Korean Dictionary
How to say "Vaccination" in Korean
“Vaccination” in Korean is 예방접종 (pronounced "yebang jeopjong").
예방접종
yebang jeopjong
Usage & Context
예방접종 is an important part of Korean public health with the government providing many vaccines free of charge. Parents diligently follow the 예방접종 schedule for infants and young children at local health centers. Annual influenza 예방접종 is heavily promoted by the Korean health authorities especially for the elderly.
Example Sentence
독감 예방접종을 맞으러 보건소에 갔어요.
I went to the health center to get the flu vaccination.
How to use 예방접종 naturally
Quick answer
The Korean word for “Vaccination” is 예방접종, romanized as yebang jeopjong.
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 예방접종.
Pronunciation Guide
The first part, 예방 (yebang), sounds like 'yeh-bahng', similar to 'yeah' followed by 'bang'. The second part, 접종 (jeopjong), sounds like 'jup-jong', where 'jup' has a soft, unreleased 'p' sound at the end, like 'jup-p', and 'jong' rhymes with 'long'.
More Example Sentences
A parent asking another parent about their child's health.
아기 예방접종 스케줄 확인했어요?
Did you check the baby's vaccination schedule?
Asking a friend about their vaccination status during a pandemic.
코로나 예방접종은 다 맞으셨어요?
Have you received all your COVID vaccinations?
Consulting a travel agent or doctor about pre-travel health.
해외여행 가기 전에 필요한 예방접종이 뭐가 있을까요?
What vaccinations do I need before going on an overseas trip?
Cultural Context
In Korea, the government heavily promotes and often provides many essential vaccinations free of charge, especially for infants and young children, through local health centers (보건소). Parents are usually very diligent about following the vaccination schedule. Annual influenza vaccinations are also widely encouraged, particularly for the elderly, reflecting a strong public health emphasis.
Editorial note
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Reviewed by Min-jung Park, Korean Language Teacher. Updated May 31, 2026. See our editorial standards.
Common Phrases
예방접종 맞다
To get a vaccination
예방접종 기록
Vaccination record
필수 예방접종
Mandatory/Essential vaccination
Related Expressions
백신
baeksin
Vaccine
주사
jusa
Injection, shot
접종하다
jeopjonghada
To vaccinate, to inoculate
면역
myeonyeok
Immunity
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