Looking up...
탈모
talmo
hair loss
그는 스트레스로 인해 탈모가 심해졌다.
His hair loss worsened due to stress.
Medicine
Medical
The loss of hair from the scalp or other parts of the body.
탈모는 유전적 요인이나 호르몬 변화로 발생할 수 있다.
Hair loss can occur due to genetic factors or hormonal changes.
탈모 치료를 위해 의사의 진료를 받아야 한다.
You should consult a doctor for hair loss treatment.
탈모(脫毛) is a compound of '탈'(脱,脱落) meaning 'falling out' and '모'(毛,毛髮) meaning 'hair'.
Pro Tip
Distinguish 탈모 from related terms
탈모 refers specifically to hair loss, while '탈모증'(脫毛症) indicates a medical condition causing hair loss. '탈모' is broader and includes temporary shedding.
Word Origin
탈모(脫毛) is a Sino-Korean compound word combining '탈'(脫, 'fall out') and '모'(毛, 'hair'). The term reflects the medical concept of hair shedding or loss.
Usage Notes
탈모 is commonly used in both medical and casual contexts to describe hair loss. It can refer to temporary shedding (e.g., stress-related) or chronic conditions (e.g., androgenetic alopecia).
Word Breakdown
탈
脱落 (fall out, shed)
root모
毛髮 (hair)
root한영사전