Korean word

오이

Pronunciation

Romanizationoi

Meaning

  • nouncucumber

Example

저는 오이를 좋아해요.cheo neun o i reul cho a hae yo

I like cucumbers.

Illustration for 오이 (cucumber)

More examples

오늘 저녁에 오이 샐러드를 만들었어요.o neul cheo nyeo ge o i sael leo deu reul man deu reo sseo yo

I made cucumber salad tonight.

Core concept

A long, refreshing vegetable that can be eaten both outside and inside.

Common phrases

  • 오이 샐러드o i sael leo deu

    cucumber salad

  • 오이 한 개o i han kae

    one cucumber

  • 오이 피클o i pi keul

    cucumber pickles

Similar words

토마토tomato: A round, juicy red fruit commonly used as a vegetable in meals.
상추sangchu: Soft green leaves eaten raw in salads or wrapped around other foods.
무mu: A firm white root vegetable used in soups, side dishes, and pickles.
당근tanggeun: A firm orange root vegetable used in salads, soups, and other meals.

Definition in Korean

길쭉한 모양의 채소로 껍질과 속을 모두 먹을 수 있고 상큼하고 시원한 맛이 나는 식재료kil jju kan mo yang ui chae so ro kkeop jjil gwa so geul mo du meo geul ssu it kko sang keum ha go si won han ma si na neun sik jjae ryo

Word origin

Its origin and internal formation are uncertain, so it is best remembered as one compact word rather than split into smaller parts.

Usage tips

  • Because it names a familiar fresh food, it works well in short everyday sentences about meals, shopping, and personal preferences.

Related words

  • 오이밭oibatcucumber fieldnoun
  • 오이장아찌oijangajjicucumber picklesnoun

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