Korean word

복숭아

Pronunciation

Romanizationpokssunga

Meaning

  • nounpeach

Example

복숭아를 먹고 싶어요.pok ssung a reul meok kko si peo yo

I want to eat a peach.

Illustration for 복숭아 (peach)

More examples

복숭아 맛이 정말 좋아요.pok ssung a ma si cheong mal cho a yo

The peach flavor is really good.

Core concept

A sweet, soft summer fruit with fuzzy skin and juicy flesh.

Common phrases

  • 복숭아 맛pok ssung a mat

    peach flavor

  • 복숭아 주스pok ssung a chu seu

    peach juice

Similar words

천도복숭아cheondobokssunga: A round, sweet fruit whose skin has no fuzz and whose flesh stays moist.
살구salgu: A small fruit with a round shape and a mix of sweetness and sourness.
자두chadu: A round, often red or purple fruit that has one seed and a tangy taste.

Definition in Korean

복숭아는 보통 여름에 먹는, 껍질이 솜털로 덮인 달고 부드러운 과일이다.pok ssung a neun po tong yeo reu me meong neun kkeop jji ri som teol lo teo pin tal go pu deu reo un kwa i ri da

Word origin

No reliable word parts are known here, so a picture of a peach can help connect the complete sound of this word with its meaning.

Usage tips

  • When a peach is firm, it may need more time at home before it becomes soft and ready to eat.

Related words

  • 복숭아나무pokssunganamupeach treenoun
  • 복숭아꽃pokssungakkotpeach blossomnoun

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