Korean Dictionary
How to say "Korean pancake" in Korean
“Korean pancake” in Korean is 파전 (pronounced "Pajeon").
파전
Pajeon
Usage & Context
A savory Korean pancake made with green onions (pa) and batter. Often includes seafood (해물파전) or kimchi. A popular rainy day food in Korea — there's a saying that the sound of rain makes you crave pajeon and makgeolli (rice wine). Best eaten fresh and hot.
Example Sentence
비 오는 날엔 파전에 막걸리가 최고죠!
On rainy days, pajeon with makgeolli is the best!
How to use 파전 naturally
Quick answer
The Korean word for “Korean pancake” is 파전, romanized as Pajeon.
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Pronunciation Guide
The first syllable, 파 (pa), sounds like 'pah' in 'father'. The second syllable, 전 (jeon), sounds like 'jun' in 'jungle' but with a softer 'j' and a short 'o' sound, like in 'on'. Put it together as 'Pah-jun', with fairly even stress.
More Example Sentences
Suggesting a meal to a friend or family member.
오늘 저녁은 파전 어때요?
How about pajeon for dinner tonight?
Complimenting the taste and texture of pajeon at a restaurant.
이 파전은 바삭하고 맛있네요!
This pajeon is crispy and delicious!
Expressing a common sentiment about rainy day food.
비 오는 날엔 역시 파전이죠!
On a rainy day, it's definitely pajeon!
Cultural Context
Pajeon is a beloved savory Korean pancake, often associated with rainy days due to the popular saying that the sound of rain makes you crave pajeon and makgeolli (rice wine). The 'pa' in pajeon refers to green onions, which are its primary ingredient. It's a versatile dish, with popular variations including Haemul Pajeon (seafood pajeon) and Kimchi Jeon (kimchi pancake). It's a common 'anju' (drinking snack) in Korea.
Editorial note
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Common Phrases
파전 시킬까요?
Shall we order pajeon?
파전이랑 막걸리!
Pajeon and makgeolli!
바삭한 파전
Crispy pajeon
Related Expressions
해물파전
Haemul pajeon
Seafood pancake
김치전
Kimchi jeon
Kimchi pancake
부침개
Buchimgae
General term for Korean pancake
막걸리
Makgeolli
Korean rice wine (common pairing)
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