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What Does 잘 먹겠습니다 Mean?

Imagine sitting down at a Korean meal.

Before everyone starts eating, you may hear:

잘 먹겠습니다.
Jal meokgetseumnida.

But what does it actually mean?

🍚 잘 먹겠습니다 Meaning

The expression is commonly used before eating and expresses appreciation and an intention to eat well.

It isn’t simply a word-for-word equivalent of “Let’s eat.”

It’s an expression connected with appreciating the meal and the people who prepared or provided it.

After the meal, you may hear:

잘 먹었습니다.
Jal meogeosseumnida.

This expression is used after eating to express appreciation for the meal.

🇰🇷 Two Useful Korean Expressions

잘 먹겠습니다.
Jal meokgetseumnida.
Used before eating.

잘 먹었습니다.
Jal meogeosseumnida.
Used after eating.

You’ll hear these expressions frequently in Korean dining situations, so they’re worth recognizing.

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잘 먹겠습니다!
Jal meokgetseumnida!

Happy Korean learning!

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