Korean word

육아

Pronunciation

Romanizationyuga

Meaning

  • nounparenting

Example

아빠도 육아에 적극 참여해야 한다.a ppa do yu ga e cheok kkeuk cha myeo hae ya han da

Dad should also take an active part in parenting.

Illustration for 육아 (parenting)

More examples

요즘 육아정보는 인터넷에서 찾기 쉽다.yo jeum yu ga jeong bo neun in teo ne se seo chat kki swip tta

These days, parenting information is easy to find on the internet.

Core concept

The sustained work of helping a young child grow through care, guidance, and daily support.

Common phrases

  • 육아휴직yu ga hyu jik

    parental leave

  • 육아용품yu ga yong pum

    childcare supplies

  • 육아정보yu ga jeong bo

    parenting information

Similar words

양육yangyuk: The long process of guiding a child's overall growth and building good life habits.
보육poyuk: Care and early development support given to children during the day by childcare workers or centers.
돌봄tolbom: Regular help with daily needs and safety for someone who needs support.
보살핌posalpim: Gentle care that notices a person's physical condition and feelings.

Definition in Korean

어린아이를 키우고 필요한 보살핌을 제공하는 활동.eo ri na i reul ki u go pi ryo han po sal pi meul che gong ha neun hwal dong

Word origin

The Sino-Korean compound joins roots meaning raise and child, directly reflecting the work of bringing up a young child.

Usage tips

  • The word applies to care provided by parents or other caregivers, so it should not be narrowed to one parent or one kind of task.

Related words

  • 육아휴직yugahyujikparental leavenoun
  • 육아수당yugasudangchildcare allowancenoun
  • 육아용품yugayongpumchildcare suppliesnoun

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