English–Korean

“isolation” in Korean

Korean

Pronunciation

Romanizationkyeongni

Example

병원에는 격리 공간이 따로 있어요.pyeong wo ne neun kyeong ni kong ga ni tta ro i sseo yo

The hospital has a separate isolation area.

Illustration for 격리 (isolation)

How to say “isolation” in Korean

“Isolation” in Korean is 격리 (kyeongni).

A person or thing is kept apart from others for a set time to block infection or danger.

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

Example sentences with 격리

해외에서 돌아오면 일정 기간 격리가 필요합니다.hae oe e seo to ra o myeon il jeong ki gan kyeong ni ga pi ryo ham ni da

If you return from abroad, a period of isolation is necessary.

Tips for using 격리

  • Unlike ordinary social distance, this word usually points to an organized safety measure with a clear reason and time period.

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