Exploring cosmetic procedures in Korea often involves specific terminology. This guide focuses on how to discuss “thigh fat clinics” in Korean, covering essential vocabulary and phrases needed for consultations and inquiries related to thigh fat reduction treatments available at specialized clinics.
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Core Term
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Expression: 허벅지살 클리닉
Pronunciation: heo-beok-ji-sal keul-li-nik
Meaning: Thigh fat clinic (A clinic specializing in procedures to reduce fat on the thighs)
Related Vocabulary
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Expression: 허벅지
Pronunciation: heo-beok-ji
Meaning: Thigh -
Expression: 살
Pronunciation: sal
Meaning: Fat, flesh -
Expression: 지방
Pronunciation: ji-bang
Meaning: Fat (more technical term) -
Expression: 클리닉
Pronunciation: keul-li-nik
Meaning: Clinic -
Expression: 병원
Pronunciation: byeong-won
Meaning: Hospital (can sometimes refer to larger clinics) -
Expression: 지방 흡입
Pronunciation: ji-bang heup-ip
Meaning: Liposuction -
Expression: 시술
Pronunciation: si-sul
Meaning: Procedure, treatment (often non-surgical or minimally invasive) -
Expression: 상담
Pronunciation: sang-dam
Meaning: Consultation -
Expression: 예약
Pronunciation: ye-yak
Meaning: Reservation, appointment -
Expression: 비용
Pronunciation: bi-yong
Meaning: Cost, expense -
Expression: 효과
Pronunciation: hyo-gwa
Meaning: Effect, result -
Expression: 회복 기간
Pronunciation: hoe-bok gi-gan
Meaning: Recovery period
Consultation Phrases
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Expression: 허벅지살 때문에 고민이에요.
Pronunciation: heo-beok-ji-sal ttae-mun-e go-min-i-e-yo.
Meaning: I’m worried about my thigh fat. -
Expression: 허벅지살 빼는 시술 상담받고 싶어요.
Pronunciation: heo-beok-ji-sal ppae-neun si-sul sang-dam-bat-go sip-eo-yo.
Meaning: I’d like to have a consultation about procedures to reduce thigh fat. -
Expression: 어떤 시술들이 있나요?
Pronunciation: eo-tteon si-sul-deul-i it-na-yo?
Meaning: What kinds of procedures are available? -
Expression: 지방 흡입 말고 다른 방법은 없나요?
Pronunciation: ji-bang heup-ip mal-go da-reun bang-beop-eun eop-na-yo?
Meaning: Are there other methods besides liposuction? -
Expression: 상담 예약을 하고 싶습니다.
Pronunciation: sang-dam ye-yak-eul ha-go sip-seum-ni-da.
Meaning: I would like to make a consultation appointment. -
Expression: 가장 효과적인 방법은 무엇인가요?
Pronunciation: ga-jang hyo-gwa-jeok-in bang-beop-eun mu-eot-in-ga-yo?
Meaning: What is the most effective method? -
Expression: 이 클리닉은 허벅지 시술 전문인가요?
Pronunciation: i keul-li-nik-eun heo-beok-ji si-sul jeon-mun-in-ga-yo?
Meaning: Does this clinic specialize in thigh procedures? -
Expression: 상담 비용은 얼마인가요?
Pronunciation: sang-dam bi-yong-eun eol-ma-in-ga-yo?
Meaning: How much is the consultation fee? -
Expression: 원장님과 직접 상담할 수 있나요?
Pronunciation: won-jang-nim-gwa jik-jeop sang-dam-hal su it-na-yo?
Meaning: Can I consult directly with the director/doctor? -
Expression: 제 상태에 맞는 시술을 추천해 주세요.
Pronunciation: je sang-tae-e mat-neun si-sul-eul chu-cheon-hae ju-se-yo.
Meaning: Please recommend a procedure suitable for my condition. -
Expression: 여기서 어떤 시술을 가장 많이 하나요?
Pronunciation: yeo-gi-seo eo-tteon si-sul-eul ga-jang man-i ha-na-yo?
Meaning: What procedure is performed most often here?
Procedure-Related Questions
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Expression: 시술 시간은 얼마나 걸리나요?
Pronunciation: si-sul si-gan-eun eol-ma-na geol-li-na-yo?
Meaning: How long does the procedure take? -
Expression: 회복 기간은 어느 정도인가요?
Pronunciation: hoe-bok gi-gan-eun eo-neu jeong-do-in-ga-yo?
Meaning: How long is the recovery period? -
Expression: 부작용은 없나요?
Pronunciation: bu-jak-yong-eun eop-na-yo?
Meaning: Are there any side effects? -
Expression: 시술 비용은 총 얼마인가요?
Pronunciation: si-sul bi-yong-eun chong eol-ma-in-ga-yo?
Meaning: How much is the total cost of the procedure? -
Expression: 마취는 어떻게 하나요?
Pronunciation: ma-chwi-neun eo-tteo-ke ha-na-yo?
Meaning: How is the anesthesia administered? -
Expression: 시술 후에 바로 일상생활이 가능한가요?
Pronunciation: si-sul hu-e ba-ro il-sang-saeng-hwal-i ga-neung-han-ga-yo?
Meaning: Can I return to daily life immediately after the procedure? -
Expression: 효과는 언제부터 나타나나요?
Pronunciation: hyo-gwa-neun eon-je-bu-teo na-ta-na-na-yo?
