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How do you say "doctor" in Korean?
의사
uisa
In Korean, "doctor" is 의사.
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Pronunciation
Ui-sa rhymes with wee-suh. The ui vowel ㅟ is made with a w-shaped mouth.
Writing and usage
의사 has two syllable blocks. The ㅟ vowel is rare and suggests authority and healing.
Example sentence
의사는 환자를 치료합니다.
A doctor treats patients.
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How to remember 의사
Ui-sa: that wee-suh is the person you call when sick. The w-vowel is gentle.
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Questions about 의사
How do you say "doctor" in Korean?
In Korean, "doctor" is 의사. It is a noun.
How is 의사 written in Korean?
의사 has two syllable blocks. The ㅟ vowel is rare and suggests authority and healing.
How is 의사 used in a sentence?
Use 의사 as you would use the equivalent noun in English. For example: 의사는 환자를 치료합니다. (A doctor treats patients.).
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