Korean

Meaning: medicine; drug
Part of Speech: Noun

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Handwriting

藥

Example sentences

I took medicine for a cold.
장이 좋지 않아서 약을 먹고 있다.
I'm taking medicine because my intestines aren't in good condition.
식사 후에 약을 드세요.
Please take the medicine after your meal.
이 약은 너무 써요.
This medicine is too bitter.
이 약은 효과가 매우 좋다.
This medicine is very effective.
그는 새로운 약을 연구하고 있습니다.
He is researching a new medicine.
머리가 아파서 약을 먹었다.
I took medicine because my head hurt.
그 약의 효과를 확인하기 위해 동물 실험이 진행되었다.
An animal experiment was conducted to verify the drug's effects.
상처에 약을 발랐어요.
I applied medicine to the wound.
이 약은 어떤 부작용이 있나요?
What kind of side effects does this medicine have?

Usage Notes

Used to refer to medication for illness or injury.

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