구토 em 30 segundos
- 구토 is the formal Korean noun for 'vomiting,' primarily used in medical, academic, and professional settings to describe physical sickness.
- It originates from Hanja (嘔吐) and is distinct from the common native Korean verb '토하다,' which is used in everyday casual speech.
- Commonly paired with light verbs like '하다' (to do) or '나다' (to occur), it appears frequently on medicine labels and in hospitals.
- Understanding this word is essential for describing symptoms accurately to health professionals or reading technical warnings and health-related reports.
The Korean word 구토 (Guto) is a formal noun that translates directly to 'vomiting' or 'emesis.' While the everyday, conversational way to say 'to throw up' is the native Korean verb 토하다 (to-hada), 구토 functions as the technical and clinical term used in medical, academic, and formal contexts. Understanding the distinction between these two is crucial for a learner transitioning from basic survival Korean to more professional or descriptive proficiency. The word is composed of two Hanja (Sino-Korean) characters: 嘔 (구), meaning to vomit or spit out, and 吐 (토), which also carries the meaning of spitting or ejecting from the mouth. Together, they reinforce the physical act of the stomach's contents being expelled.
- Clinical Usage
- In a hospital or pharmacy, a doctor will rarely ask if you 'threw up' using informal language. Instead, they will ask, '구토 증상이 있습니까?' (Do you have symptoms of vomiting?). This noun is often paired with the verb 유발하다 (to induce) or 억제하다 (to suppress) in professional medical literature.
- Formal Reporting
- When writing a report, perhaps for an insurance claim or a school absence note, 구토 is the appropriate term. Using the more casual '토' in these documents would appear unprofessional and overly colloquial.
환자는 극심한 두통과 함께 구토 증세를 보였습니다.
Beyond the physical act, 구토 can also be found in literature to describe a sense of extreme revulsion or disgust. Just as in English we might say something is 'nauseating,' Korean writers use 구토 to evoke a visceral reaction to corruption or moral decay. However, for a CEFR A2 learner, the primary focus should remain on its physical meaning within the health and wellness domain. You will see this word on the labels of over-the-counter medicines for motion sickness (멀미약) and digestive issues (소화제), often listed under 'indications' or 'side effects.'
과도한 음주는 구토와 탈수를 유발할 수 있습니다.
To summarize, 구토 is your 'scientific' word. If you are reading a news article about food poisoning (식중독), a medical pamphlet about pregnancy (임신), or a warning label on a chemical product, 구토 is the word that will bridge the gap between simple symptoms and professional diagnosis. It is a vital noun for anyone navigating the Korean healthcare system or seeking to understand the formal nuances of the language.
Using 구토 correctly requires understanding its grammatical behavior as a noun. Unlike the verb 토하다, which acts directly on the subject, 구토 is often the subject or object of a sentence involving light verbs like 하다 (to do) or 나다 (to emerge/occur). Let's explore the most common patterns and how they change based on what you want to emphasize.
- Pattern 1: 구토를 하다 (To Vomit)
- This is the standard noun+verb construction. It focuses on the action itself. For example, '아이가 갑자기 구토를 했어요' (The child suddenly vomited). It is more descriptive and formal than just saying '토했어요.'
- Pattern 2: 구토가 나다 (To Feel Like Vomiting / Nausea)
- While '구역질' is the specific word for nausea, Koreans often use '구토가 날 것 같아요' to express that they are on the verge of vomiting. It literally means 'Vomiting is coming out' or 'Vomiting is occurring.'
상한 음식을 먹으면 구토가 발생할 수 있습니다.
In more complex sentences, 구토 acts as a building block for compound nouns. You will frequently see 구토 증상 (symptoms of vomiting) or 구토 억제제 (anti-emetic/vomit suppressant). When describing a sequence of events, you might use 구토 후에 (after vomiting) to indicate what happened next, such as '구토 후에 물을 마시지 마세요' (Do not drink water after vomiting).
어지럼증이 구토를 동반하는 경우가 많습니다.
For learners, the most practical use of 구토 in a sentence is when visiting a pharmacy. Saying '구토가 멈추지 않아요' (The vomiting won't stop) is a clear, precise way to communicate your distress. It sounds more adult and serious than the childish-sounding '토가 안 멈춰요.' Use it when you want to be taken seriously by medical professionals or when describing a medical condition in a factual manner.
