Korean Dictionary
How to say "Spicy seafood stew" in Korean
“Spicy seafood stew” in Korean is 해물탕 (pronounced "Haemultang").
해물탕
Haemultang
Usage & Context
A fiery Korean stew packed with fresh seafood like crabs, clams, mussels, and shrimp in a spicy broth. Best enjoyed along the coast or at seafood restaurants. The communal pot placed in the center of the table embodies Korean dining culture.
Example Sentence
해물탕은 신선한 해산물이 가득 들어있어요.
Haemultang is packed with fresh seafood.
How to use 해물탕 naturally
Quick answer
The Korean word for “Spicy seafood stew” is 해물탕, romanized as Haemultang.
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Common mistake
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Pronunciation Guide
해 (hae) sounds like 'hey' without the 'y' sound. 물 (mul) sounds like 'mool' as in 'pool'. 탕 (tang) sounds like 'tang' as in 'tango'. The stress is fairly even across the syllables.
More Example Sentences
Suggesting a meal to friends or family.
오늘 저녁은 시원한 해물탕 어때요?
How about refreshing haemultang for dinner tonight?
Praising a dish at a seafood restaurant.
이 해물탕은 국물이 정말 끝내줘요!
The broth of this haemultang is absolutely amazing!
Suggesting a spicy meal to de-stress with friends.
매운 해물탕 먹고 스트레스 풀자!
Let's eat spicy haemultang and relieve stress!
Cultural Context
Haemultang is more than just a dish; it's often a celebratory or communal meal, especially popular when dining out with family or friends. The large pot placed in the center of the table, from which everyone shares, is a quintessential Korean dining experience. It's particularly sought after in coastal cities like Busan or Sokcho, where fresh seafood is abundant. Many Koreans enjoy it with soju, believing the spicy broth pairs well with the alcohol.
Editorial note
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Common Phrases
해물탕 시킬까요?
Shall we order haemultang?
해물탕에 소주 한 잔!
A glass of soju with haemultang!
국물이 끝내줘요!
The broth is amazing!
Related Expressions
해물찜
Haemuljjim
Spicy braised seafood
매운탕
Maeuntang
Spicy fish stew
국물
Gukmul
Broth/soup liquid
해산물
Haesanmul
Seafood
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