건강
geon-gangnoun★Beginner— health
general
The state of being free from illness or injury; physical and mental well-being.
건강이 가장 중요합니다.
Health is the most important thing.
그는 건강한 식습관을 유지합니다.
He maintains a healthy diet.
💡
Can refer to both physical and mental health.
Related Phrases
💡Pro Tip
Common Usage
Use '건강' to refer to both physical and mental well-being.
⚡Gold Rule
Formal vs. Informal
In formal contexts, '건강' is often used in discussions about medical care or public health.
📖Word Origin
From Middle Korean '건강' (geon-gang), meaning 'health' or 'well-being'.
📝Usage Notes
Often used in contexts related to physical fitness, medical care, and overall well-being.
Word Breakdown
건
health
root강
strong
root한영사전