Korean Dictionary

How to say "Sundae Bokkeum" in Korean

Sundae Bokkeum” in Korean is 순대볶음 (pronounced "sundae bokkeum").

순대볶음

sundae bokkeum

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Usage & Context

Sundae bokkeum is a spicy stir-fried dish made with Korean blood sausage, vegetables, and gochujang sauce. It is a popular bar food and street food in Korea.

Example Sentence

순대볶음은 매콤하게 볶아내 술안주로 인기다.

Sundae bokkeum is popular as a drinking snack because it is spicily stir-fried.

How to use 순대볶음 naturally

Quick answer

The Korean word for “Sundae Bokkeum” is 순대볶음, romanized as sundae 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 순대볶음.

Pronunciation Guide

The first part, "Sun-dae," sounds like "soon-day," with "soon" as in "soon" and "day" as in "day." The second part, "Bok-keum," is pronounced "bok-koom," where "bok" is like "bock" in "bock beer" and "koom" rhymes with "zoom." The 'k' in "bokkeum" is a tense, aspirated sound.

More Example Sentences

Suggesting a common pairing of food and drink, especially for a night out.

매콤한 순대볶음에 소주 한 잔 어때?

How about a glass of soju with spicy sundae bokkeum?

Recommending a specific food district known for this dish.

신림동 순대타운에 가면 다양한 순대볶음을 맛볼 수 있어요.

If you go to Sillim-dong Sundae Town, you can taste various sundae bokkeum.

Suggesting a way to enjoy the dish as a full meal.

순대볶음은 밥이랑 같이 먹어도 정말 맛있어요.

Sundae bokkeum is really delicious even when eaten with rice.

Cultural Context

Sundae bokkeum is a popular spicy stir-fried dish featuring *sundae* (Korean blood sausage), often with vegetables like perilla leaves and cabbage, all coated in a fiery *gochujang*-based sauce. It's a quintessential *anju* (drinking snack) found in street stalls and specialized restaurants, particularly famous in areas like Sillim-dong's Sundae Town. Its chewy texture and intense spice make it a favorite among those who enjoy bold, savory flavors, especially with a cold drink.

Editorial note

We test food and dining words like 순대볶음 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

순대볶음 주세요

Please give me sundae bokkeum

순대볶음 맛집

Sundae bokkeum restaurant known for good taste

매콤한 순대볶음

Spicy sundae bokkeum

Related Expressions

순대

sundae

Korean blood sausage

곱창볶음

gopchang bokkeum

Stir-fried beef intestines

닭갈비

dakgalbi

Spicy stir-fried chicken

매운 음식

maeun eumsik

Spicy food

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