English–Korean
“depression” in Korean
Korean
Pronunciation
Romanizationuul
Example
시험 전에 우울이 찾아와요.si heom cheo ne u u ri cha ja wa yo
I feel depressed before the exam.
How to say “depression” in Korean
“Depression” in Korean is 우울 (uul).
A low, joyless state in which the mind feels weighed down.
Example sentences with 우울
요즘 우울감이 자주 들어요.yo jeum u ul ga mi cha ju teu reo yo
I often feel depressed these days.
Tips for using 우울
- English depression often sounds clinical, but this Korean word can also describe a temporary low mood rather than a diagnosed illness.