Difference between plum and dumpling in Korean
자두·만두
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.
How to say plum
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 dumplingThe difference
만두 means "dumpling," not a fruit. It is a cooked food with filling inside, while a plum is a fresh fruit.
