맵다 (maepda) – Korean Meaning | Bubblegum Language Learning

Meanings

spicy; hotHaving a tangy taste like red peppers or mustard, which causes a sharp sensation at the tip of the tongue.
ferociousA person's personality being fierce and violent.
ice-cold; freezingThe weather being very cold.
stingingA person's eyes or nose stinging or burning due to smoke, etc.

Examples from Lessons (3)

네, 떡볶이 는 매운 음식 이에요.
Yes, tteokbokki is a spicy food.
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저 는 매운 떡볶이 를 아주 좋아해요.
I really like spicy tteokbokki.
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네, 그 음식 은 조금 매워요.
Yes, that dish is a little spicy.
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Grammar in These Examples

-ㄴ/은Level 1Adjective noun modifier -아/어Level 1Informal ending -요FoundationsPoliteness marker