Korean Dictionary
How to say "Buckwheat Noodles" in Korean
“Buckwheat Noodles” in Korean is 메밀국수 (pronounced "memil guksu").
메밀국수
memil guksu
Usage & Context
Memil guksu are Korean buckwheat noodles, served cold or in broth. They are known for their earthy, nutty flavor and are especially popular in the Gangwon Province region.
Example Sentence
메밀국수는 구수하고 시원한 맛이 특징이다.
Buckwheat noodles are characterized by their earthy and refreshing taste.
How to use 메밀국수 naturally
Quick answer
The Korean word for “Buckwheat Noodles” is 메밀국수, romanized as memil 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 메밀국수.
Pronunciation Guide
The first part, "메밀" (memil), sounds like "meh-mill," with "메" like "meh" in "mess" and "밀" like the English word "mill." The second part, "국수" (guksu), sounds like "gook-soo," with "국" like "gook" in "good book" and "수" like "soo" in "soon." The stress is fairly even across the syllables.
More Example Sentences
Suggesting a lunch menu to a friend on a hot day.
점심으로 시원한 메밀국수 한 그릇 어때요?
How about a refreshing bowl of buckwheat noodles for lunch?
Discussing regional specialties with a travel companion.
봉평 메밀국수가 특히 유명하다고 들었어요.
I heard that Bongpyeong buckwheat noodles are especially famous.
Giving a tip on how to enjoy the dish to someone trying it for the first time.
메밀국수 위에 김가루랑 무즙을 올려 먹으면 더 맛있어요.
It's even tastier if you put seaweed flakes and grated radish on top of buckwheat noodles.
Cultural Context
메밀국수 (memil guksu) is a beloved dish, especially popular during the warmer months for its cooling properties. It's often served cold with a savory broth (물메밀국수, mul-memil guksu) or with a spicy sauce (비빔메밀국수, bibim-memil guksu). The Gangwon Province, particularly Bongpyeong, is famous for its buckwheat production and hosts a well-known buckwheat festival, making it a pilgrimage spot for 메밀국수 enthusiasts. It's a simple yet deeply satisfying dish that embodies a taste of traditional Korean comfort food.
Editorial note
We test food and dining words like 메밀국수 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
메밀국수 먹으러 갈까요?
Shall we go eat buckwheat noodles?
시원한 메밀국수 한 그릇 주세요.
Please give me a refreshing bowl of buckwheat noodles.
봉평 메밀국수 축제
Bongpyeong Buckwheat Noodle Festival
Related Expressions
막국수
makguksu
Spicy buckwheat noodles (often served cold, a regional specialty of Gangwon-do)
냉면
naengmyeon
Cold noodles (usually made from buckwheat or sweet potato starch, often served in a cold broth)
칼국수
kalguksu
Knife-cut noodles (wheat flour noodles, usually served in a hot broth)
국수
guksu
Noodles (general term)
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