If you live in Korea, you might go days without hearing the word 구토 in casual conversation, but you will see and hear it in very specific, high-stakes environments. The most common location is undoubtedly the hospital (병원) or emergency room (응급실). Here, medical staff use it to categorize symptoms. When a nurse is triaging a patient, they will record '구토' on the chart rather than '토.' You will also hear it in pharmacies (약국) when the pharmacist explains the side effects of a new medication.
- Public Transportation
- On long-distance buses or ferries, you might see signs or hear announcements regarding motion sickness. They will often use the term '구토 유발' (inducing vomiting) to warn passengers about rough conditions or to offer bags (구토용 봉투).
- News and Media
- News anchors reporting on food safety scandals, viral outbreaks (like Norovirus), or the effects of tear gas in protests will use 구토 as a standard descriptive noun. It provides a level of journalistic distance and objectivity.
약사는 이 약의 부작용으로 구토가 있을 수 있다고 설명했습니다.
Another interesting place you encounter this word is in educational settings. Biology textbooks or health class materials will use 구토 to explain the body's defense mechanism. You might also hear it in legal or police contexts, such as when a police officer is describing the state of an intoxicated person in an official report. In these scenarios, the word acts as a formal label for a physical event.
비행기 좌석 주머니에는 구토용 봉투가 비치되어 있습니다.
In summary, 구토 is the 'official' voice of the symptom. When the situation requires precision, formality, or professional distance, 구토 is the word of choice. It is the language of signs, labels, reports, and diagnoses.
The most frequent mistake learners make with 구토 is using it in overly casual situations where the native word 토 or 토하다 would be much more natural. Imagine you are with a close friend who just got off a roller coaster and feels sick. If you ask, '구토를 했니?' (Did you perform vomiting?), it sounds strangely robotic or like a doctor interviewing a patient. In that context, '토했어?' is the correct choice.
- Mistake 1: Confusing Noun and Verb
- Learners sometimes try to use 구토 as a verb without the '하다' attachment. You cannot say '나는 구토했어' as easily as you can say '나는 토했어.' While '구토하다' is a valid verb, it is very formal. Stick to the noun form 구토 when describing symptoms and the verb 토하다 for the action in daily life.
- Mistake 2: Misusing '구역질'
- Many learners confuse '구토' (vomiting) with '구역질' (nausea/retching). 구토 is the actual expulsion of stomach contents. '구역질' is the feeling that you *might* vomit or the dry heaving that occurs. If you only feel nauseous but haven't actually thrown up, saying '구토를 했어요' is factually incorrect.
❌ 어제 술 마시고 구토했어. (Too formal for friends)
✅ 어제 술 마시고 토했어. (Natural for friends)
Another common error is the incorrect use of particles. Because 구토 is a noun, it needs the object particle 를 or the subject particle 가. Beginners often drop these, leading to broken sentences like '구토 있어요' instead of the more complete '구토 증상이 있어요' or '구토를 해요.'
❌ 배가 아파서 구토를 나요.
✅ 배가 아파서 구토가 나요. (Vomiting is 'coming out')
Lastly, remember that 구토 is a countable symptom in some medical contexts but generally treated as an abstract noun. You don't usually say 'three vomitings' (세 번의 구토) unless you are being extremely precise in a medical log. In regular speech, you describe the frequency using other adverbs.
While 구토 is the primary clinical term, the Korean language offers a variety of synonyms and related terms that change based on the age of the person, the severity of the act, and the level of formality. Understanding these will help you navigate different social and medical situations with ease.
- 토 (To) / 토하다 (To-hada)
- The most common everyday equivalent. It is a native Korean verb. If you are sick at home or with friends, this is the only word you need. '나 토할 것 같아' (I think I'm going to throw up).
- 게우다 (Ge-uda)
- A native Korean verb often used for babies or small children when they spit up milk or food. It feels slightly softer and less 'harsh' than 구토 or 토하다. '아기가 우유를 게웠어요' (The baby spat up milk).
- 구역질 (Guyeok-jil)
- This refers to the sensation of nausea or the physical act of retching/dry heaving. It is the precursor to 구토. '구역질이 나요' (I feel nauseous).
의사는 환자의 오심과 구토 증상을 확인했습니다.
For advanced learners, 오심 (Osim) is another Hanja term worth knowing. It is the medical word for 'nausea.' You will almost always see '오심 및 구토' (nausea and vomiting) listed together on drug warning labels. Another specific term is 입덧 (Ip-ddeot), which specifically refers to 'morning sickness' during pregnancy. You wouldn't use 구토 to describe morning sickness unless you were talking about the actual physical act of vomiting during that period.
