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How will you pronounce eat in Korean?

There's no direct equivalent to "eat" in Korean, as the verb changes depending on the context and formality. Here are a few options:

Formal:

* 먹다 (meokda) - This is the most common and versatile verb, used in most situations. It's the basic form of "to eat".

* 드시다 (deusi-da) - This is the polite form of "to eat", used when speaking to someone older or of higher status.

Informal:

* 먹어 (meok-eo) - This is the informal form of "to eat", used among friends or people of similar age.

* 잡숴 (jap-swo) - This is a more casual and endearing way to say "to eat", often used by older people or for children.

Example sentences:

* 저는 밥을 먹습니다. (jeo-neun bap-eul meok-seumnida.) - I eat rice. (Formal)

* 선생님은 뭐 드세요? (seonsaengnim-eun mwo deuseyo?) - What are you eating, teacher? (Polite)

* 저녁 먹어! (jeonyeok meok-eo!) - Eat dinner! (Informal)

* 할머니, 맛있게 잡숴요! (halmeoni, mas-itge jap-swoyo!) - Grandma, eat well! (Informal, endearing)

Remember to choose the correct verb form based on the context and your relationship with the person you're speaking to.

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