Korean Dictionary
How to say "Spoon" in Korean
“Spoon” in Korean is 숟가락 (pronounced "Sutgarak").
숟가락
Sutgarak
Usage & Context
Spoons are used alongside chopsticks in Korean dining. Koreans uniquely use a spoon for soup and rice while chopsticks are used for other dishes.
Example Sentence
국물은 숟가락으로 떠먹어요.
I scoop up soup broth with the spoon.
How to use 숟가락 naturally
Quick answer
The Korean word for “Spoon” is 숟가락, romanized as Sutgarak.
Usage tip
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Common mistake
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Pronunciation Guide
"숟가락" (Sutgarak) is pronounced "soot-gah-rak." The "sut" sounds like "suit" without the 'i', "ga" like "gah" (as in "garden"), and "rak" like "rock." The 't' sound in "sut" is very light, almost like a 'd' when followed by 'g'.
More Example Sentences
Explaining Korean dining etiquette.
밥이랑 국은 숟가락으로 먹는 게 편해.
It's comfortable to eat rice and soup with a spoon.
Asking for a specific utensil for a child.
아기 숟가락 좀 가져다줄래?
Could you bring me the baby spoon?
Giving instructions on how to eat bibimbap.
숟가락으로 비빔밥을 잘 비벼서 드세요.
Mix the bibimbap well with your spoon and eat it.
Cultural Context
The "숟가락" (spoon) holds a special place in Korean dining, used alongside "젓가락" (chopsticks). Unlike many cultures where spoons are mainly for soup or dessert, Koreans traditionally eat rice and soup with a spoon, while chopsticks handle side dishes. This unique practice is a hallmark of Korean table manners and is often observed in K-dramas, highlighting the importance of both utensils.
Editorial note
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Common Phrases
숟가락 놓다
To put down one's spoon (euphemism for dying, or finishing a meal)
숟가락 얹다
To join in/piggyback on someone else's effort (literally "put one's spoon on")
숟가락으로 뜨다
To scoop with a spoon
Related Expressions
젓가락
jeotgarak
Chopsticks
포크
pokeu
Fork (loanword)
수저
sujeo
Spoon and chopsticks set (collective term)
밥그릇
bapgeureut
Rice bowl (often eaten with a spoon)
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