"감기에 걸렸어요" (gam-gi-e geol-lyeoss-eo-yo)
Meaning: I caught a cold.
Introduction
"감기에 걸렸어요" is the standard way to say "I caught a cold" in Korean. This phrase is useful for explaining that you're feeling unwell due to a cold. It’s polite and can be used in both casual and formal conversations when you want to let someone know about your condition.
More Expressions in Korean
몸이 안 좋아요 (mom-i an jo-a-yo)
I’m not feeling well.열이 있어요 (yeol-i iss-eo-yo)
I have a fever.기침이 나요 (gi-chim-i na-yo)
I’m coughing.콧물이 나요 (kot-mul-i na-yo)
I have a runny nose.몸살이 났어요 (mom-sal-i nat-seo-yo)
I have body aches. (Due to the flu or a bad cold)
These phrases will help you describe your symptoms if you’re feeling unwell. Use them to let others know about your condition in a polite way!