Meaning: When do the effects start to show? -
Expression: 시술 전후 사진을 볼 수 있을까요?
Pronunciation: si-sul jeon-hu sa-jin-eul bol su it-eul-kka-yo?
Meaning: Can I see before and after photos? -
Expression: 사후 관리는 어떻게 되나요?
Pronunciation: sa-hu gwan-ri-neun eo-tteo-ke doe-na-yo?
Meaning: What is the post-procedure care like? -
Expression: 결제는 어떻게 하나요? 카드 되나요?
Pronunciation: gyeol-je-neun eo-tteo-ke ha-na-yo? ka-deu doe-na-yo?
Meaning: How do I pay? Do you accept credit cards? -
Expression: 이 시술이 저에게 적합할까요?
Pronunciation: i si-sul-i jeo-e-ge jeok-hap-hal-kka-yo?
Meaning: Is this procedure suitable for me?
Korean Culture Notes
Appearance and body image are significant aspects of modern Korean culture, leading to a highly developed cosmetic surgery and treatment industry. Clinics specializing in specific body parts, like thighs (허벅지), are common.
Consultations (상담) are usually very thorough. Expect detailed explanations, possibly including simulations or analysis of your body type. It’s standard practice to ask many questions about the procedure, costs, and recovery.
While procedures like liposuction (지방 흡입) exist, there’s also a strong market for non-invasive treatments (비수술적 시술) like fat-dissolving injections or laser treatments, often marketed for quicker recovery.
Advertising for these clinics is widespread, often featuring dramatic before-and-after photos. However, it’s crucial to research clinics thoroughly, check reviews, and understand the potential risks and realistic outcomes beyond the marketing.
Pricing can vary significantly between clinics. It’s common to inquire about package deals or event pricing, but ensure you understand exactly what is included in the total cost (총 비용).
Real Conversation Example
Situation: A potential patient (A) calls a clinic specializing in thigh treatments to inquire about a consultation.
Roles: A: Potential Patient, B: Clinic Receptionist
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Expression: A: 여보세요, 거기 허벅지살 클리닉 맞나요?
Pronunciation: yeo-bo-se-yo, geo-gi heo-beok-ji-sal keul-li-nik mat-na-yo?
Meaning: A: Hello, is this the thigh fat clinic? -
Expression: B: 네, 맞습니다. 무엇을 도와드릴까요?
Pronunciation: ne, mat-seum-ni-da. mu-eos-eul do-wa-deu-ril-kka-yo?
Meaning: B: Yes, it is. How may I help you? -
Expression: A: 허벅지살 때문에 고민이라서 상담을 좀 받고 싶은데요.
Pronunciation: heo-beok-ji-sal ttae-mun-e go-min-i-ra-seo sang-dam-eul jom bat-go sip-eun-de-yo.
Meaning: A: I’m concerned about my thigh fat and would like to receive a consultation. -
Expression: B: 네, 상담 예약 가능하십니다. 혹시 원하시는 날짜나 시간대가 있으신가요?
Pronunciation: ne, sang-dam ye-yak ga-neung-ha-sim-ni-da. hok-si won-ha-si-neun nal-jja-na si-gan-ttae-ga i-sseu-sin-ga-yo?
Meaning: B: Yes, consultation appointments are available. Do you have a preferred date or time? -
Expression: A: 이번 주 금요일 오후는 어떨까요? 그리고 상담 비용은 어떻게 되나요?
Pronunciation: i-beon ju geum-yo-il o-hu-neun eo-tteol-kka-yo? geu-ri-go sang-dam bi-yong-eun eo-tteo-ke doe-na-yo?
Meaning: A: How about this Friday afternoon? Also, what is the consultation fee? -
Expression: B: 금요일 오후 3시 괜찮으신가요? 첫 상담은 무료로 진행됩니다.
Pronunciation: geum-yo-il o-hu se-si gwaen-chan-eu-sin-ga-yo? cheot sang-dam-eun mu-ryo-ro jin-haeng-doem-ni-da.
Meaning: B: Is Friday at 3 PM okay for you? The first consultation is free of charge. -
Expression: A: 네, 좋아요. 3시로 예약해 주세요.
Pronunciation: ne, jo-a-yo. se-si-ro ye-yak-hae ju-se-yo.
Meaning: A: Yes, that’s good. Please book me for 3 PM. -
Expression: B: 네, 예약되셨습니다. 성함과 연락처를 알려주시겠어요?
Pronunciation: ne, ye-yak-doe-syeot-seum-ni-da. seong-ham-gwa yeol-lak-cheo-reul al-lyeo-ju-si-ge-sseo-yo?
Meaning: B: Okay, you are booked. Could you please tell me your name and contact number?
Practice Tips
Familiarizing yourself with this vocabulary is key before visiting a clinic! Try practicing the pronunciation of 허벅지살 클리닉 (heo-beok-ji-sal keul-li-nik) and related terms like 상담 (sang-dam) and 시술 (si-sul)~
Role-play the conversation example with a friend or language partner. Imagine you are calling different clinics to ask about their thigh procedures and compare information. This will help you feel more confident when making real inquiries!
Look up websites or social media accounts of Korean aesthetic clinics (you can search for 허벅지 지방분해 주사 or 허벅지 지방흡입 후기). Try to understand the descriptions of their services using the vocabulary you’ve learned. Good luck!
