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불고기

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What is 불고기?

불고기 is a popular Korean dish made from thinly sliced beef marinated in a mixture of soy sauce, sugar, garlic, and other seasonings, then grilled or stir-fried. It is often served with rice and side dishes.

Usage in Conversation

When Koreans mention 불고기, they usually imply a flavorful, slightly sweet grilled meat dish that is common at family meals or social gatherings. It is a staple in Korean cuisine and often one of the first dishes foreigners try.

Common Collocations

  • 불고기 집: a restaurant specializing in bulgogi
  • 불고기 양념: bulgogi marinade
  • 불고기 백반: a set meal featuring bulgogi

Register and Politeness

불고기 is a neutral noun used in both casual and formal contexts. It is appropriate to use in everyday conversation, menus, and formal dining.

Learner Tip

A common mistake is confusing 불고기 with other Korean BBQ dishes like 갈비 (galbi). Remember, 불고기 specifically refers to marinated thinly sliced beef, while 갈비 usually means marinated beef ribs.

Example Sentences

저녁에 가족과 함께 불고기를 먹었어요.

Jeonyeoge gajokgwa hamkke bulgogireul meogeosseoyo.

I ate bulgogi with my family for dinner.

불고기는 달콤한 간장 양념에 재워서 구워 먹는 고기예요.

Bulgogineun dalkomhan ganjang yangnyeome jaewoseo guwo meokneun gogiyeyo.

Bulgogi is meat marinated in a sweet soy sauce seasoning and grilled.

불고기 집에서 친구들과 맛있는 불고기를 즐겼어요.

Bulgogi jibeseo chingudeulgwa masinneun bulgogireul jeulgyeosseoyo.

I enjoyed delicious bulgogi with friends at a bulgogi restaurant.