Korean Dictionary
How to say "Ojingeo Bokkeum" in Korean
“Ojingeo Bokkeum” in Korean is 오징어볶음 (pronounced "ojingeo bokkeum").
오징어볶음
ojingeo bokkeum
Usage & Context
Ojingeo bokkeum is a popular Korean spicy stir-fried squid dish made with gochujang, vegetables, and sesame oil. It is a common banchan and a staple of Korean home cooking.
Example Sentence
오징어볶음은 매콤달콤해서 밥 반찬으로 최고다.
Ojingeo bokkeum is sweet and spicy, making it the best rice side dish.
How to use 오징어볶음 naturally
Quick answer
The Korean word for “Ojingeo Bokkeum” is 오징어볶음, romanized as ojingeo bokkeum.
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 오징어볶음.
Pronunciation Guide
The first part, "O-jing-eo," sounds like "oh-jing-uh" (like 'oh' in 'go', 'jing' like 'sing' with a 'j', 'uh' like 'uh-oh'). The second part, "Bok-keum," sounds like "bock-koom" (like 'bock' in 'bock beer', 'koom' like 'room' but with a 'k'). The stress is fairly even, with a slight emphasis on the first syllable of each word.
More Example Sentences
Suggesting a meal with friends.
오늘 저녁은 오징어볶음에 소주 한 잔 어때?
How about spicy stir-fried squid with a shot of soju for dinner tonight?
Expressing a personal preference despite a challenge.
매운 거 잘 못 먹는데, 오징어볶음은 너무 맛있어서 포기할 수 없어.
I'm not good with spicy food, but ojingeo bokkeum is so delicious I can't give it up.
Praising home cooking.
엄마가 해준 오징어볶음이 제일 맛있어. 역시 엄마 손맛!
Mom's ojingeo bokkeum is the best. Nothing beats mom's cooking!
Cultural Context
Ojingeo bokkeum is a quintessential Korean comfort food, often enjoyed with a bowl of rice or as an anju (안주), a dish served with alcoholic beverages like soju. Its spicy and slightly sweet flavor profile makes it incredibly addictive. You'll often see characters in K-dramas sharing a plate of this dish, especially after a long day or when dealing with stress, highlighting its role as a satisfying and communal meal.
Editorial note
We test food and dining words like 오징어볶음 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
오징어볶음 시킬까요?
Shall we order ojingeo bokkeum?
이 오징어볶음 진짜 맵다!
This ojingeo bokkeum is really spicy!
오징어볶음에 밥 비벼 먹으면 최고지.
Mixing rice with ojingeo bokkeum is the best.
Related Expressions
낙지볶음
nakji bokkeum
spicy stir-fried octopus
쭈꾸미볶음
jjukkumi bokkeum
spicy stir-fried webfoot octopus
제육볶음
jeyuk bokkeum
spicy stir-fried pork
오징어튀김
ojingeo twigim
fried squid (calamari)
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