게 crab

게

 Crab, known as 게 (ge) in Korean, is a highly valued seafood in Korea, often used in dishes like stews, stir-fries, or enjoyed marinated. Whether you're dining at a seafood restaurant or cooking at home, learning how to talk about 게 in Korean will enhance your ability to enjoy and discuss this popular seafood.

Introduction to 게

The word 게 (pronounced "ge") refers to crab in Korean. Crab is used in many traditional dishes such as 꽃게탕 (kkot-ge-tang, crab stew), 간장게장 (gan-jang ge-jang, soy sauce marinated crab), and 양념게장 (spicy marinated crab). Whether you prefer it marinated or in stews, crab is a delicious and popular ingredient in Korean cuisine.

Here are some useful expressions using 게 in Korean:

More Expressions (in Korean with English translation)

1. 게 한 마리 주세요
   (ge han ma-ri ju-se-yo)
   Please give me one crab.

2. 간장게장이 맛있어요
   (gan-jang ge-jang-i ma-shi-sseo-yo)
   Soy sauce marinated crab is delicious.

3. 게를 먹기 전에 손을 씻으세요
   (ge-reul meok-gi jeon-e son-eul ssis-eu-se-yo)
   Wash your hands before eating the crab.

4. 게를 쪄서 먹어요
   (ge-reul jjeo-seo meo-geo-yo)
   I steam and eat the crab.

5. 게탕을 좋아해요
   (ge-tang-eul jo-a-hae-yo)
   I like crab stew.

6. 이 게는 아주 신선해요
   (i ge-neun a-ju shin-seon-hae-yo)
   This crab is very fresh.

By learning these phrases, you'll be able to talk about 게 in various situations, whether you're enjoying a meal at a restaurant or preparing crab dishes at home. Crab is a beloved part of Korean cuisine, and now you can confidently discuss it in Korean!