Korean word

응급처치

Pronunciation

Romanizationeunggeupcheochi

Meaning

  • nounfirst aid

Example

아이에게 응급처치를 해줬다.a i e ge eung geup cheo chi reul hae jwot tta

I gave the child first aid.

Illustration for 응급처치 (first aid)

More examples

병원에 도착하기 전까지 응급처치가 중요하다.pyeong wo ne to cha ka gi cheon kka ji eung geup cheo chi ga chung yo ha da

First aid is important until you reach the hospital.

Core concept

Simple emergency care that protects life or prevents a condition from worsening while waiting for professional help.

Common phrases

  • 응급처치를 하다eung geup cheo chi reul ha da

    give first aid

  • 응급처치를 받다eung geup cheo chi reul pat tta

    receive first aid

  • 응급처치 지침eung geup cheo chi chi chim

    first-aid guidelines

Similar words

응급조치eunggeupjjochi: An urgent measure used at the scene to stop a dangerous situation from worsening.
구급처치kugeupcheochi: Care provided during rescue or transport for someone who is hurt or suddenly ill.
처치cheochi: Action that treats an injury or illness and helps restore a stable condition.
응급치료eunggeupchiryo: Urgent treatment for a sudden health condition requiring medical attention.

Definition in Korean

응급 상황에서 생명이나 상태의 악화를 막기 위해 즉시 시행하는 간단하고 일시적인 처치eung geup sang hwang e seo saeng myeong i na sang tae ui a kwa reul mak kki wi hae cheuk ssi si haeng ha neun kan dan ha go il ssi jeo gin cheo chi

Word origin

The word combines Sino-Korean elements for urgency and treatment, so its form reflects a quick response to a sudden medical problem.

Usage tips

  • In everyday Korean, this word fits discussions of safety training, accidents, and helping someone nearby, not only conversations inside a hospital.

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