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아이스크림

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Meaning and Usage

"아이스크림" means "ice cream" in Korean and is a loanword from English. It is commonly used in everyday conversation, especially in casual settings.

Common Contexts

You will often hear "아이스크림" when talking about desserts, snacks, or treats during warm weather. It is a popular choice for children and adults alike.

Collocations and Patterns

  • 아이스크림 가게 (ice cream shop): a place where ice cream is sold.
  • 아이스크림 맛 (ice cream flavor): used to specify the flavor, e.g., vanilla, chocolate.
  • 아이스크림을 먹다 (to eat ice cream): a common verb phrase.

Register and Politeness

"아이스크림" is informal and neutral in politeness. It can be used in both casual and polite conversations without change.

Common Mistakes

Learners sometimes confuse "아이스크림" with "아이스" which means "ice" or "iced" (like iced coffee). Remember that "아이스크림" specifically refers to the frozen dessert.

Example Sentences

더운 날씨에는 아이스크림이 최고예요.

Deoun nalssieneun aiseukeurimi choegoyeyo.

Ice cream is the best on a hot day.

아이스크림 가게에서 바닐라 맛을 샀어요.

Aiseukeurim gageso banilla maseul sasseoyo.

I bought vanilla flavor at the ice cream shop.

아이스크림을 먹으면서 영화를 봤어요.

Aiseukeurimeul meogeumyeonseo yeonghwareul bwasseoyo.

I watched a movie while eating ice cream.