food vs supermarket in Korean

음식vs슈퍼마켓

food

음식food

Food means things that people eat. In Korean, 음식 means meals, dishes, or food in general. You can use this word when talking about cooking, restaurants, shopping, or what you like to eat.

When to use food
supermarket

슈퍼마켓supermarket

슈퍼마켓 means “supermarket,” a large store that sells food, drinks, and household items. People use this word when talking about everyday shopping. You can hear it in sentences about buying groceries, going out with family, or stopping by a store after school or work.

When to use supermarket

How they differ

음식 means food you eat, like a meal or dish. It is not a store.