된장 (Dwen-jang) - "Soybean Paste"
The Korean word for "soybean paste" is 된장 (dwen-jang). It is a fermented paste made from soybeans and is used in many traditional Korean dishes like 된장찌개 (dwen-jang-jji-gae) (soybean paste stew) and as a seasoning in soups and side dishes.
- 된장 (dwen-jang) – soybean paste
Pronunciation:
- 된장 is pronounced as "dwen-jang," with a soft 'd' sound at the beginning.
More Expressions in Korean:
된장찌개를 먹고 싶어요.
(Dwen-jang-jji-gae-reul meok-go sip-eo-yo)- I want to eat soybean paste stew.
된장으로 요리해요.
(Dwen-jang-eu-ro yo-ri-hae-yo)- I cook with soybean paste.
된장의 맛이 깊어요.
(Dwen-jang-eui mas-i gip-eo-yo)- The flavor of the soybean paste is rich.
된장을 어디서 살 수 있어요?
(Dwen-jang-eul eo-di-seo sal su i-sseo-yo?)- Where can I buy soybean paste?
이 된장은 집에서 만들었어요.
(I dwen-jang-eun jib-e-seo man-deul-eoss-eo-yo)- This soybean paste was made at home.
These phrases will help you talk about 된장, whether you're cooking with it or discussing its rich flavor in Korean cuisine!