Culture — Entry No. 1049
김치찌개
kimchi-jjigae · noun
김치찌개
kimchi-jjigae
[KIM-chee TCHEE-gay]
nounbeginner
Meaning
Kimchi stew or kimchi-based broth. Traditional Korean soup using kimchi as main ingredient with meat and vegetables.
K-Pop & K-Drama Context
Kimchi-jjigae is beloved comfort food using leftover kimchi. Served in homes during winter. K-Dramas depict this as winter warmth food. Represents Korean cuisine accessibility.
Example Sentences
김치찌개는 겨울 음식이야.
kimchi-jjigae-neun gyeoul eumsik-iya.
Kimchi-jjigae is a winter food (seasonal association)
김치찌개를 먹고 싶어.
kimchi-jjigae-reul meokgo sipeo.
I want to eat kimchi-jjigae (food desire)
이 집의 김치찌개가 유명해.
i jib-ui kimchi-jjigae-ga yumyeong-hae.
This restaurant’s kimchi-jjigae is famous (restaurant reputation)
⚠️ Don’t use kimchi-jjigae when…
Kimchi-jjigae flavor depends on kimchi age and fermentation. Older kimchi makes tangier stew. Meat (pork, beef) is commonly added for umami.
🎵 Heard In
- K-Drama: Hometown’s Embrace — family scenes centered around comfort food like kimchi-jjigae
- K-Pop: Stray Kids — members preparing and enjoying Korean comfort food in content
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