Korean Dictionary
How to say "Yukhoe" in Korean
“Yukhoe” in Korean is 육회 (pronounced "yukhoe").
육회
yukhoe
Usage & Context
Yukhoe is a Korean raw beef dish seasoned with sesame oil, soy sauce, garlic, and topped with an egg yolk. It is similar to beef tartare and is considered a delicacy in Korean cuisine.
Example Sentence
육회는 신선한 생고기로 만들어야 한다.
Yukhoe must be made with fresh raw meat.
How to use 육회 naturally
Quick answer
The Korean word for “Yukhoe” is 육회, romanized as yukhoe.
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 육회.
Pronunciation Guide
육 (yuk) sounds like 'yook' in 'book'. 회 (hoe) sounds like 'hweh' or 'hway' with a soft 'h', similar to the 'we' in 'wet' but with rounded lips. The stress is fairly even, with a slight emphasis on the first syllable.
More Example Sentences
Recommending a dish at a restaurant.
육회 비빔밥은 정말 별미예요.
Yukhoe bibimbap is a real delicacy.
Suggesting a meal pairing with friends.
신선한 육회에 소주 한 잔 어때요?
How about a glass of soju with fresh yukhoe?
Explaining how to eat yukhoe to someone unfamiliar.
육회는 노른자를 터뜨려 비벼 먹어야 제맛이지.
Yukhoe tastes best when you break the egg yolk and mix it in.
Cultural Context
Yukhoe is a popular dish often enjoyed with soju, especially among younger Koreans. It's a common menu item at izakaya-style pubs or specialized raw meat restaurants. While some might be hesitant about raw beef, its freshness and unique seasoning make it a beloved delicacy. It's often topped with a raw egg yolk, which adds richness and creaminess when mixed in.
Editorial note
We test food and dining words like 육회 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
육회 맛집
A good yukhoe restaurant (lit. yukhoe delicious house)
육회에 소주
Yukhoe with soju
육회 한 접시 주세요.
Please give me a plate of yukhoe.
Related Expressions
육사시미
yuksasimi
Beef sashimi (sliced raw beef, usually thicker than yukhoe, without seasoning)
소고기 타르타르
sogogi tareutareu
Beef tartare (Western style)
생고기
saenggogi
Raw meat
노른자
noreunja
Egg yolk
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