멀미 때문에 구토가 나올 때는 창문을 여세요.
In literary contexts, you might encounter 분출 (Bunchul), meaning 'eruption' or 'spewing,' which can be used metaphorically for vomiting in high-intensity descriptions. However, for 99% of your Korean journey, choosing between 구토 (formal/medical) and 토하다 (casual/action) will be your most important decision.
How Formal Is It?
Curiosidade
The character 吐 (토) is also used in the word '토로하다' (to speak one's mind/reveal feelings), metaphorically 'vomiting' out one's thoughts.
Guia de pronúncia
- Pronouncing '구' like 'gyu' (adding a 'y' sound).
- Failing to aspirate the 't' in '토', making it sound like 'do'.
- Pronouncing 'u' as a lazy 'uh' instead of a rounded 'oo'.
- Adding a 'w' sound at the end of '토' (like English 'toe').
- Confusing it with '국토' (national territory) by adding a 'k' sound in the first syllable.
Nível de dificuldade
The Hanja characters are common in medical contexts, making it easy to recognize once learned.
Requires correct usage of particles and formal verb endings to sound natural.
Pronouncing the aspirated 't' correctly is important to avoid confusion.
Clear phonetic structure makes it relatively easy to hear in medical or news contexts.
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Pré-requisitos
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Avançado
Gramática essencial
Noun + 가/이 나다 (To occur/emerge)
구토가 나요. (Vomiting is occurring / I feel like vomiting.)
Noun + 를/을 하다 (To do an action)
구토를 했어요. (I vomited.)
Noun + 때문에 (Because of noun)
구토 때문에 힘들어요. (It's hard because of the vomiting.)
Noun + 용 (For the use of)
구토용 봉투 (A bag for vomiting.)
Noun + 증상 (Symptom of noun)
구토 증상 (Vomiting symptoms.)
Exemplos por nível
구토가 있어요.
I have vomiting (symptoms).
A1 uses noun + 있어요 to express a state.
아기가 구토를 해요.
The baby is vomiting.
Simple noun + object particle + verb.
구토 약 주세요.
Please give me vomit medicine.
Noun used as a modifier for another noun (약).
어제 구토를 했어요.
I vomited yesterday.
Past tense of the verb '하다'.
구토가 너무 심해요.
The vomiting is too severe.
Using the adjective '심하다' (to be severe).
배가 아프고 구토가 나요.
My stomach hurts and I feel like vomiting.
Connecting two symptoms with -고.
여기에 구토를 했어요.
I vomited here.
Location particle -에.
구토 때문에 힘들어요.
It's hard because of the vomiting.
Using '때문에' to show cause.
구토 증상이 있으면 말씀해 주세요.
Please tell me if you have symptoms of vomiting.
Conditional -면 and the noun '증상' (symptom).
멀미 때문에 구토가 날 것 같아요.
I feel like I'm going to vomit because of motion sickness.
Future probability '-ㄹ 것 같다'.
이 약은 구토를 멈추게 합니다.
This medicine stops vomiting.
Causative structure '-게 하다'.
구토용 봉투는 어디에 있나요?
Where is the vomit bag?
The suffix -용 means 'for the use of'.
식중독에 걸리면 구토를 할 수 있습니다.
If you get food poisoning, you can vomit.
Possibility '-ㄹ 수 있다'.
구토 후에 입을 헹구세요.
Rinse your mouth after vomiting.
Time expression '후에' (after).
갑작스러운 구토는 위험할 수 있습니다.
Sudden vomiting can be dangerous.
Noun modification with an adjective.
구토가 멈추지 않아서 병원에 갔어요.
I went to the hospital because the vomiting wouldn't stop.
Reasoning with '-아서/어서'.
심한 구토로 인해 탈수 증세가 나타났습니다.
Dehydration symptoms appeared due to severe vomiting.
Formal cause marker '-로 인해'.
약의 부작용으로 구토가 유발될 수 있습니다.
Vomiting can be induced as a side effect of the medicine.
Passive verb '유발되다' (to be induced).
구토를 억제하는 음식을 먹는 것이 좋습니다.
It is good to eat foods that suppress vomiting.
Noun phrase with '-는 것'.
환자는 어젯밤부터 계속해서 구토를 반복하고 있습니다.
The patient has been repeatedly vomiting since last night.
Continuous action '-고 있다'.
