burn mark; grilled surface; sear marks
Refers to the browned or charred marks on grilled or pan-fried food, often considered appetizing. Can also refer to an accidental burn mark on fabric or other surfaces.
The steak got nice sear marks.
アイロンを当てすぎてシャツに焦げ目ができた。
I left the iron on too long and got a burn mark on the shirt.
Standard kanji spelling.
Kana spelling is common in everyday writing, especially in recipes or casual contexts.
Compound of 焦げ (koge, 'scorch, char', the noun form of verb 焦げる) and 目 (me, 'mark, pattern').