Korean Dictionary
How to say "Stroke" in Korean
“Stroke” in Korean is 뇌졸중 (pronounced "noe joljeung").
뇌졸중
noe joljeung
Usage & Context
뇌졸중 is a major cause of death and disability in Korea especially among the elderly. Korean hospitals have dedicated stroke centers and the public is educated through campaigns about recognizing 뇌졸중 warning signs using the FAST method. Rapid transport to a stroke center is critical and the 119 emergency system is designed to prioritize 뇌졸중 cases.
Example Sentence
뇌졸중 증상이 나타나면 즉시 119에 신고하세요.
If stroke symptoms appear please call 119 immediately.
How to use 뇌졸중 naturally
Quick answer
The Korean word for “Stroke” is 뇌졸중, romanized as noe joljeung.
Usage tip
When describing symptoms, combine the word with where it hurts, when it started, and how severe it is.
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 뇌졸중.
Pronunciation Guide
뇌 (noe) sounds like 'nway' (like 'n' + 'way'). 졸 (jol) sounds like 'jole' (like 'j' + 'role'). 중 (jeung) sounds like 'joong' (like 'j' + 'moon' but shorter 'oo' and with 'ng' at the end). Combine: 'NWAY-jole-joong'.
More Example Sentences
Emphasizing urgency in medical care.
뇌졸중은 골든타임 안에 치료받는 것이 중요해요.
It's important to receive treatment for a stroke within the golden hour.
Educating about recognizing stroke symptoms.
갑자기 말이 어눌해지면 뇌졸중 증상일 수 있어요.
If your speech suddenly becomes slurred, it could be a symptom of a stroke.
Discussing a patient's recovery process.
뇌졸중 후유증으로 재활 치료를 받고 있어요.
I'm receiving rehabilitation treatment for stroke after-effects.
Cultural Context
Stroke is a major health concern in Korea, particularly among the elderly. Public awareness campaigns often highlight the '골든타임' (golden time) for treatment and the critical importance of calling 119 immediately. Many hospitals have specialized stroke centers, and post-stroke rehabilitation is a significant part of the healthcare system.
Editorial note
We review entries like 뇌졸중 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
뇌졸중 증상
Stroke symptoms
뇌졸중 예방
Stroke prevention
뇌졸중 센터
Stroke center
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