Korean Dictionary
How to say “Side dishes” in Korean
반찬
Banchan
IntermediateFood
Usage & Context
The variety of small side dishes served alongside rice at Korean meals. Banchan can include kimchi, seasoned vegetables, tofu, fish, and more. Restaurants typically offer free banchan refills. Having many banchan dishes is a sign of hospitality in Korean culture.
Example Sentence
한국 식당에 가면 반찬이 많이 나와요.
When you go to a Korean restaurant, many side dishes come out.
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