Korean Dictionary
How to say "Wet Food" in Korean
“Wet Food” in Korean is 습식 사료 (pronounced "seubsik saryo").
습식 사료
seubsik saryo
Usage & Context
Canned or pouch pet food with high moisture content, generally more palatable than dry food. Wet food is beneficial for pets who do not drink enough water, particularly cats with urinary health concerns.
Example Sentence
고양이는 건식보다 습식 사료를 더 좋아해요.
Cats prefer wet food over dry food.
How to use 습식 사료 naturally
Quick answer
The Korean word for “Wet Food” is 습식 사료, romanized as seubsik saryo.
Usage tip
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Common mistake
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Pronunciation Guide
This phrase is pronounced 'seup-sik sa-ryo'. 'Seup' sounds like 'soup' but with a shorter 'oo' sound and ending with a 'p'. 'Sik' sounds like 'sick'. 'Sa-ryo' is pronounced 'sah-ryo', similar to 'sario'.
More Example Sentences
A cat owner explaining their feeding strategy for their cat's hydration.
고양이가 물을 잘 안 마셔서 습식 사료를 섞어주고 있어요.
My cat doesn't drink much water, so I'm mixing in wet food.
A pet store employee recommending food for a picky eater.
습식 사료는 기호성이 좋아서 입맛 없는 아이들에게 좋아요.
Wet food is highly palatable, so it's good for pets with no appetite.
A dog owner complaining about their dog's picky eating habits.
저희 강아지는 습식 사료만 먹으려고 해요.
Our dog only wants to eat wet food.
Cultural Context
The market for pet food in Korea has diversified significantly, with '습식 사료' gaining popularity, especially for cats due to concerns about urinary health. Many pet owners opt for a '혼합 급여' (mixed feeding) approach, combining wet and dry food to provide both hydration and dental benefits. Premium wet food brands, often imported or locally produced with high-quality ingredients, are increasingly sought after.
Editorial note
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Reviewed by Min-jung Park, Korean Language Teacher. Updated May 31, 2026. See our editorial standards.
Common Phrases
습식 사료 좀 주세요.
Please give some wet food.
습식 사료가 더 좋아요.
Wet food is better.
습식 사료 먹여도 될까요?
Can I feed wet food?
Related Expressions
건식 사료
geonsik saryo
dry food
사료
saryo
pet food
간식
gansik
snack, treat
주식
jusik
main meal
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