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Headache / Cold in Korean
머리가 아파요 = headache. 감기에 걸렸어요 = I caught a cold.
Published on September 14, 2026
Headache = 머리가 아파요. Cold = 감기에 걸렸어요.
Body part + 아파요 = it hurts. Ultra-productive pattern.
Levels / phrasings
| Phrase | Romanization | Meaning | Register |
|---|---|---|---|
| 머리가 아파요 | meoriga apayo | I have a headache | Polite |
| 감기에 걸렸어요 | gamgie geollyeosseoyo | I have a cold | Polite |
| 열이 나요 | yeori nayo | I have a fever | Symptom |
| 기침이 나요 | gichimi nayo | I have a cough | Symptom |
Related phrases
- 목이 아파요 (mogi apayo): I have a sore throat
- 콧물이 나요 (konmuri nayo): I have a runny nose
- 쉬어야 해요 (swieoya haeyo): I need to rest
Tip
배가 아파요 / 허리가 아파요 follow the same pattern.
Common mistake
No Konglish “headache.” Use 머리가 아파요.
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