Level 6

조개

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Meaning and Usage

"조개" refers to shellfish, especially bivalve mollusks like clams, oysters, and scallops. It is a common noun used in everyday conversation when talking about seafood or beach activities.

Common Contexts

You will often hear "조개" in contexts related to cooking, eating seafood, or collecting shells at the beach. It can be used both literally (the animal) and in culinary contexts.

Collocations and Patterns

  • 조개를 줍다: to pick up shellfish, often used when collecting shells on the beach.
  • 조개구이: grilled shellfish, a popular dish.
  • 조개가 많다: there are many shellfish, used when describing abundance.

Register and Politeness

"조개" is a neutral noun and can be used in both formal and informal settings without change.

Common Mistakes

Learners sometimes confuse "조개" with "게" (crab) or "고기" (meat/fish). Remember "조개" specifically refers to shellfish like clams and mussels, not crustaceans or general meat.

Example Sentences

해변에서 조개를 주워서 집에 가져왔어요.

Haebyeoneseo jogaereul juwoseo jibe gajyeowasseoyo.

I picked up shellfish on the beach and brought them home.

조개구이는 바닷가에서 먹으면 더 맛있어요.

Jogaegui neun badatgaeseo meogeumyeon deo masisseoyo.

Grilled shellfish tastes better when eaten by the seaside.

조개가 바닷물에 살짝 잠겨 있어요.

Jogaega badatmure saljjak jamgyeo isseoyo.

The shellfish is slightly submerged in the seawater.