Korean Dictionary
How to say "Heat Level" in Korean
“Heat Level” in Korean is 불의 세기 (pronounced "bul-ui segi").
불의 세기
bul-ui segi
Usage & Context
Intensity of cooking heat. Essential for controlling cooking process. Varies from low to high.
Example Sentence
불의 세기를 조절해요.
I adjust the heat level.
How to use 불의 세기 naturally
Quick answer
The Korean word for “Heat Level” is 불의 세기, romanized as bul-ui segi.
Usage tip
Learn this word together with a complete Korean sentence. Meaning often depends on particles, politeness level, and word order.
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 불의 세기.
Pronunciation Guide
For 불의 (bul-ui), '불' is like 'bool' in "pool" but with a 'b,' and '의' is often pronounced 'ee' like in "see" or 'e' like in "bed" when used as a possessive particle. For 세기 (se-gi), '세' is like 'seh' in "set," and '기' is like 'gee' in "geese."
More Example Sentences
A cooking instruction emphasizing caution.
이 요리는 불의 세기가 중요해요. 너무 세면 타버려요.
The heat level is important for this dish. If it's too high, it'll burn.
Asking for cooking advice from an expert.
셰프님, 불의 세기를 어떻게 조절해야 하나요?
Chef, how should I adjust the heat level?
Observing a kitchen appliance issue.
가스레인지 불의 세기가 약해진 것 같아요.
I think the gas stove's heat level has gotten weaker.
Cultural Context
In Korean cooking, controlling '불의 세기' is fundamental, especially for dishes like stews (찌개), stir-fries (볶음), and grilled meats (구이). Unlike Western cooking which often specifies exact temperatures, Korean recipes frequently use descriptive terms like '약불' (low heat), '중불' (medium heat), and '강불' (high heat), requiring cooks to develop an intuitive sense of these levels. Mastering '불 조절' (heat control) is a mark of a good cook.
Editorial note
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Reviewed by Min-jung Park, Korean Language Teacher. Updated May 31, 2026. See our editorial standards.
Common Phrases
불의 세기를 조절하다
To adjust the heat level
불의 세기를 높이다
To increase the heat level
불의 세기를 줄이다
To decrease the heat level
Related Expressions
화력
hwaryeok
Firepower, heating power (more general/technical)
온도
ondo
Temperature
세기
segi
Intensity, strength (general term)
불 조절
bul jojeol
Heat control (the act of adjusting)
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