Dictionary — Entry No. 1013
요리사
yorisa · noun
요리사
yorisa
[yo-REE-sah]
nounbeginner
Meaning
A chef or cook in Korean. Represents culinary professionals who prepare food professionally.
K-Pop & K-Drama Context
Korean cooking shows and food-focused dramas are hugely popular. ‘Dae Jang Geum’ (Jewel in the Palace) defined Korean period drama around royal chef themes. Cooking professions are gaining respect in modern Korea.
Example Sentences
그 레스토랑의 요리사는 유명해.
geu reseutoran-ui yorisa-neun yumyeong-hae.
The chef at that restaurant is famous (professional context)
내가 요리사가 되고 싶어.
naega yorisa-ga dwe-go sipeuh.
I want to become a chef (career goal)
요리사님의 음식은 정말 맛있어.
yorisa-nim-ui eumsik-eun jeongmal masisseo.
The chef’s food is really delicious (respect and praise)
⚠️ Don’t use yorisa when…
요리사 (yorisa) differs from someone who cooks at home (집에서 요리하는 사람). The term specifically refers to professional chefs. Gender-neutral in modern usage but historically male-dominated.
🎵 Heard In
- K-Drama: Dae Jang Geum — legendary royal chef’s journey in Joseon dynasty period piece
- K-Pop: BTS — various cooking content and ‘Dynamite’ era where members showcased culinary interests
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