Meaning
To eat a meal, often used in a slightly more formal context.
Cultural Background
Asking 'Did you eat?' is a sign of affection. Language must reflect age and status.
Honorifics
Always add '-시-' when talking about someone else's meal.
Meaning
To eat a meal, often used in a slightly more formal context.
Honorifics
Always add '-시-' when talking about someone else's meal.
Test Yourself
Which sentence is appropriate for a boss?
A) 밥 먹었어? B) 식사하셨어요?
B is the formal honorific form.
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Practice Bank
1 exercisesA) 밥 먹었어? B) 식사하셨어요?
B is the formal honorific form.
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Frequently Asked Questions
1 questionsYes, it is the perfect verb for a teacher.
Related Phrases
식사하시다
specialized formHonorific form of to eat
밥 먹다
contrastTo eat (informal)
식사 중
builds onIn the middle of a meal