🇰🇷Korean Source WordCode: KO

맥도날드

Pronunciation / Transliteration: Maekdonaldeu

🇬🇧 Direct English Meaning:
McDonald's/məkˈdɒnəldz/
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🇰🇷 Example Sentence in Korean:

"영화 보고 나서 맥도날드에 갔어요."

Comprehensive Definitions & Senses

2 senses
As noun
  1. 1

    A global fast-food restaurant chain known for its hamburgers, fries, and breakfast items.

    "After school, we decided to grab a quick bite at McDonald's."
  2. 2

    A place where fast food is served, typically featuring a drive-thru and a play area for children.

    "The kids love going to McDonald's because of the play area."

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Linguistic Origin & Historical Etymology

The name 'McDonald's' originates from the surname of the founder, Ray Kroc, who popularized the fast-food chain in the 1950s. The name itself is derived from the Scottish Gaelic 'Mac Dhomhnaill', meaning 'son of Donald'. Over time, it has evolved into a global brand synonymous with fast food.

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