Korean Dictionary
How to say "Support Group" in Korean
“Support Group” in Korean is 자조 모임 (pronounced "jajo moim").
자조 모임
jajo moim
Usage & Context
A support group is a gathering of people sharing common experiences to offer mutual support. Korean 자조 모임 exist for addiction recovery, grief, and mental illness support.
Example Sentence
자조 모임에서 비슷한 경험을 나누며 위로를 받았다.
I received comfort by sharing similar experiences at a support group.
How to use 자조 모임 naturally
Quick answer
The Korean word for “Support Group” is 자조 모임, romanized as jajo moim.
Usage tip
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Common mistake
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Pronunciation Guide
자 (ja) sounds like 'ja' in 'jar'. 조 (jo) sounds like 'joe'. 모 (mo) sounds like 'mo' in 'more'. 임 (im) sounds like 'im' in 'him'. The stress is fairly even across the syllables.
More Example Sentences
Personal experience of receiving help.
알코올 중독 자조 모임에 참석해서 많은 도움을 받았어요.
I received a lot of help by attending an alcohol addiction support group.
Describing the function of a support group.
같은 아픔을 가진 사람들이 자조 모임에서 서로를 위로해 줍니다.
People with similar pain comfort each other in support groups.
Organizing a new group.
새로운 자조 모임을 시작하기 위해 사람들을 모으고 있어요.
We are gathering people to start a new support group.
Cultural Context
While individualistic therapy is gaining traction, community-based support, like 자조 모임, has deep roots in Korean culture, often seen in neighborhood groups or religious communities. However, formal support groups for specific mental health issues are a more recent development. They provide a safe space for sharing experiences, which is crucial in a society where discussing personal struggles can still be challenging.
Editorial note
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Reviewed by Min-jung Park, Korean Language Teacher. Updated May 31, 2026. See our editorial standards.
Common Phrases
자조 모임에 나가다
to attend a support group
자조 모임을 만들다
to form a support group
경험을 나누다
to share experiences
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