코로나블루

korona beul-u
nounIntermediate corona blues
informal

A state of depression, anxiety, or emotional distress caused by the prolonged effects of the COVID-19 pandemic, including isolation, uncertainty, and lifestyle disruptions.

코로나블루가 심해져서 정신과 상담에 가기로 결정했다.

My corona blues have gotten worse, so I decided to go to a psychiatric consultation.

💡

The term combines '코로나' (corona) and '블루' (blues), reflecting the emotional toll of the pandemic.

Related Phrases

코로나 후유증phrase
post-COVID syndrome

💡Pro Tip

Usage Context

Use '코로나블루' to describe emotional struggles during the pandemic, not physical symptoms.

Gold Rule

Avoid Misuse

Do not use this term to describe physical health issues related to COVID-19.

📖Word Origin

A blend of '코로나' (corona) and '블루' (blues), coined during the COVID-19 pandemic to describe pandemic-related mental health struggles.

📝Usage Notes

Commonly used in informal contexts to describe emotional distress linked to the pandemic. Avoid in formal medical or clinical settings.

Word Breakdown

코로나
corona (referring to COVID-19)
root
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블루
blues (emotional distress)
root
한영사전