Korean Dictionary
How to say "Galbitang Soup" in Korean
“Galbitang Soup” in Korean is 꼬리곰탕 (pronounced "kkori gomtang").
꼬리곰탕
kkori gomtang
Usage & Context
Kkori gomtang is a rich Korean ox tail soup made by slow-boiling oxtails until the broth turns milky white. It is a prized dish for its deeply nourishing and collagen-rich broth.
Example Sentence
꼬리곰탕은 오랜 시간 끓여 진한 국물이 나온다.
Kkori gomtang produces a rich broth from hours of slow boiling.
How to use 꼬리곰탕 naturally
Quick answer
The Korean word for “Galbitang Soup” is 꼬리곰탕, romanized as kkori gomtang.
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 꼬리곰탕.
Pronunciation Guide
The first part, "Kko-ri," sounds like "koh-ree" (like 'koh' in 'Koh-lanta', 'ree' like 'reap'). The 'kk' is a tense, aspirated 'k' sound. The second part, "Gom-tang," sounds like "gom-tang" (like 'gum' but with an 'o' sound, 'tang' like 'tongue' without the 'ue'). The 'g' in 'gom' is soft.
More Example Sentences
Recommending for health.
몸이 허할 때 꼬리곰탕 한 그릇 먹으면 기운이 솟아나요.
When I feel weak, a bowl of kkori gomtang makes me feel energized.
Preparing a special meal.
할머니 생신 상에 꼬리곰탕을 올렸더니 정말 좋아하셨어요.
I served kkori gomtang for Grandma's birthday, and she really loved it.
Praising a restaurant.
이 식당 꼬리곰탕은 국물이 진하고 고기가 부드러워서 자주 와요.
This restaurant's kkori gomtang has a rich broth and tender meat, so I come often.
Cultural Context
Kkori gomtang is considered a premium, nourishing dish in Korea, often served to those needing strength, such as new mothers, the elderly, or people recovering from illness. It's a labor-intensive dish, requiring hours of slow simmering to extract the rich flavor and collagen from the oxtails, making it a symbol of care and devotion when prepared for loved ones. It's less common as an everyday meal due to its cost and preparation time.
Editorial note
We test food and dining words like 꼬리곰탕 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
꼬리곰탕 한 그릇 주세요.
Please give me a bowl of kkori gomtang.
국물이 정말 진하네요.
The broth is really rich.
몸보신에 최고예요.
It's the best for boosting your health.
Related Expressions
설렁탕
seolleongtang
milky ox bone soup
갈비탕
galbitang
short rib soup
곰탕
gomtang
beef bone soup
도가니탕
doganitang
ox knee soup
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