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알레르기

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Understanding '알레르기' (Allergy)

The Korean word '알레르기' refers to an allergy or hypersensitive reaction to certain substances like pollen, food, or dust. It is commonly used in medical and everyday contexts when discussing health issues related to immune responses.

Common Usage and Contexts

People often mention '알레르기' when describing symptoms or conditions, such as '알레르기 반응' (allergic reaction) or specifying the allergen, like '꽃가루 알레르기' (pollen allergy). It is important in conversations about health, especially in spring or when eating certain foods.

Typical Collocations

  • 꽃가루 알레르기: pollen allergy, common in spring
  • 음식 알레르기: food allergy, important for dietary caution
  • 알레르기 반응: allergic reaction, used when symptoms appear

Register and Politeness

'알레르기' is a neutral noun and can be used in both formal and informal contexts. When combined with verbs or adjectives, politeness levels depend on the sentence ending.

Common Mistakes

Learners sometimes confuse '알레르기' with general illness or cold symptoms. Remember, '알레르기' specifically refers to immune hypersensitivity, not just any sickness. Also, be careful to use the correct allergen noun before '알레르기' to specify the type of allergy.

Example Sentences

저는 꽃가루 알레르기가 있어서 봄에 코가 자주 막혀요.

Jeoneun kkotgaru alreuregiga isseoseo bombe koga jaju makhyeoyo.

I have a pollen allergy, so my nose often gets blocked in spring.

알레르기 반응이 심하면 병원에 가야 해요.

Alreureugi baneungi simhamyeon byeongwone gaya haeyo.

If the allergic reaction is severe, you should go to the hospital.

이 음식에는 땅콩이 들어 있어서 알레르기가 있는 사람은 조심해야 해요.

I eumsikeneun ttangkongi deureo isseo alreuregiga inneun sarameun josimhaeya haeyo.

This food contains peanuts, so people with allergies need to be careful.