Korean Dictionary
How to say “Sprain” in Korean
삠
ppim
BeginnerHealth & Medical
Usage & Context
삠 refers to a sprain where ligaments are stretched or torn at a joint. Ankle 삠 are extremely common in Korea especially among students and athletes. Korean first aid for 삠 typically follows the RICE method of Rest, Ice, Compression, and Elevation.
Example Sentence
계단에서 내려오다가 발목을 삐었어요.
I sprained my ankle coming down the stairs.
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