English–Korean

“acne” in Korean

Korean

Pronunciation

Romanizationyeodeureum

Example

얼굴에 여드름이 났어요.eol gu re yeo deu reu mi na sseo yo

I got a pimple on my face.

Illustration for 여드름 (acne)

How to say “acne” in Korean

“Acne” in Korean is 여드름 (yeodeureum).

Small spots or raised bumps on the skin, often with redness, inflammation, or pus.

Full entry for 여드름: usage tips, similar words and word origin

Example sentences with 여드름

약을 바르니까 여드름이 가라앉았어요.ya geul pa reu ni kka yeo deu reu mi ka ra an ja sseo yo

My acne subsided after I applied the medicine.

Tips for using 여드름

  • English often distinguishes acne as a condition from a pimple as one spot, but this everyday Korean noun can cover both.

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