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Korean phrases for travelers in South Korea
242 phrases you can actually use — written for real situations, not textbook dialogues. Each one comes with a simple pronunciation guide and, where it matters, a note on local etiquette.
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Metro & Rail
교통카드를 충전하고 싶어요.
gyo-tong-ka-deu-reul choong-jeon-ha-go shi-po-yo
I want to recharge my transit card.
Recharge T-money before gates get busy.
어디에서 표를 사나요?
eo-dee-eh-seo pyo-reul sa-na-yo
Where do I buy a ticket?
Ticket machines often have English, but staff can help.
몇 번 플랫폼인가요?
myeot beon peul-laet-pom-in-ga-yo
Which platform is it?
Platform numbers can differ by train type.
이 열차가 늦나요?
ee yeol-cha-ga neut-na-yo
Is this train delayed?
Korean rail delays are shown quickly on boards.
환승은 어디에서 하나요?
hwan-seung-eun eo-dee-eh-seo ha-na-yo
Where do I transfer?
Transfers can involve long walks underground.
출구가 어디예요?
chul-gu-ga eo-dee-ye-yo
Where is the exit?
Use exit numbers; large stations have many exits.
이 버스는 시내로 가나요?
ee beo-seu-neun shi-nae-ro ga-na-yo
Does this bus go downtown?
Bus stops can serve many routes; check the number.
버스 정류장은 어디예요?
beo-seu jeong-ryu-jang-eun eo-dee-ye-yo
Where is the bus stop?
Some bus stops are outside station exits.
카드로 결제할 수 있나요?
ka-deu-ro gyeol-je-hal su it-na-yo
Can I pay by card?
Transport cards are easier than single cash fares.
현금으로 낼 수 있나요?
hyeon-geum-eu-ro nael su it-na-yo
Can I pay cash?
Many city buses prefer transit cards.
막차가 몇 시예요?
mak-cha-ga myeot shi-ye-yo
What time is the last train?
Last train times vary by line and weekday.
KTX 표는 어디에서 사나요?
kay-tee-ex pyo-neun eo-dee-eh-seo sa-na-yo
Where do I buy a KTX ticket?
Reserve KTX seats early on weekends and holidays.
지정석인가요?
jee-jeong-seok-in-ga-yo
Is this a reserved seat?
KTX and express trains have assigned seats.
자유석은 어디예요?
ja-yu-seok-eun eo-dee-ye-yo
Where are the non-reserved seats?
Non-reserved cars can fill quickly.
짐을 여기에 둬도 되나요?
jim-eul yeo-gee-eh dwo-do dwe-na-yo
Can I put luggage here?
Do not block aisles or priority seats.
우선석인가요?
u-seon-seok-in-ga-yo
Is this a priority seat?
Priority seats should be kept free for those who need them.
택시 승강장은 어디예요?
taek-shi seung-gang-jang-eun eo-dee-ye-yo
Where is the taxi stand?
Use official taxi stands near stations.
미터기를 켜 주세요.
mee-teo-gee-reul kyeo ju-se-yo
Please turn on the meter.
Ask for the meter before the taxi starts.
호텔까지 얼마예요?
ho-tel-kka-ji eol-ma-ye-yo
How much to the hotel?
Confirm fare if taking a taxi late at night.
이 표는 오늘 유효한가요?
ee pyo-neun o-neul yu-hyo-han-ga-yo
Is this ticket valid today?
Some tickets are date or train specific.
길을 잃었어요.
gil-eul il-eo-sseo-yo
I am lost.
Show the station name in writing for faster help.
역무원을 불러 주세요.
yeong-mu-won-eul bul-leo ju-se-yo
Please call station staff.
Station staff can help with gates and lost items.
분실물 센터는 어디예요?
bun-shil-mul sen-teo-neun eo-dee-ye-yo
Where is lost and found?
Lost items are often turned in at stations.
영수증을 주세요.
yeong-su-jeung-eul ju-se-yo
Please give me a receipt.
Ask for receipts when buying tickets for expenses.
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Convenience Stores
봉투 필요해요.
bong-tu pi-ryo-hae-yo
I need a bag.
Convenience store bags may cost extra in Korea.
봉투 필요 없어요.
bong-tu pi-ryo eop-seo-yo
I do not need a bag.
Say this to avoid bag charges.
데워 주세요.
de-wo ju-se-yo
Please heat it up.
Staff can heat convenience meals at the counter.
젓가락 주세요.
jeot-ga-rak ju-se-yo
Please give me chopsticks.
Utensils may not be included unless you ask.
