Korean Dictionary
How to say "Haemul Doenjang Jjigae" in Korean
“Haemul Doenjang Jjigae” in Korean is 해물 된장찌개 (pronounced "haemul doenjang jjigae").
해물 된장찌개
haemul doenjang jjigae
Usage & Context
Haemul doenjang jjigae is a variation of the classic Korean soybean paste stew that uses seafood instead of meat. The combination of fermented doenjang and fresh seafood creates a deeply flavorful dish.
Example Sentence
해물 된장찌개는 바다 향이 가득한 구수한 찌개다.
Haemul doenjang jjigae is a savory stew full of ocean flavor.
How to use 해물 된장찌개 naturally
Quick answer
The Korean word for “Haemul Doenjang Jjigae” is 해물 된장찌개, romanized as haemul doenjang jjigae.
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 해물 된장찌개.
Pronunciation Guide
Say "Hae-mul Doen-jang Jji-gae." "Hae" sounds like "hey." "Mul" is like "mool" (as in "pool"). "Doen" is like "done" but with a 'w' sound before the 'n'. "Jang" is like "jang" in "jangly." "Jji" is a sharp "jee" sound. "Gae" is like "gay."
More Example Sentences
Discussing comfort food for specific weather.
비 오는 날에는 뜨끈한 해물 된장찌개가 최고죠.
On a rainy day, a hot haemul doenjang jjigae is the best.
Recommending a restaurant dish.
이 식당 해물 된장찌개는 해산물이 신선해서 정말 맛있어요.
This restaurant's haemul doenjang jjigae is really delicious because the seafood is fresh.
Describing a delicious way to eat the stew.
해물 된장찌개에 밥 비벼 먹으면 꿀맛이에요.
Mixing rice into haemul doenjang jjigae and eating it is heavenly.
Cultural Context
Haemul doenjang jjigae is a beloved Korean stew, combining the earthy depth of fermented soybean paste (doenjang) with the refreshing flavors of various seafood (haemul). It's often served bubbling hot in a stone pot (뚝배기) and is a staple at Korean dining tables, especially popular as a comforting meal with rice, often shared among family and friends.
Editorial note
We test food and dining words like 해물 된장찌개 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
해물 된장찌개 하나 주세요.
Please give me one haemul doenjang jjigae.
얼큰하고 시원해요.
It's spicy and refreshing.
밥이랑 같이 먹으면 맛있어요.
It's delicious when eaten with rice.
Related Expressions
된장찌개
doenjang jjigae
soybean paste stew (plain)
김치찌개
kimchi jjigae
kimchi stew
순두부찌개
sundubu jjigae
soft tofu stew
해물탕
haemultang
spicy seafood stew
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