구역질과 구토는 서로 다른 증상입니다.
Nausea and vomiting are different symptoms.
Comparison using '서로 다른'.
과음은 위 점막을 자극하여 구토를 일으킵니다.
Excessive drinking irritates the stomach lining and causes vomiting.
Sequential action '-하여'.
구토가 가라앉을 때까지 아무것도 먹지 마세요.
Do not eat anything until the vomiting subsides.
Time limit '-을 때까지'.
아이의 구토물이 옷에 묻었어요.
The child's vomit got on the clothes.
The noun '구토물' refers to the actual vomitus/matter.
항암 치료의 일반적인 부작용은 오심과 구토입니다.
Common side effects of chemotherapy are nausea and vomiting.
Medical terminology usage '오심' and '항암 치료'.
뇌압이 상승하면 분출성 구토가 나타날 수 있습니다.
If intracranial pressure rises, projectile vomiting may occur.
Technical term '분출성 구토' (projectile vomiting).
구토를 동반한 복통은 맹장염의 신호일 수 있습니다.
Abdominal pain accompanied by vomiting can be a sign of appendicitis.
The verb '동반하다' (to accompany).
독성 물질을 삼켰을 경우 억지로 구토를 유도해서는 안 됩니다.
If toxic substances are swallowed, you must not force-induce vomiting.
Strong prohibition '-해서는 안 된다'.
지속적인 구토는 전해질 불균형을 초래합니다.
Persistent vomiting causes electrolyte imbalance.
The verb '초래하다' (to bring about/result in).
구토 중추는 뇌의 연수에 위치하고 있습니다.
The vomiting center is located in the medulla oblongata of the brain.
Scientific location description.
그 영화의 잔인한 장면은 관객들에게 구토를 유발했습니다.
The movie's cruel scenes induced vomiting in the audience.
Metaphorical/Physical reaction description.
식사 직후의 구토는 거식증의 징후일 수 있습니다.
Vomiting immediately after a meal can be a sign of anorexia.
Psychological/Medical context.
사르트르의 소설 '구토'는 실존적 허무를 다루고 있습니다.
Sartre's novel 'Nausea' deals with existential void.
Literary analysis context.
사회적 부조리에 대한 그의 반응은 생리적인 구토에 가까웠다.
His reaction to social injustice was close to physiological vomiting.
Metaphorical use of '생리적' (physiological).
만성적인 구토 증세는 심리적 스트레스에서 기인할 수 있습니다.
Chronic vomiting symptoms can originate from psychological stress.
The formal verb '기인하다' (to originate from).
구토물의 성분을 분석하여 독극물 중독 여부를 확인합니다.
Analyze the contents of the vomit to check for poison poisoning.
Forensic/Technical context.
이 소설은 구토라는 감각을 통해 인간 존재의 낯설음을 묘사한다.
This novel depicts the strangeness of human existence through the sensation of nausea/vomiting.
Philosophical description.
반복되는 구토로 인해 식도 점막이 손상되는 말로리-바이스 증후군이 발생했다.
Mallory-Weiss syndrome, where the esophageal mucosa is damaged due to repeated vomiting, occurred.
Advanced medical jargon.
정치적 부패의 현장을 목도한 그는 구토를 참을 수 없었다.
Witnessing the scene of political corruption, he could not suppress his vomiting (revulsion).
High-register literary prose.
구토 반사를 억제하는 약물 투여가 시급합니다.
Urgent administration of drugs to suppress the gag reflex (vomiting reflex) is needed.
Formal medical urgency.
본 논문은 수술 후 오심 및 구토(PONV)의 발생 기전을 고찰한다.
This paper examines the developmental mechanism of postoperative nausea and vomiting (PONV).
Academic abstract style.
구토라는 육체적 배설 행위가 갖는 문학적 상징성에 주목해야 한다.
One must pay attention to the literary symbolism of the physical act of excretion called vomiting.
Theoretical analysis.
환자의 구토 양상을 통해 유문 협착증의 가능성을 배제할 수 없다.
The possibility of pyloric stenosis cannot be ruled out based on the patient's vomiting pattern.
Clinical diagnostic language.
그의 문체는 독자로 하여금 물리적인 구토감을 느끼게 할 만큼 생생했다.
His writing style was so vivid that it made the reader feel a physical sense of nausea.
Causative structure with '로 하여금'.
혈액이 섞인 구토, 즉 토혈은 소화기계의 심각한 출혈을 의미한다.