숟가락 주세요.
sut-ga-rak ju-se-yo
Please give me a spoon.
Ask before leaving the store.
이거 얼마예요?
ee-geo eol-ma-ye-yo
How much is this?
Shelf prices can be confusing with promotions.
카드 돼요?
ka-deu dwae-yo
Can I use a card?
Cards are widely accepted in Korean convenience stores.
교통카드로 돼요?
gyo-tong-ka-deu-ro dwae-yo
Can I pay with a transit card?
Transit cards often work for small convenience purchases.
ATM 있어요?
ay-tee-em it-seo-yo
Is there an ATM?
Some ATMs may not accept foreign cards.
화장실 있어요?
hwa-jang-shil it-seo-yo
Is there a restroom?
Many convenience stores do not offer public restrooms.
쓰레기통은 어디예요?
sseu-re-gi-tong-eun eo-dee-ye-yo
Where is the trash bin?
Public trash bins can be hard to find in Korea.
충전기 있어요?
chung-jeon-gi it-seo-yo
Do you have a charger?
Convenience stores sell basic phone chargers.
우산 있어요?
u-san it-seo-yo
Do you have umbrellas?
Convenience umbrellas are useful during sudden rain.
물은 어디예요?
mul-eun eo-dee-ye-yo
Where is water?
Buy water before long subway or beach trips.
이거 매워요?
ee-geo mae-wo-yo
Is this spicy?
Korean snacks can be very spicy.
알레르기가 있어요.
al-le-reu-gi-ga it-seo-yo
I have an allergy.
Show allergy details in Korean when possible.
영수증 주세요.
yeong-su-jeung ju-se-yo
Please give me a receipt.
Receipts help with wrong charges or refunds.
포인트 카드 없어요.
po-in-teu ka-deu eop-seo-yo
I do not have a point card.
Cashiers may ask about loyalty points.
택배 보낼 수 있나요?
taek-bae bo-nael su it-na-yo
Can I send a package?
Some convenience stores handle domestic delivery.
복사할 수 있나요?
bok-sa-hal su it-na-yo
Can I make copies?
Copy services vary by store.
SIM 카드 있어요?
sim ka-deu it-seo-yo
Do you have SIM cards?
Airport counters are usually better for tourist SIMs.
잠깐만요.
jam-kkan-man-yo
One moment, please.
Useful when finding cash or a card.
도와주세요.
do-wa-ju-se-yo
Please help me.
Convenience store staff can often help with simple directions.
이 근처 지하철역이 어디예요?
ee geun-cheo jee-ha-cheol-yeok-ee eo-dee-ye-yo
Where is the nearby subway station?
Staff can point you toward the closest station.
택시 불러 주세요.
taek-shi bul-leo ju-se-yo
Please call a taxi.
Staff may help call a taxi late at night.
Restaurants & Ordering
두 명이에요.
du myeong-ee-eh-yo
Table for two.
Restaurants may ask party size before seating.
예약했어요.
ye-yak-haet-seo-yo
I have a reservation.
Give the exact booking name at arrival.
영어 메뉴 있어요?
yeong-eo men-yu it-seo-yo
Do you have an English menu?
English menus are common in tourist areas, not everywhere.
추천 메뉴가 뭐예요?
chu-cheon men-yu-ga mwo-ye-yo
What do you recommend?
Asking for recommendations works well in local restaurants.
이거 매워요?
ee-geo mae-wo-yo
Is this spicy?
Korean spicy levels can be intense for tourists.
고기 들어가요?
go-gi deu-reo-ga-yo
Does it contain meat?
Broths and sauces may contain meat.
해산물 들어가요?
hae-san-mul deu-reo-ga-yo
Does it contain seafood?
Seafood is common in soups and side dishes.
채식 메뉴 있어요?
chae-shik men-yu it-seo-yo
Do you have vegetarian dishes?
Vegetarian options may still include fish sauce or broth.
알레르기가 있어요.
al-le-reu-gi-ga it-seo-yo
I have an allergy.
Show allergy details in Korean for safety.
물 주세요.
mul ju-se-yo
Water, please.
Water is usually self-service or free in Korean restaurants.
계산해 주세요.
gye-san-hae ju-se-yo
The bill, please.
Paying at the counter is common.
카드 돼요?
ka-deu dwae-yo
Can I use a card?
Cards are common, but markets may prefer cash.
현금만 돼요?
hyeon-geum-man dwae-yo
Is it cash only?
Carry some won for small restaurants and stalls.
따로 계산돼요?
dda-ro gye-san-dwae-yo
Can we pay separately?
