English–Korean

“period cramps” in Korean

Korean

Pronunciation

Romanizationsaengnitong

Example

오늘 생리통이 심해서 일찍 자야겠어.o neul saeng ni tong i sim hae seo il jjik cha ya ge sseo

My period cramps are so bad today that I need to go to bed early.

Illustration for 생리통 (period cramps)

How to say “period cramps” in Korean

“Period cramps” in Korean is 생리통 (saengnitong).

Recurring lower abdominal pain that comes with menstruation and can make ordinary activities difficult.

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

Example sentences with 생리통

이번 달은 생리통이 덜해서 다행이야.i beon ta reun saeng ni tong i teol hae seo ta haeng i ya

I'm glad my period cramps are milder this month.

Tips for using 생리통

  • In conversation, this word can explain why someone needs rest without requiring a long medical explanation.

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