Korean Dictionary
How to say "Spay" in Korean
“Spay” in Korean is 중성화 수술 (pronounced "jungseongwha susul").
중성화 수술
jungseongwha susul
Usage & Context
A surgical procedure to sterilize female pets by removing their ovaries and uterus. Spaying prevents unwanted pregnancies and reduces the risk of certain cancers and infections in female pets.
Example Sentence
고양이의 중성화 수술은 건강에 도움이 돼요.
Spaying a cat is beneficial for its health.
How to use 중성화 수술 naturally
Quick answer
The Korean word for “Spay” is 중성화 수술, romanized as jungseongwha susul.
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Common mistake
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Pronunciation Guide
For '중성화' (jungseonghwa), say 'jung' like 'jung' in 'jungle', 'seong' like 'sung' in 'sunglasses', and 'hwa' like 'hwah' or 'wah' with a slight 'h' sound. For '수술' (susul), both 'su' sounds are like 'soo' in 'soon'. The stress is fairly even across syllables.
More Example Sentences
Discussing the procedure with a professional.
수의사 선생님과 중성화 수술에 대해 상담했어요.
I consulted with the vet about spay/neuter surgery.
Explaining a health benefit of spaying.
암컷 강아지는 중성화 수술을 하면 유선종양 예방에 좋아요.
For female dogs, spaying is good for preventing mammary tumors.
Discussing post-operative care for a pet.
수술 후에는 아이가 잘 회복할 수 있도록 돌봐줘야 해요.
After the surgery, you need to take care of the pet so it can recover well.
Cultural Context
'중성화 수술' (jungseonghwa susul) literally means 'neutralization surgery' and is the general term for both spaying (for females) and neutering (for males) in Korea. It's widely recommended by veterinarians for pet health benefits, such as preventing certain cancers and behavioral issues, and for controlling the pet population. Many Korean pet owners view this procedure as a responsible part of pet guardianship.
Editorial note
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Reviewed by Min-jung Park, Korean Language Teacher. Updated May 31, 2026. See our editorial standards.
Common Phrases
중성화 수술을 하다
To perform spay/neuter surgery
중성화 수술을 받다
To undergo spay/neuter surgery
수술 후 관리
Post-operative care
Related Expressions
불임 수술
burim susul
Sterilization surgery (more general)
암컷 중성화
amkeot jungseonghwa
Female spaying
수컷 중성화
sukeot jungseonghwa
Male neutering
수술하다
susulhada
To have surgery
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