마스크

mask
nounBeginner face maskLoanword from Englishmask
general

A covering worn over the nose and mouth to protect against airborne particles or to prevent the spread of germs.

의료진은 수술 중 마스크를 착용해야 합니다.

Medical staff must wear masks during surgery.

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Commonly used in medical and public health contexts.

⚙️Engineering
technical

A protective covering for the face, often used in industrial or hazardous environments.

산업용 마스크는 유해 가스를 차단하는 데 사용됩니다.

Industrial masks are used to block harmful gases.

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Used in occupational safety and industrial settings.

Related Phrases

마스크 착용 의무phrase
mandatory mask-wearing
마스크 부착phrase
mask attachment

💡Pro Tip

Common Usage

'마스크' is the standard term for face masks in Korean, used in both formal and informal contexts.

Gold Rule

Pronunciation

Pronounced as 'mask' in Korean, with a similar sound to the English word.

📖Word Origin

Borrowed from English 'mask', referring to a covering for the face.

📝Usage Notes

In Korean, '마스크' is commonly used to refer to face masks, especially in medical and public health contexts. It can also refer to protective masks in industrial settings.

Word Breakdown

마스크
mask
loanword
한영사전