🇰🇷Korean Source WordCode: KO

삼겹살

Pronunciation / Transliteration: samgyeopsal

🇬🇧 Direct English Meaning:
Pork Belly/pɔrk ˈbɛli/
nounCEFR B2 (Upper)Top #1500 frequency
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🇰🇷 Example Sentence in Korean:

"삼겹살은 한국 요리에서 매우 인기 있는 재료입니다."

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2 senses
As noun
  1. 1

    The fatty underside of a pig, often used in cooking.

    "Pork belly is a key ingredient in many Asian dishes, adding rich flavor and texture."
  2. 2

    A popular cut of meat that is often cured or braised.

    "In Korean cuisine, pork belly is often grilled and served with various side dishes."

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Linguistic Origin & Historical Etymology

The term 'pork belly' originates from Middle English, with 'pork' derived from the Old French 'porc', which in turn comes from the Latin 'porcus', meaning pig. 'Belly' comes from Old English 'belig', referring to the abdomen. The combination reflects the culinary use of this cut of meat, which has been popular in various cultures for centuries.

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