Korean Dictionary
How to say "Black bean noodles" in Korean
“Black bean noodles” in Korean is 자장면 (pronounced "Jajangmyeon").
자장면
Jajangmyeon
Usage & Context
Korean noodles topped with thick black bean sauce (chunjang) cooked with pork and vegetables. A Korean-Chinese fusion dish, different from Chinese versions. April 14th is 'Black Day' in Korea when singles eat jajangmyeon to commiserate. A beloved comfort food.
Example Sentence
이사하는 날에는 자장면을 먹는 문화가 있어요.
There's a culture of eating jajangmyeon on moving day.
How to use 자장면 naturally
Quick answer
The Korean word for “Black bean noodles” is 자장면, romanized as Jajangmyeon.
Usage tip
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Common mistake
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Pronunciation Guide
The word "Jajangmyeon" sounds like "jah-jahng-myun." "Ja" is like "jaw" without the 'w'. "Jang" is like "jahng" in "jangly." "Myeon" is like "myun" in "myriad" but with a softer 'y' sound, almost like "me-on." The stress is fairly even.
More Example Sentences
Suggesting a lunch option to a friend or colleague.
오늘 점심은 자장면 어때요?
How about jajangmyeon for lunch today?
Ordering at a Korean-Chinese restaurant, asking for extra noodles.
자장면 곱빼기로 주세요.
Please give me a large portion of jajangmyeon.
Talking about children's food preferences.
아이들이 자장면을 정말 좋아해요.
Kids really love jajangmyeon.
Cultural Context
Jajangmyeon is a quintessential Korean comfort food, especially popular for delivery. It's often associated with moving days, graduation ceremonies, or simply a quick, satisfying meal. The 'Black Day' tradition on April 14th, where singles gather to eat jajangmyeon, highlights its cultural significance beyond just a dish. It's a Korean-Chinese fusion, distinct from its Chinese counterparts, with a sweeter, thicker black bean sauce.
Editorial note
We review entries like 자장면 for pronunciation, example sentence fit, and learner mistakes so the page answers more than a direct dictionary lookup.
Reviewed by Min-jung Park, Korean Language Teacher. Updated May 31, 2026. See our editorial standards.
Common Phrases
자장면 시킬까요?
Shall we order jajangmyeon?
자장면 배달해주세요.
Please deliver jajangmyeon.
자장면 먹고 싶다.
I want to eat jajangmyeon.
Related Expressions
짬뽕
Jjamppong
Spicy seafood noodle soup (often debated against jajangmyeon).
탕수육
Tangsuyuk
Sweet and sour pork (common side dish with jajangmyeon).
짜장밥
Jjajangbap
Rice topped with jajang sauce.
중국집
Junggukjip
Korean-Chinese restaurant.
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