Korean Dictionary
How to say "Dakbokkeum" in Korean
“Dakbokkeum” in Korean is 닭볶음 (pronounced "dakbokkeum").
닭볶음
dakbokkeum
Usage & Context
Dakbokkeum is a Korean braised spicy chicken dish cooked in a sweet and spicy sauce. It is a versatile home-cooked dish often made with various vegetables and served with rice.
Example Sentence
닭볶음은 매콤달콤해서 온 가족이 좋아한다.
The whole family loves dakbokkeum because it is sweet and spicy.
How to use 닭볶음 naturally
Quick answer
The Korean word for “Dakbokkeum” is 닭볶음, romanized as dakbokkeum.
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 닭볶음.
Pronunciation Guide
닭 (dak) sounds like 'duck' but with a slightly softer 'k' at the end, almost swallowed. 볶 (bok) sounds like 'bock' in 'bock beer'. 음 (eum) sounds like 'oom' in 'boom' but shorter, or the 'um' in 'album'. The 'k' sound from 닭 carries over to the 볶, making it flow smoothly.
More Example Sentences
Expressing nostalgia or preference for home cooking.
엄마가 해준 닭볶음이 제일 맛있어.
The dakbokkeum my mom makes is the most delicious.
Recommending a dish for a meal.
닭볶음탕은 밥반찬으로 최고예요.
Dakbokkeum-tang is the best side dish for rice.
Suggesting a meal and drink pairing with friends.
오늘 저녁은 닭볶음탕에 소주 한 잔 어때?
How about dakbokkeum-tang with a glass of soju tonight?
Cultural Context
While often called 닭볶음탕 (dakbokkeum-tang) which literally means "stir-fried chicken stew," 닭볶음 (dakbokkeum) itself refers to the stir-fried or braised chicken dish. It's a beloved comfort food in Korea, known for its spicy and savory flavors. Many households have their own secret recipes, and it's a popular menu item at casual restaurants, especially for sharing among friends or family, often paired with rice or alcoholic beverages like soju.
Editorial note
We test food and dining words like 닭볶음 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
닭볶음탕 하나 주세요.
Please give me one dakbokkeum-tang.
닭볶음탕이 너무 매워요.
The dakbokkeum-tang is too spicy.
닭볶음탕에 밥 비벼 먹으면 꿀맛!
Mixing rice into dakbokkeum-tang sauce is heavenly!
Related Expressions
닭갈비
dakgalbi
Spicy stir-fried chicken (often cooked at the table)
찜닭
jjimdak
Braised chicken (soy sauce based, often with glass noodles)
치킨
chikin
Fried chicken (Korean style)
매운 음식
maeun eumsik
Spicy food
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