No. 14,042 in Korean
매콤한
"매콤한" means "slightly spicy" in English.
In a sentence
이 해물 볶음은 매콤한 맛이 특징이에요.
This seafood stir-fry is characterized by its spicy taste.
매콤한 describes the flavor of the food, indicating a spicy taste with a mild and pleasant sensation.
매콤한 향신료를 추가해서 맛을 더 풍부하게 만들었어요.
Added spicy seasonings to enrich the flavor.
매콤한 modifies 향신료 (seasonings), indicating that the seasons have a mild spicy flavor enhancing the dish.
매콤한 음식은 스트레스를 풀기에 좋다고 합니다.
They say spicy food is good for relieving stress.
매콤한 qualifies 음식 (food), referring to dishes with a mild spiciness that is comforting and enjoyable.
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