Vomiting mixed with blood, namely hematemesis, signifies serious bleeding in the digestive system.
Definition and clarification in a technical text.
구토의 빈도와 양, 색깔은 질병의 경중을 판단하는 중요한 지표이다.
The frequency, amount, and color of vomiting are important indicators for judging the severity of a disease.
Evaluative formal statement.
신경성 구토는 기질적 원인 없이 심리적 요인에 의해 유발되는 기능적 장애이다.
Psychogenic vomiting is a functional disorder induced by psychological factors without an organic cause.
Psychiatric definition.
전근대 사회에서 구토는 종종 악령의 퇴치 과정으로 해석되기도 했다.
In pre-modern societies, vomiting was often interpreted as a process of expelling evil spirits.
Historical/Anthropological context.
Colocações comuns
Frases Comuns
— I feel like I'm going to vomit. This is a common way to express immediate nausea.
속이 안 좋아서 구토가 날 것 같아요.
— To make the vomiting stop. Often used when discussing treatments.
어떻게 하면 구토를 멈추게 할 수 있을까요?
— To have symptoms of vomiting. A formal way to tell a doctor your condition.
어제부터 구토 증세가 있어서 왔습니다.
— To hold back vomit or suppress the urge to vomit.
너무 어지러워서 구토를 참기 힘들었어요.
— To induce vomiting, often used in emergencies like poisoning.
독극물을 먹었을 때는 구토를 유도해야 할 때도 있습니다.
— Vomiting and diarrhea. These two symptoms are frequently mentioned together.
장염에 걸리면 구토와 설사가 같이 와요.
— Traces or evidence of vomiting. Used in cleaning or forensic contexts.
길에 구토 흔적이 남아 있었어요.
— Anti-vomiting agent/medicine. Technical term for anti-emetics.
멀미를 예방하기 위해 구토 방지제를 먹었어요.
— Vomiting stops. Used to describe the cessation of the symptom.
약을 먹으니 다행히 구토가 멎었습니다.
— To vomit repeatedly. Used to describe a persistent condition.
밤새 구토를 반복해서 기운이 없어요.
Frequentemente confundido com
Sounds similar but means 'national territory.' Be careful with the 'k' sound in the first syllable.
Means 'composition' (in art) or 'seeking the truth.' The 'd' sound is unaspirated, unlike the 't' in 구토.
Means 'prayer' or 'airway.' In a medical context, '기도' (airway) might be mentioned alongside vomiting, so don't mix them up.
Expressões idiomáticas
— Literally 'vomiting comes out,' but used idiomatically to express intense disgust at a situation.
그들의 비겁한 행동을 보니 구토가 나올 것 같다.
Literary/Metaphorical— While using '게우다', this idiom means to pour out one's inner thoughts or secrets, similar to 'spilling one's guts.'
그는 술에 취해 친구에게 속을 다 게웠다.
Informal— To the point of vomiting. Used to emphasize extreme effort or extreme disgust.
토할 정도로 열심히 공부했어요.
Informal— To vomit blood. Idiomatically, it means to speak or act with extreme passion or resentment.
그는 피를 토하는 심정으로 억울함을 호소했다.
Literary— To 'vomit' money. Idiomatically, to be forced to return money that was taken illegally or unfairly.
사기꾼은 훔친 돈을 모두 토해내야 했다.
Colloquial— Literally to vomit everything eaten, but also used to mean losing all previous gains or profits.
주식 시장이 폭락해서 벌었던 돈을 다 토해냈다.
Colloquial— A world that makes one want to retch. A common literary expression for a corrupt society.
이 구역질 나는 세상에서 정의를 찾기란 힘들다.
Literary— To have one's internal organs twisted. Used to describe the feeling of intense nausea or extreme anger.
그 말을 듣는 순간 오장육부가 뒤틀리는 기분이었다.
Idiomatic— To have sour water (stomach acid) come up. Idiomatically, to be sick and tired of something.
이제 그 사람의 거짓말에는 신물이 난다.
Common Idiom— To feel as refreshed as if one has just finished vomiting (getting it all out).
비밀을 말하고 나니 게운 듯이 시원하다.
ColloquialFácil de confundir
Both relate to feeling sick.
구역질 is the feeling of nausea or retching without necessarily expelling anything. 구토 is the actual act of throwing up.
구역질만 나고 구토는 안 했어요.
They have the same meaning.
토하다 is a native verb used in everyday speech. 구토 is a Sino-Korean noun used in formal or clinical settings.
