English–Korean

“oyster” in Korean

Korean

Pronunciation

Romanizationkul

Example

저는 굴을 좋아해요.cheo neun ku reul cho a hae yo

I like oysters.

Illustration for 굴 (oyster)

How to say “oyster” in Korean

“Oyster” in Korean is 굴 (kul).

A plump sea shellfish that is eaten fresh or cooked in many dishes.

Full entry for 굴: usage tips, similar words and word origin

Example sentences with 굴

어제는 친구와 굴구이를 먹었어요.eo je neun chin gu wa kul gu i reul meo geo sseo yo

Yesterday, I ate grilled oysters with a friend.

Tips for using 굴

  • One spoken word has two meanings, so nearby words help show whether the topic is a meal or an underground place.

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