Korean Dictionary
How to say "Pregnancy" in Korean
“Pregnancy” in Korean is 임신 (pronounced "Imsin").
임신
Imsin
Usage & Context
The state of carrying a baby in the womb. In Korean culture, pregnancy is a significant life event with many traditional practices and dietary restrictions.
Example Sentence
그녀는 임신 중입니다.
She is pregnant.
How to use 임신 naturally
Quick answer
The Korean word for “Pregnancy” is 임신, romanized as Imsin.
Usage tip
Learn this word together with a complete Korean sentence. Meaning often depends on particles, politeness level, and word order.
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 임신.
Pronunciation Guide
Pronounced 'eem-shin' — 'eem' like 'eem' in 'seem' with closed lips, and 'shin' exactly like the English word 'shin' (your leg).
More Example Sentences
Learning a friend is expecting
임신 축하해요!
Congratulations on your pregnancy!
Describing first-trimester symptoms
임신 초기에는 피곤함이 심해요.
Fatigue is intense in early pregnancy.
Giving advice to an expecting friend
임신했을 때 카페인은 피하세요.
Avoid caffeine when you're pregnant.
Cultural Context
When Koreans announce a pregnancy, they often say '임신했어요' or use the cute phrase '태명' (a nickname given to the baby in the womb). Pregnant women in Korea receive a pink badge (임산부 배지) from subway stations to get priority seating on pink-marked seats. Employers are legally required to offer pregnant workers reduced hours, and Korean culture places heavy emphasis on '태교' — prenatal education through music, reading, and peaceful environments to shape the baby's character.
Editorial note
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Reviewed by Min-jung Park, Korean Language Teacher. Updated May 31, 2026. See our editorial standards.
Common Phrases
임신 몇 개월이에요?
How many months pregnant are you?
임신한 것 같아요.
I think I'm pregnant.
임신 중이에요.
I'm pregnant.
Related Expressions
임산부
imsanbu
pregnant woman
태명
taemyeong
womb name / nickname for fetus
태교
taegyo
prenatal education
입덧
ipdeot
morning sickness
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