Korean Dictionary
How to say "Dry Food" in Korean
“Dry Food” in Korean is 건식 사료 (pronounced "geonsik saryo").
건식 사료
geonsik saryo
Usage & Context
Kibble or pellets with low moisture content used as the primary diet for many cats and dogs. Dry food is convenient, affordable, and can help maintain dental health through chewing action.
Example Sentence
건식 사료는 보관이 편리해요.
Dry food is convenient to store.
How to use 건식 사료 naturally
Quick answer
The Korean word for “Dry Food” is 건식 사료, romanized as geonsik saryo.
Usage tip
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Common mistake
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Pronunciation Guide
This phrase is pronounced 'geon-sik sa-ryo'. 'Geon' sounds like 'gun' but with a slightly softer 'g' and ending with 'n'. 'Sik' sounds like 'sick'. 'Sa-ryo' is pronounced 'sah-ryo', similar to 'sario'.
More Example Sentences
A pet owner discussing the practical benefits of dry food.
건식 사료는 보관이 편리하고 가격도 저렴해요.
Dry food is convenient to store and also affordable.
A dog owner stating their dog's preference.
우리 강아지는 건식 사료만 먹어요.
Our dog only eats dry food.
A vet giving advice on feeding dry food.
건식 사료를 줄 때는 항상 신선한 물을 함께 제공해주세요.
When giving dry food, always provide fresh water alongside it.
Cultural Context
Dry food ('건식 사료') remains the most common and accessible type of pet food in Korea due to its convenience and cost-effectiveness. Many Korean pet owners use dry food as the primary diet, often supplementing it with '습식 사료' (wet food) or '간식' (treats). There's a growing trend towards premium dry foods with specific functional benefits, such as those for sensitive stomachs or dental health.
Editorial note
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Reviewed by Min-jung Park, Korean Language Teacher. Updated May 31, 2026. See our editorial standards.
Common Phrases
건식 사료를 먹이다.
To feed dry food.
건식 사료 추천해주세요.
Please recommend dry food.
건식 사료만 먹어요.
It only eats dry food.
Related Expressions
습식 사료
seubsik saryo
wet food
사료
saryo
pet food
간식
gansik
snack, treat
급여
geubyeo
feeding (of pets)
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