친구 앞에서는 '토했다'고 하고, 의사 앞에서는 '구토를 했다'고 합니다.
Both mean to vomit.
게우다 is softer and often used for babies or small amounts. 구토 is the general and more violent medical term.
아기가 젖을 게웠어요.
Often found together in text.
오심 is the internal feeling of nausea. 구토 is the external physical act.
오심 증상이 심해지면 구토로 이어집니다.
Relates to vomiting during pregnancy.
입덧 is the name of the condition (morning sickness). 구토 is the symptom that occurs because of it.
입덧 때문에 하루 종일 구토를 해요.
Padrões de frases
N이/가 있어요
구토가 있어요.
N이/가 나요
구토가 나요.
N을/를 해요
구토를 해요.
N으로 인해
구토로 인해 탈수가 왔어요.
N을/를 유발하다
상한 음식이 구토를 유발해요.
N을/를 동반하다
두통이 구토를 동반해요.
N에 기인하다
증상은 구토에 기인합니다.
N의 양상
구토의 양상을 분석합니다.
Família de palavras
Substantivos
Verbos
Adjetivos
Relacionado
Como usar
High in medical and health-related contexts; low in casual social conversation.
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Using '구토' in casual conversation with friends.
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토 / 토하다
'구토' is too formal for a casual chat. It sounds like you are reading from a textbook.
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Saying '구토를 나요'.
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구토가 나요.
The verb '나다' (to occur/emerge) requires the subject particle '-가'.
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Confusing '구토' (vomiting) with '구역질' (nausea).
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Use '구역질' if you haven't actually thrown up.
'구토' implies the physical expulsion of food. '구역질' is the feeling before it happens.
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Spelling it as '국토'.
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구토
'국토' means national territory. Adding the 'k' sound completely changes the meaning.
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Using '구토' as a verb base without '하다'.
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구토하다
As a Sino-Korean noun, it cannot stand alone as a verb. It needs the '하다' helper.
Dicas
Use in Hospitals
Always use '구토' when filling out medical forms or talking to a doctor. It is the precise term they expect to hear.
Particle Match
Pair '구토가' with '나다' (to occur) and '구토를' with '하다' (to do). Mixing them up is a common learner mistake.
Babies and '게우다'
If you are talking about a baby spitting up, '게우다' is much more natural and common than '구토'.
Hangover Talk
In the context of drinking, '토하다' is the standard. '구토' might sound like you're trying to be too clinical about a messy situation.
Medicine Labels
Look for '구토' under the '부작용' (side effects) section of any Korean medicine you buy.
Aspirate the 'T'
Make sure to blow out a puff of air when saying '토'. If you don't, it might sound like '구도' (composition).
Hanja Roots
Knowing that '토' (吐) means 'to spit or eject' helps you understand other words like '토로하다' (to speak out).
Formal Reports
If writing for school or work about being sick, '구토 증세로 인해...' is a great way to start your explanation.
Warning Signs
On ships or winding roads, look for signs mentioning '구토' to know where to find assistance or bags.
Nausea vs Vomit
Don't confuse '구토' with '구역질'. If you only feel sick but don't throw up, use '구역질'.
Memorize
Mnemônico
Think of 'Gu' as 'Goo' (the sticky stuff) and 'To' as 'Toe'. If you see 'Goo' on your 'Toe', you might 'Guto' (vomit) because it's gross.
Associação visual
Imagine a hospital sign with a person leaning over a bowl. The sign has the word '구토' in bold letters.
Word Web
Desafio
Try to find the word '구토' on a Korean medicine bottle or a health-related news article today.
Origem da palavra
Derived from the Hanja (Sino-Korean) characters 嘔 (구) and 吐 (토).
Significado original: 嘔 (구) means to vomit or spit out; 吐 (토) also means to vomit, spit, or say/disclose.
Sino-KoreanContexto cultural
Be careful when using this word at the dinner table; it is considered very impolite to mention '구토' while others are eating.
In English, we have many slang terms (puke, barf, hurl). Korean also has these, but '구토' remains the clinical standard equivalent to 'vomiting.'
Pratique na vida real
Contextos reais
At the Hospital
- 구토 증상이 언제 시작됐나요?
- 구토를 몇 번 했습니까?
- 구토물에 피가 섞여 있나요?
- 구토를 멈추는 주사를 놓아드릴게요.
At the Pharmacy
- 구토를 억제하는 약이 있나요?
