Korean Dictionary
How to say "Recovery" in Korean
“Recovery” in Korean is 회복 (pronounced "hoebog").
회복
hoebog
Usage & Context
Recovery is the process of healing from injuries or fatigue. Proper recovery is essential for maintaining athletic performance.
Example Sentence
회복 중이에요.
I am recovering.
How to use 회복 naturally
Quick answer
The Korean word for “Recovery” is 회복, romanized as hoebog.
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 회복.
Pronunciation Guide
The first syllable, '회' (hoe), sounds like the English word 'hoe' (as in a gardening tool). The second syllable, '복' (bog), is pronounced like 'boke' in 'spoke,' but with a soft 'b' and a quick, clipped 'k' sound at the end. The stress is fairly even across both syllables.
Formal & Casual Forms
Formal (존댓말)
회복합니다 / 회복해요
hoebokhapnida / hoebokhaeyo
While '회복' is a noun, it often forms a verb '회복하다' (to recover). '회복합니다' is formal-deferential, used in very polite or public settings. '회복해요' is polite-standard, suitable for most daily polite conversations.
Casual (반말)
회복해
hoebokhae
This is the casual form of '회복하다,' used when speaking to close friends or people younger than you.
More Example Sentences
Wishing someone well after an injury.
다친 다리가 빨리 회복되길 바라요.
I hope your injured leg recovers quickly.
Giving advice on overcoming tiredness.
충분한 휴식이 피로 회복에 제일 중요해요.
Enough rest is most important for recovering from fatigue.
Discussing national economic news.
경제 회복을 위해 정부가 노력하고 있어요.
The government is working hard for economic recovery.
Cultural Context
In Korea, '회복' is a versatile term used for physical health, economic situations, or even emotional states. When someone is sick, it's common to say '빨리 회복하세요' (Please recover quickly). In K-dramas, you might hear characters talking about '마음의 회복' (recovery of the heart/mind) after a breakup or trauma, highlighting its broader application beyond just physical healing.
Editorial note
We review entries like 회복 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
빠른 회복을 빕니다.
I wish you a speedy recovery.
컨디션 회복이 필요해요.
I need to recover my condition (get back in shape).
체력 회복
physical strength recovery
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treatment, cure
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worsening (antonym)
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