치매가 · 치매를
dementia
Example
할머니가 치매에 걸리셔서 가족들이 걱정해요.
My grandmother has dementia, so the family is worried.
Word parts
치 foolish+매 dull
Literally 'foolish and dull', which is why some people push for a gentler name.
Good to know
치매 is a disease (치매에 걸리다); everyday forgetfulness is 건망증.
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