- 이 약을 먹으면 구토가 날 수 있나요?
- 구토가 심할 때 먹는 약을 주세요.
- 멀미로 인한 구토에 효과가 있나요?
On Public Transport
- 구토용 봉투 좀 주시겠어요?
- 멀미 때문에 구토가 나려고 해요.
- 창문을 열면 구토 증상이 나아질까요?
- 여기에 구토를 하면 안 됩니다.
Discussing Side Effects
- 주요 부작용은 구토와 어지럼증입니다.
- 구토가 발생하면 복용을 중단하세요.
- 심한 구토는 탈수를 일으킬 수 있습니다.
- 구토를 유발하는 성분이 들어있나요?
Reading News
- 식중독 환자들이 구토 증세를 보였다.
- 화학 가스가 구토를 유발했다.
- 노로바이러스의 주된 증상은 구토이다.
- 구토와 고열을 동반한 괴질이 번지고 있다.
Iniciadores de conversa
"어제 먹은 음식 때문에 구토를 한 적이 있나요? (Have you ever vomited because of food you ate yesterday?)"
"멀미가 심해서 구토를 자주 하나요? (Do you vomit often because of severe motion sickness?)"
"구토 증상이 있을 때 어떤 음식을 드시나요? (What food do you eat when you have vomiting symptoms?)"
"한국 드라마에서 술 마시고 구토하는 장면을 본 적 있나요? (Have you seen scenes in K-dramas where characters vomit after drinking?)"
"병원에서 구토 증상을 어떻게 설명해야 할까요? (How should one explain vomiting symptoms at a hospital?)"
Temas para diário
가장 최근에 구토를 했을 때의 경험을 자세히 써 보세요. (Write in detail about your most recent experience of vomiting.)
구토를 유발하는 상황(멀미, 냄새 등)에 대해 적어 보세요. (Write about situations that induce vomiting for you, like motion sickness or smells.)
구토 증상이 있는 친구를 어떻게 도와줄 수 있을지 생각해 보세요. (Think about how you could help a friend who has symptoms of vomiting.)
한국의 '해장' 문화와 구토의 관계에 대해 자신의 생각을 써 보세요. (Write your thoughts on the relationship between Korea's 'haejang'/hangover cure culture and vomiting.)
의사가 되어 환자의 구토 증상을 진단하는 대화문을 만들어 보세요. (Create a dialogue where you are a doctor diagnosing a patient's vomiting symptoms.)
Perguntas frequentes
10 perguntasIt is a noun. To use it as a verb, you must add '하다' (구토하다). However, it is most commonly used as a noun in phrases like '구토 증상' or '구토가 나다'.
You can, but it sounds very formal. It's like saying 'I am experiencing emesis' instead of 'I threw up.' Use '토했어' with friends instead.
'구역질' is nausea or the feeling of wanting to vomit. '구토' is the actual act of vomiting. You can have '구역질' without '구토'.
Medicine bottles use formal language. '구토' is the standard term for vomiting in the medical industry to ensure clarity and professional tone.
You can say '구토가 날 것 같아요.' This is a polite and clear way to express that you are about to be sick.
Not exactly. '게우다' is a native Korean word often used for babies spitting up. It's less formal and generally describes a less forceful act than '구토'.
It means 'inducing vomiting.' You might see this on signs for things that have a very bad smell or in medical contexts for emetics.
Yes, in literature, it can describe extreme moral disgust or existential dread, similar to how 'nauseating' is used in English.
It is a vomit bag, commonly found in the seat pockets of airplanes, buses, or ships for passengers with motion sickness.
You should use '구토'. It will help the medical staff understand your symptoms more accurately and sounds more appropriate for the setting.
Teste-se 190 perguntas
Translate to Korean: 'I feel like vomiting because of motion sickness.'
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Translate to Korean: 'The patient has severe vomiting symptoms.'
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Write a sentence using '구토' and '약' (medicine).
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Translate to Korean: 'Vomiting can cause dehydration.'
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Write a sentence using '구토' and '음식' (food).
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Translate to Korean: 'Where is the vomit bag?'
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Write a sentence using '구토' and '병원' (hospital).
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Translate to Korean: 'Excessive drinking induces vomiting.'
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Write a sentence using '구토' and '부작용' (side effect).
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Translate to Korean: 'Rinse your mouth after vomiting.'
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Translate to Korean: 'I couldn't suppress the vomiting.'
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Write a sentence using '구토' and '아이' (child).
