Difference between plum and dumpling in Korean

자두·만두

plum

자두plum

자두 means “plum,” a small round fruit with smooth skin. It is a common fruit that people eat fresh, especially in warm weather. You can use this word when talking about fruit, snacks, or shopping for food.

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dumpling

만두dumpling

A dumpling is a small piece of dough with meat, vegetables, or other filling inside. In Korean, 만두 means dumpling, and people often eat it steamed, boiled, fried, or in soup. It is a common food for meals, snacks, or side dishes.

How to say dumpling

The difference

만두 means "dumpling," not a fruit. It is a cooked food with filling inside, while a plum is a fresh fruit.