Korean Dictionary
How to say "Jaengban Guksu" in Korean
“Jaengban Guksu” in Korean is 쟁반국수 (pronounced "jaengban guksu").
쟁반국수
jaengban guksu
Usage & Context
Jaengban guksu is a large plate of Korean spicy cold noodles mixed with vegetables and topped with sesame seeds. It is a popular dish for sharing at Korean restaurants.
Example Sentence
쟁반국수는 여럿이 함께 나눠 먹는 음식이다.
Jaengban guksu is a dish meant to be shared among several people.
How to use 쟁반국수 naturally
Quick answer
The Korean word for “Jaengban Guksu” is 쟁반국수, romanized as jaengban guksu.
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 쟁반국수.
Pronunciation Guide
For 쟁반 (jaengban), 'Jaeng' sounds like 'jang' in 'jangly' but with a 'j' sound, and 'ban' rhymes with 'bun'. For 국수 (guksu), 'Guk' sounds like 'gook' in 'cookbook', and 'su' sounds like 'soo' in 'soon'. The stress is relatively even, with a slight emphasis on the first syllable of each word.
More Example Sentences
Suggesting a takeout meal to a family member or friend.
우리 오늘 저녁으로 쟁반국수 시켜 먹을까?
Shall we order jaengban guksu for dinner tonight?
Recommending a dish suitable for specific weather.
매콤한 쟁반국수는 더운 여름에 딱이죠!
Spicy jaengban guksu is perfect for a hot summer day!
Praising a restaurant's dish to a dining companion.
이 집 쟁반국수는 양도 많고 맛도 최고예요.
This place's jaengban guksu has a generous portion and tastes the best.
Cultural Context
Jaengban Guksu literally means "tray noodles," referring to the large platter it's served on, designed for sharing. It's a popular dish, especially in Korean-Chinese restaurants or specialized noodle shops, known for its refreshing spicy-sweet-tangy sauce and abundant fresh vegetables. It's a quintessential "sharing dish" in Korean dining culture, often ordered as a side with *jajangmyeon* or *jjambbong* or as a main dish for a group. It's a common sight in K-dramas where friends or families gather to eat.
Editorial note
We test food and dining words like 쟁반국수 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
쟁반국수 하나 주세요
Please give me one jaengban guksu (when ordering).
쟁반국수 먹으러 갈래?
Want to go eat jaengban guksu?
매콤한 쟁반국수
spicy jaengban guksu
Related Expressions
비빔국수
bibim guksu
spicy mixed noodles (similar concept, but usually individual portion)
막국수
makguksu
buckwheat noodles (another type of cold noodle dish)
냉면
naengmyeon
cold noodles (classic Korean cold noodle dish)
국수
guksu
noodles (general term for noodles)
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