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Translate to Korean: 'Nausea and vomiting are different.'
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Write a sentence using '구토' and '심하다' (severe).
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Translate to Korean: 'The vomiting stopped after taking the medicine.'
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Write a sentence using '구토' and '스트레스' (stress).
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Translate to Korean: 'The movie was so disgusting it induced vomiting.'
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Write a sentence using '구토' and '어지럼증' (dizziness).
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Translate to Korean: 'The vomiting center is in the brain.'
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Write a sentence using '구토' and '흔적' (trace).
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Describe a time you felt like vomiting (in Korean).
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Você disse:
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How do you ask for vomit medicine at a pharmacy?
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Tell a doctor you've been vomiting since last night.
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Você disse:
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Explain a side effect of a medicine using '구토'.
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Ask where the vomit bags are on a bus.
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Say that the smell makes you want to vomit.
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Advise someone to rinse their mouth after vomiting.
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Say that you have symptoms of both vomiting and diarrhea.
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Ask if a medicine induces vomiting.
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Say that the vomiting has finally stopped.
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Describe projectile vomiting in a clinical way.
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Say that you can't suppress the urge to vomit.
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Mention that a child spat up some milk.
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Explain that stress causes your vomiting.
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Ask if there are any other symptoms besides vomiting.
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Say that you feel nauseous but haven't vomited yet.
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Tell someone not to eat until the vomiting stops.
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Describe the contents of the vomit (color, etc.) to a doctor.
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Say that the movie was disgusting in a formal way.
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Mention the vomiting center in the brain.
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Listen to the sentence: '구토 증상이 심하면 수액을 맞아야 합니다.' What treatment is suggested if vomiting is severe?
Listen: '어제 술을 너무 많이 마셔서 구토를 했어요.' Why did the person vomit?
Listen: '이 약은 구토를 유발할 수 있으니 식후에 드세요.' When should you take the medicine?
Listen: '배가 아프고 구토가 나요.' What are the two symptoms?
Listen: '구토용 봉투는 좌석 주머니에 있습니다.' Where is the bag?
Listen: '구토가 멈추지 않아서 걱정이에요.' What is the speaker worried about?
Listen: '환자는 오심과 구토를 호소하고 있습니다.' What two things is the patient complaining of?
Listen: '구토를 참으려고 노력했지만 안 됐어요.' Did the person successfully hold back the vomit?
Listen: '상한 음식이 구토를 일으켰습니다.' What caused the vomiting?
Listen: '구토 후에 물을 조금씩 마시세요.' What should you do after vomiting?
Listen: '이것은 전형적인 구토의 양상입니다.' What is being described?
Listen: '구토를 억제하는 주사를 놓겠습니다.' What kind of injection will be given?
Listen: '아이가 갑자기 구토를 시작했어요.' Who started vomiting?
Listen: '구토물이 기도로 넘어가지 않게 하세요.' What should you prevent from happening?
Listen: '구토는 몸의 방어 기전 중 하나입니다.' What is vomiting described as?
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Summary
The word 구토 is your 'scientific' and 'professional' key to discussing sickness. While you might say '토했어요' to a friend, you must use '구토 증상이 있어요' when speaking to a doctor to sound precise and clear. Example: '심한 구토 때문에 약국에 갔어요' (I went to the pharmacy because of severe vomiting).
- 구토 is the formal Korean noun for 'vomiting,' primarily used in medical, academic, and professional settings to describe physical sickness.
- It originates from Hanja (嘔吐) and is distinct from the common native Korean verb '토하다,' which is used in everyday casual speech.
- Commonly paired with light verbs like '하다' (to do) or '나다' (to occur), it appears frequently on medicine labels and in hospitals.
- Understanding this word is essential for describing symptoms accurately to health professionals or reading technical warnings and health-related reports.
Use in Hospitals
Always use '구토' when filling out medical forms or talking to a doctor. It is the precise term they expect to hear.
Particle Match
Pair '구토가' with '나다' (to occur) and '구토를' with '하다' (to do). Mixing them up is a common learner mistake.
Babies and '게우다'
If you are talking about a baby spitting up, '게우다' is much more natural and common than '구토'.
Hangover Talk
In the context of drinking, '토하다' is the standard. '구토' might sound like you're trying to be too clinical about a messy situation.
Exemplo
심한 구토와 설사 증상이 나타났다.
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몸살나다
A2To suffer from body aches and fatigue, often due to a cold.
쑤시다
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에취
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급성적이다
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