noun
instant noodles in soft plastic packaging
Refers to instant noodles sold in a soft plastic pouch, as opposed to cup noodles (カップ麺). Common in grocery stores.
See also: カップ麺
スーパーで袋麺を買ってきた。
I bought some instant noodles in a plastic pack at the supermarket.
袋麺はカップ麺より安いことが多い。
Packaged instant noodles are often cheaper than cup noodles.
カップ麺 refers to instant noodles sold in a cup or bowl, while 袋麺 is sold in a soft plastic pouch.
Compound of 袋 (ふくろ, 'bag') and 麺 (めん, 'noodles').