Korean Dictionary
How to say "Wheelchair" in Korean
“Wheelchair” in Korean is 휠체어 (pronounced "hwilcheeo").
휠체어
hwilcheeo
Usage & Context
휠체어 is provided free at Korean hospitals and airports for patients and visitors who need mobility assistance. Korea has made significant progress in accessibility and most major public buildings are equipped with 휠체어 ramps and accessible restrooms. Electric 휠체어 are increasingly covered by Korean health insurance for severely disabled individuals.
Example Sentence
할아버지는 수술 후 잠시 휠체어를 사용했어요.
My grandfather used a wheelchair for a while after surgery.
How to use 휠체어 naturally
Quick answer
The Korean word for “Wheelchair” is 휠체어, romanized as hwilcheeo.
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 휠체어.
Pronunciation Guide
Say 'hwil-chae-eo'. 'Hwil' sounds like the English word 'wheel', 'chae' like 'chair', and 'eo' like 'uh' in 'umbrella'. The pronunciation is very close to the English word.
More Example Sentences
Someone needing temporary mobility assistance at a hospital.
병원에서 휠체어를 빌려서 사용했어요.
I borrowed and used a wheelchair at the hospital.
Noticing accessibility features in a building.
휠체어 이용자를 위한 경사로가 설치되어 있어요.
There's a ramp installed for wheelchair users.
Describing an elderly person's daily activity.
할머니가 휠체어를 타고 산책을 나가셨어요.
My grandmother went out for a walk in her wheelchair.
Cultural Context
In Korea, '휠체어' is a widely recognized term and item, often provided free of charge at hospitals, airports, and large public facilities for those needing mobility assistance. Korea has made significant strides in improving accessibility, with most major public buildings now equipped with '휠체어' ramps and accessible restrooms. Furthermore, electric '휠체어' are increasingly covered by Korean health insurance for individuals with severe disabilities, reflecting a growing commitment to inclusivity and support for disabled citizens.
Editorial note
We review entries like 휠체어 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
휠체어 대여
wheelchair rental
휠체어 경사로
wheelchair ramp
전동 휠체어
electric wheelchair
Related Expressions
이동 보조기구
idong bojogigu
mobility aid
거동이 불편하다
geodongi bulpyeonhada
to have difficulty moving
보행기
bohaenggi
walker (for walking assistance)
장애인
jangaein
person with a disability
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