samgyeopsal
/sæmˈɡjʌp.sæl/
Korean Origin
Food & Drink
Original Word
삼겹살
Hangul (samgyeopsal)
Entered English
2010s
First recorded usage in English
The Story Behind "samgyeopsal"
From Korean 'samgyeopsal' (삼겹살), literally 'three-layer meat', referring to pork belly grilled at the table. One of the most popular Korean BBQ dishes internationally.
Example Usage
"Let's go out for samgyeopsal and soju tonight!"