Korean Dictionary
How to say "Lobster" in Korean
“Lobster” in Korean is 랍스터 (pronounced "rabseuteo").
랍스터
rabseuteo
Usage & Context
A large crustacean considered a luxury seafood in Korea. Lobsters are expensive delicacies served at special occasions and upscale restaurants. They are symbols of fine dining.
Example Sentence
랍스터는 비싸요.
The lobster is expensive.
How to use 랍스터 naturally
Quick answer
The Korean word for “Lobster” is 랍스터, romanized as rabseuteo.
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Pronunciation Guide
"랍스터" is a direct transliteration of "lobster". "랍" sounds like "rab" in "rabbi". "스" is like "seu" (similar to "suh" but with a tighter 's' and a very short 'u' sound). "터" is like "tuh" (similar to "tuh" in "tough").
More Example Sentences
Celebrating an anniversary or birthday at a fancy restaurant.
특별한 날이라 랍스터를 시켰어요.
It's a special day, so we ordered lobster.
Discussing luxury food items with friends.
랍스터는 너무 비싸서 자주 못 먹어요.
Lobster is too expensive, so I can't eat it often.
Recalling a memorable, high-end meal.
랍스터 버터구이가 정말 맛있었어요.
The butter-grilled lobster was really delicious.
Cultural Context
Lobster is considered a luxury food in Korea, often reserved for special occasions or high-end dining. It's not a traditional Korean ingredient but has become popular in Western-style restaurants and buffets, especially those offering 'all-you-can-eat' options. You might see it featured in K-dramas when characters are celebrating or dining lavishly, symbolizing wealth or a treat.
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Common Phrases
랍스터 먹으러 가자!
Let's go eat lobster!
랍스터는 역시 버터구이지.
Lobster is best butter-grilled, after all.
랍스터 뷔페
lobster buffet
Related Expressions
고급 요리
gogeup yori
high-class dish / gourmet food
해산물
haesanmul
seafood
갑각류
gapgangnyu
crustacean
비싸다
bissada
to be expensive (related concept)
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