Korean Dictionary
How to say "Kkakdugi" in Korean
“Kkakdugi” in Korean is 깍두기 (pronounced "kkakdugi").
깍두기
kkakdugi
Usage & Context
Kkakdugi is a popular type of kimchi made with cubed daikon radish seasoned with gochugaru, garlic, and ginger. It is particularly popular as a side dish with seolleongtang (ox bone soup).
Example Sentence
설렁탕에 깍두기를 곁들이면 더 맛있다.
Seolleongtang tastes even better with kkakdugi on the side.
How to use 깍두기 naturally
Quick answer
The Korean word for “Kkakdugi” is 깍두기, romanized as kkakdugi.
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 깍두기.
Pronunciation Guide
Pronounce '깍두기' as 'Kkak-du-gi'. 'Kkak' sounds like 'cock' but with a very strong, aspirated 'k' sound at the beginning, almost like a slight pause before the 'k'. 'Du' is like 'doo' in 'do'. 'Gi' is like 'gee' in 'geese'.
More Example Sentences
Recommending a restaurant based on its side dishes.
이 설렁탕집은 깍두기가 정말 맛있어요.
This seolleongtang restaurant's kkakdugi is really delicious.
Asking for a refill of a side dish at a restaurant.
깍두기 좀 더 주세요.
Please give me some more kkakdugi.
Praising homemade food, especially a mother's cooking.
엄마가 담근 깍두기가 최고야!
Mom's homemade kkakdugi is the best!
Cultural Context
깍두기 (kkakdugi) is a beloved type of kimchi made from cubed daikon radish, known for its refreshing crunch and spicy-sour flavor. It's especially famous as a perfect accompaniment to milky-white soups like seolleongtang (ox bone soup) or gomtang (beef bone soup), where its strong flavor cuts through the richness of the broth. Unlike napa cabbage kimchi, kkakdugi is often eaten relatively fresh, though it also ferments well.
Editorial note
We test food and dining words like 깍두기 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
깍두기 담그다
to make kkakdugi
깍두기 맛집
restaurant famous for kkakdugi
깍두기 국물
kkakdugi juice/broth
Related Expressions
배추김치
baechukimchi
napa cabbage kimchi
총각김치
chonggakgimchi
ponytail radish kimchi
동치미
dongchimi
radish water kimchi
김치
kimchi
kimchi (general term)
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