Korean Dictionary
How to say "Patbingsu" in Korean
“Patbingsu” in Korean is 팥빙수 (pronounced "patbingsu").
팥빙수
patbingsu
Usage & Context
Patbingsu is Korea's iconic shaved ice dessert topped with sweet red beans, rice cakes, and various toppings. It is the quintessential Korean summer treat, enjoyed at cafes and street stalls.
Example Sentence
여름에 팥빙수 한 그릇이면 더위가 싹 가신다.
A bowl of patbingsu in summer drives the heat away completely.
How to use 팥빙수 naturally
Quick answer
The Korean word for “Patbingsu” is 팥빙수, romanized as patbingsu.
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 팥빙수.
Pronunciation Guide
The first part, "팥" (pat), sounds like "paht," similar to "pot" but with a slightly softer 't' sound at the end, almost like a quick stop. The second part, "빙수" (bingsu), sounds like "bing-soo," with "빙" like "bing" in "bingo" and "수" like "soo" in "soon." The stress is fairly even.
More Example Sentences
Expressing enjoyment of a summer treat with friends.
여름엔 역시 팥빙수가 최고지!
In summer, patbingsu is definitely the best!
Customizing an order at a cafe.
팥빙수 위에 떡이랑 연유 더 넣어주세요.
Please add more rice cakes and condensed milk on top of the patbingsu.
Teasing a friend about their appetite for dessert.
혼자서 팥빙수 한 그릇 다 먹을 수 있어?
Can you eat a whole bowl of patbingsu by yourself?
Cultural Context
팥빙수 (patbingsu) is the quintessential Korean summer dessert, a beloved treat that transcends generations. While traditional patbingsu features shaved ice topped with sweet red beans (팥, pat) and tteok (rice cakes), modern variations abound with fruits, syrups, ice cream, and various cereals. Cafes and dessert shops compete to offer unique and visually stunning versions, making it a popular item for social media posts. Sharing a large bowl of patbingsu with friends or family is a common summer activity, offering a refreshing escape from the heat.
Editorial note
We test food and dining words like 팥빙수 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
팥빙수 먹으러 갈래?
Want to go get patbingsu?
팥빙수 하나 시킬까요?
Shall we order one patbingsu?
더울 땐 팥빙수가 최고야.
When it's hot, patbingsu is the best.
Related Expressions
빙수
bingsu
Shaved ice (general term, can be without red beans)
과일빙수
gwail bingsu
Fruit shaved ice
인절미빙수
injeolmi bingsu
Shaved ice with injeolmi (roasted soybean powder rice cakes)
아이스크림
aiseukeurim
Ice cream
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