How to say cucumber in Korean

Meaning

A cucumber (오이) is a long, green vegetable that is often eaten raw. People use it in salads, kimbap, sandwiches, and side dishes. You can hear this word when shopping for food or talking about meals.

Example sentences

1. 냉장고에 오이를 넣어요.

   I put a cucumber in the fridge.

2. 오이는 샐러드에 좋아요.

   Cucumber is good for salads.

3. 오이 김밥을 만들어 먹어요.

   I make and eat cucumber gimbap.

4. 시장에서 오이를 샀어요.

   I bought a cucumber at the market.

5. 오이는 식초와 함께 먹어요.

   Cucumber is eaten with vinegar.

6. 오이 샐러드를 만들어 먹었어요.

   I made and ate cucumber salad.