Korean Dictionary
How to say "Honey Butter Chips" in Korean
“Honey Butter Chips” in Korean is 허니버터칩 (pronounced "heoni beoteo chip").
허니버터칩
heoni beoteo chip
Usage & Context
A popular Korean snack with a unique sweet and savory flavor combination. The chips became a viral sensation and are highly sought after. They're known for their addictive taste and are often difficult to find in stores.
Example Sentence
허니버터칩은 중독성 있어요.
Honey butter chips are addictive.
How to use 허니버터칩 naturally
Quick answer
The Korean word for “Honey Butter Chips” is 허니버터칩, romanized as heoni beoteo chip.
Usage tip
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Common mistake
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Pronunciation Guide
Pronounce '허' (heo) like 'huh' in 'uh-huh'. '니' (ni) sounds like 'nee' in 'knee'. '버' (beo) is like 'buh' in 'butter'. '터' (teo) is like 'tuh' in 'tough'. '칩' (chip) sounds like the English word 'chip'. Combine as 'Heo-ni beo-teo chip' with even stress.
More Example Sentences
Expressing excitement after a difficult search for the snack.
허니버터칩 드디어 찾았다! 편의점 세 군데 돌았어.
I finally found Honey Butter Chips! I went to three convenience stores.
Suggesting an ideal snack for a specific activity.
영화 보면서 허니버터칩 먹으면 딱이지.
It's perfect to eat Honey Butter Chips while watching a movie.
Describing the addictive quality of the snack.
이거 한 번 먹으면 멈출 수가 없어. 허니버터칩 중독이야.
Once you start eating this, you can't stop. It's a Honey Butter Chip addiction.
Cultural Context
Honey Butter Chips caused a massive 'snack-pocalypse' in Korea around 2014-2015, leading to widespread shortages and a black market for the coveted chips. This '허니버터칩 대란' (Honey Butter Chip frenzy) made them a cultural phenomenon. While easier to find now, they still hold a special place as a trendy, delicious snack known for its unique sweet and savory '단짠' (danjjan) flavor profile.
Editorial note
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Reviewed by Min-jung Park, Korean Language Teacher. Updated May 31, 2026. See our editorial standards.
Common Phrases
허니버터칩 어디서 팔아요?
Where do they sell Honey Butter Chips?
허니버터칩 대란.
Honey Butter Chip frenzy.
단짠의 정석.
The epitome of sweet and salty.
Related Expressions
감자칩
gamjachip
Potato chips
과자
gwaja
Snack / Cookie
단짠
danjjan
Sweet and salty (describes the flavor profile)
품절
pumjeol
Sold out (often associated with its past popularity)
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