Korean word

간병

Pronunciation

Romanizationkanbyeong

Meaning

  • nouncaregiving

Example

퇴직 후 부모님의 간병을 맡게 됐어요.toe jik hu pu mo ni mui kan byeong eul mat kke twae sseo yo

After retiring, I ended up caring for my parents.

Illustration for 간병 (caregiving)

More examples

밤새 간병을 하느라 많이 피곤해요.pam sae kan byeong eul ha neu ra ma ni pi gon hae yo

I'm very tired from providing care all night.

Core concept

Staying close to a sick or weak person and helping with everyday needs such as meals, bathing, and medicine.

Common phrases

  • 간병을 하다kan byeong eul ha da

    provide care

  • 간병을 맡다kan byeong eul mat tta

    take on caregiving

Similar words

간호kanho: Specialized care for patients that involves medical treatment, observation, and recovery support.
돌봄tolbom: Support that helps someone handle daily life safely through help, attention, and supervision.
요양yoyang: Resting and receiving care for an extended time to regain health or strength.

Definition in Korean

병이나 몸이 약한 사람의 옆에서 식사, 목욕, 약 복용 등 일상적인 돌봄을 제공하는 일pyeong i na mo mi ya kan sa ra mui yeo pe seo sik ssa mo gyok yak po gyong teung il sang jeo gin tol bo meul che gong ha neun il

Word origin

It is a Sino-Korean term formed from elements meaning to attend and illness, reflecting care given by staying with a sick person.

Usage tips

  • In English, nursing can suggest medical treatment or a professional role, while this word often covers practical daily support by family members.

Other meanings

  • nursingnoun

Opposites

Related words

Word lists with this word