레르기가 있어요.
Our dog has a food allergy to a specific kibble.
A pet owner discussing the challenges of managing their pet's diet.
음식 알레르기 때문에 간식도 조심해서 골라야 해요.
Because of food allergies, I have to be careful when choosing treats too.
A pet store employee recommending a product to a customer.
이 사료는 음식 알레르기 있는 반려동물에게 좋아요.
This kibble is good for pets with food allergies.
Cultural Context
With the increasing humanization of pets in Korea, pet owners are highly attentive to their animals' health, including food allergies. Specialized hypoallergenic or limited-ingredient pet foods are widely available and popular. Many K-pop idols and actors openly share their pets' health journeys, further raising awareness about conditions like '음식 알레르기' and encouraging responsible pet care.
Editorial note
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Reviewed by Min-jung Park, Korean Language Teacher. Updated May 31, 2026. See our editorial standards.
Common Phrases
음식 알레르기가 있어요.
(My pet) has a food allergy.
어떤 음식에 알레르기가 있나요?
What food is (your pet) allergic to?
음식 알레르기 검사
food allergy test
Related Expressions
알레르기 반응
allerugi banneung
allergic reaction
피부병
pibubbyeong
skin disease (common allergy symptom)
소화 불량
sohwa bullyang
indigestion (common allergy symptom)
저알레르기 사료
jeoallerugi saryo
hypoallergenic kibble
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