المعنى
An emphatic way to say something is extremely delicious.
خلفية ثقافية
The 'Tteokbokki' test: Many Koreans believe the true test of a '존맛탱' spot is the quality of its spicy rice cakes. It's the ultimate soul food. The 'JMT' acronym is so popular it's often used in physical advertisements to attract young customers, showing how slang influences business. Using '존맛탱구리' (JMTGR) adds an extra layer of playfulness and is often used by Gen Z to sound even more casual. Even if you are close to someone older, using '존맛탱' can still be risky. It's safer to use '진짜 맛있어요' until they use slang first.
The JMT Rule
If you're writing, use 'JMT'. If you're speaking, use '존맛탱'. It makes you look like a pro social media user.
The 'Jon' Root
Always remember that 'Jon' comes from a swear word. Even if it's common, some people still find it distasteful.
المعنى
An emphatic way to say something is extremely delicious.
The JMT Rule
If you're writing, use 'JMT'. If you're speaking, use '존맛탱'. It makes you look like a pro social media user.
The 'Jon' Root
Always remember that 'Jon' comes from a swear word. Even if it's common, some people still find it distasteful.
Mukbang Lingo
Watch Mukbang videos to hear the different intonations of this phrase. It's often said with a high pitch.
اختبر نفسك
Fill in the blank with the most appropriate slang for a delicious meal with a friend.
와, 이 피자 진짜 ( )!
존맛탱 is the perfect casual slang for this context.
In which situation is it WRONG to use '존맛탱'?
Choose the incorrect situation:
You should never use slang with a superior in a formal setting.
Complete the dialogue naturally.
A: 어제 그 식당 가봤어? 어때? B: 어, 진짜 ( ). 꼭 가봐!
The context '꼭 가봐' (definitely go) implies the food was great.
Match the phrase to the correct register.
Match '존맛탱' with its register:
존맛탱 is a slang term used in very casual settings.
🎉 النتيجة: /4
وسائل تعلم بصرية
Deliciousness Scale
بنك التمارين
4 تمارين와, 이 피자 진짜 ( )!
존맛탱 is the perfect casual slang for this context.
Choose the incorrect situation:
You should never use slang with a superior in a formal setting.
A: 어제 그 식당 가봤어? 어때? B: 어, 진짜 ( ). 꼭 가봐!
The context '꼭 가봐' (definitely go) implies the food was great.
Match '존맛탱' with its register:
존맛탱 is a slang term used in very casual settings.
🎉 النتيجة: /4
الأسئلة الشائعة
5 أسئلةIt's not a 'curse' anymore, but it's very casual. Think of it like 'f***ing good'—some people use it all the time, others avoid it.
Mostly no. It's 99% for food. Occasionally people use it for a 'tasty' song or movie, but it's rare.
It's 'Jon-Mat-Taeng-Gu-Ri'. The 'Gu-Ri' is just a cute, rhythmic addition.
Yes, it's very common and cute in a relationship context.
You can say '존맛없어' (Jon-mat-eops-eo), but it's less common than just saying '개맛없어'.
عبارات ذات صلة
존맛
similarExtremely delicious (shorter, slightly harsher).
핵존맛
builds onNuclear-level delicious.
꿀맛
similarHoney taste.
맛점
relatedDelicious lunch.
미쳤다
similarIt's crazy.
