How to say to chop in Korean

Meaning

썰다 usually means to cut food like onions, carrots, or meat into pieces with a knife. People often use it when cooking at home or in class. It can mean chop or slice, depending on the food and the size of the pieces.

Example sentences

1. 양파를 잘게 썰어요.

   I chop the onion into small pieces.

2. 김치를 얇게 썰어 먹어요.

   I slice the kimchi thinly to eat.

3. 토마토를 큰 조각으로 써요.

   I cut the tomato into big pieces.

4. 김밥을 반으로 잘라 주세요.

   Please cut the kimbap in half.

5. 아빠가 고기를 썰어요.

   Dad slices the meat.

6. 국에 넣으려고 파를 써요.

   I chop green onion to put in the soup.