참마
chamma
The Korean word for the edible root yam is 참마 (chamma).
참마 refers specifically to the edible root of the yam.
Meaning: its edible root (noun)
How do you pronounce it?
chamma
Did you know?
- The prefix 참 in 참마 means 'true' or 'real', a prefix often used in Korean to distinguish a genuine or high-quality version of something from a lesser imitation.
- The Korean word for 'yam' describes a root that is historically associated with longevity, often appearing in folk tales about immortals.
- Korean cuisine often prepares 마 as a raw, grated paste or in thin slices to preserve its unique slime, unlike the roasted yams common in the US.
Examples in context
- 오늘 저녁에 고구마를 먹을까요?Shall we have sweet potatoes for dinner tonight?
- 고구마는 비타민 C가 풍부해요.Sweet potatoes are rich in vitamin C.
- 참마는 건강에 아주 좋아요.cham-ma-neun geon-gang-e a-ju jo-a-yo.Yam is very good for your health.
- 이 요리는 참마를 사용해요.i yo-ri-neun cham-ma-reul sa-yong-hae-yo.This dish uses yam.
Example conversation
Jihoon and Jieun are discussing what to cook for dinner.
- 지훈 Ji-hun지은 씨, 오늘 저녁에 뭐 만들까요?Ji-eun ssi, o-neul jeo-nyeok-e mwo man-deul-kka-yo?Jieun, what should we make for dinner tonight?
- 지은 Ji-eun참마를 넣은 죽을 만들어 봐요.cham-ma-reul neo-eun juk-eul man-deul-eo bwa-yo.Let's try making a porridge with yam in it.
- 지훈 Ji-hun좋아요, 참마가 몸에 좋잖아요.jo-a-yo, cham-ma-ga mom-e jo-ja-na-yo.Good, yam is good for the body, after all.
- 지은 Ji-eun제가 지금 시장에서 사 올게요.je-ga ji-geum si-jang-e-seo sa ol-ge-yo.I will go buy some at the market now.
Sources
- Word origins: Wiktionary entries 참마, CC BY-SA 4.0.
