Korean word

깍두기

Pronunciation

Romanizationkkakttugi

Meaning

  • nouncubed radish kimchi

Example

여기 깍두기는 정말 맛있어요.yeo gi kkak ttu gi neun cheong mal ma si sseo yo

The cubed radish kimchi here is really delicious.

Illustration for 깍두기 (cubed radish kimchi)

More examples

식당에서 깍두기가 반찬으로 나오더라고요.sik ttang e seo kkak ttu gi ga pan cha neu ro na o deo ra go yo

I noticed that the restaurant served cubed radish kimchi as a side dish.

Core concept

Small, crisp cubes of radish become a seasoned, fermented side dish.

Common phrases

  • 깍두기 맛있다kkak ttu gi ma sit tta

    delicious cubed radish kimchi

  • 깍두기 먹다kkak ttu gi meok tta

    eat cubed radish kimchi

Similar words

김치kimchi: A traditional Korean side dish of salted and seasoned vegetables preserved through fermentation.
배추김치paechugimchi: A classic Korean side dish made from fermented napa cabbage with a spicy, tangy taste.
무김치mugimchi: A category of fermented radish side dishes made with different cuts and seasonings.
동치미tongchimi: A mild, refreshing radish side dish fermented in salty water and served with its broth.

Definition in Korean

무를 깍둑썰기하여 고춧가루와 소금으로 간을 한 뒤 숙성시킨 대표적인 무김치.mu reul kkak ttuk sseol gi ha yeo ko chut kka ru wa so geu meu ro ka neul han twi suk sseong si kin tae pyo jeo gin mu gim chi

Word origin

The name reflects the dish's defining preparation, in which radish is cut into small cubes before seasoning and fermentation.

Usage tips

  • It commonly appears beside soup or rice, and its heat and sourness can vary between homes and restaurants.

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