Korean Dictionary
How to say "Buchu Jeon" in Korean
“Buchu Jeon” in Korean is 부추전 (pronounced "buchu jeon").
부추전
buchu jeon
Usage & Context
Buchu jeon is a savory Korean chive pancake pan-fried to a crispy perfection. It is a simple and flavorful side dish or snack popular throughout Korea.
Example Sentence
부추전은 고소하고 바삭해서 술안주로도 좋다.
Buchu jeon is savory and crispy, making it a good drinking snack too.
How to use 부추전 naturally
Quick answer
The Korean word for “Buchu Jeon” is 부추전, romanized as buchu jeon.
Usage tip
Use this word with ordering phrases, taste descriptions, and polite requests when speaking in a restaurant.
Common mistake
Do not rely only on the English meaning. Read the Korean example sentence and notice the particles, word order, and politeness level around 부추전.
Pronunciation Guide
부추전 is pronounced 'BOO-choo JEON'. '부' sounds like 'boo' as in 'book'. '추' sounds like 'choo' as in 'choo-choo train'. '전' is like 'jun' in 'junior' but with a softer 'j' and a short 'o' sound.
More Example Sentences
Recommending a popular food and drink pairing.
막걸리랑 부추전은 환상의 궁합이에요.
Makgeolli and buchu jeon are a fantastic match.
Describing a simple home-cooked meal.
집에서 간단하게 부추전 만들어 먹었어요.
I easily made buchu jeon at home and ate it.
Recalling a nostalgic family tradition.
비 오는 날엔 엄마가 부추전을 자주 해주셨어요.
On rainy days, Mom often made buchu jeon for us.
Cultural Context
Buchu jeon, or Korean chive pancake, is a popular 'anju' (drinking snack) often enjoyed with makgeolli (Korean rice wine). It's also a classic comfort food, especially on rainy days, as the sizzling sound of the pancake frying is said to mimic the sound of rain. It's simple to make, versatile, and can be enjoyed as a side dish, snack, or light meal.
Editorial note
We test food and dining words like 부추전 inside ordering situations, because the natural Korean phrase often includes a polite request ending.
Reviewed by Min-jung Park, Korean Language Teacher. Updated May 31, 2026. See our editorial standards.
Common Phrases
부추전 부치다
to pan-fry buchu jeon
해물 부추전
seafood chive pancake
바삭한 부추전
crispy buchu jeon
Related Expressions
전
jeon
pancake (general term for Korean savory pancakes)
부추
buchu
chives (main ingredient)
파전
pajeon
green onion pancake (similar type of jeon)
막걸리
makgeolli
Korean rice wine (common pairing)
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