Split payment may not be accepted everywhere.
사진에 있는 이거 주세요.
sa-jin-eh it-neun ee-geo ju-se-yo
I would like this in the photo.
Pointing at photos helps when menus are Korean only.
덜 맵게 해 주세요.
deol maep-ge hae ju-se-yo
Please make it less spicy.
Ask before the food is cooked.
포장돼요?
po-jang-dwae-yo
Can I take it away?
Takeaway is common, but not for every dish.
금연석 있어요?
geum-yeon-seok it-seo-yo
Do you have non-smoking seats?
Smoking rules vary in older venues.
자리를 바꿔도 돼요?
ja-ri-reul ba-kwo-do dwae-yo
Can I change seats?
Ask staff before moving tables.
마지막 주문은 몇 시예요?
ma-ji-mak ju-mun-eun myeot shi-ye-yo
What time is last order?
Last order can be before closing time.
주문할게요.
ju-mun-hal-ge-yo
I would like to order.
Use this when staff have not returned.
하나 더 주세요.
ha-na deo ju-se-yo
One more, please.
Useful for small plates, drinks, or sides.
영수증 주세요.
yeong-su-jeung ju-se-yo
Please give me a receipt.
Ask at the counter after payment.
잘 먹었습니다.
jal meo-geo-sseum-ni-da
Thank you for the meal.
This polite phrase is appreciated after eating.
Emergency & Help
도와주세요.
do-wa-ju-se-yo
Please help me.
Use a clear direct phrase in emergencies.
경찰 불러 주세요.
gyeong-chal bul-leo ju-se-yo
Please call the police.
Call 112 for police in South Korea.
구급차 불러 주세요.
gu-geup-cha bul-leo ju-se-yo
Please call an ambulance.
Call 119 for ambulance or fire in South Korea.
병원이 어디예요?
byeong-won-ee eo-dee-ye-yo
Where is the hospital?
Large hospitals may have international clinics.
약국이 어디예요?
yak-guk-ee eo-dee-ye-yo
Where is the pharmacy?
Pharmacy signs often say 약.
여권을 잃어버렸어요.
yeo-gwon-eul il-eo-beo-ryeo-sseo-yo
I lost my passport.
Contact police and your embassy quickly.
휴대폰을 잃어버렸어요.
hyu-dae-pon-eul il-eo-beo-ryeo-sseo-yo
I lost my phone.
Ask stations, shops, or police for lost and found.
지갑을 도난당했어요.
jee-gap-eul do-nan-dang-haet-seo-yo
My wallet was stolen.
Report theft for insurance and card safety.
분실물 센터는 어디예요?
bun-shil-mul sen-teo-neun eo-dee-ye-yo
Where is lost and found?
Lost items are often turned in at stations.
몸이 안 좋아요.
mom-ee an jo-a-yo
I feel sick.
Use this if you need medical help but are unsure how to explain.
알레르기 반응이에요.
al-le-reu-gi ban-eung-ee-eh-yo
It is an allergic reaction.
Show medication or allergy cards if possible.
영어 할 수 있어요?
yeong-eo hal su it-seo-yo
Do you speak English?
Staff may find someone who can help.
호텔에 전화해 주세요.
ho-tel-eh jeon-hwa-hae ju-se-yo
Please call my hotel.
Keep hotel details saved offline.
택시 불러 주세요.
taek-shi bul-leo ju-se-yo
Please call a taxi.
Staff can help call official taxis.
여기 안전해요?
yeo-gi an-jeon-hae-yo
Is this place safe?
Move toward stations, shops, or police if unsure.
길을 잃었어요.
gil-eul il-eo-sseo-yo
I am lost.
Show your destination in writing or on a map.
이 주소로 가고 싶어요.
ee ju-so-ro ga-go shi-peo-yo
I want to go to this address.
Written addresses help taxis and staff.
지갑이 없어요.
jee-gap-ee eop-seo-yo
My wallet is missing.
Retrace stations and shops quickly.
카드가 안 돼요.
ka-deu-ga an dwae-yo
My card does not work.
Use bank or convenience store ATMs as backup.
배터리가 없어요.
bae-teo-ri-ga eop-seo-yo
My battery is dead.
Convenience stores sell chargers and power banks.
물이 필요해요.
mul-ee pi-ryo-hae-yo
I need water.
Summer heat and walking can dehydrate tourists quickly.
다쳤어요.
da-chyeot-seo-yo
I am injured.
Ask for help early on stairs, beaches, or trails.
보험사에 연락해야 해요.
bo-heom-sa-eh yeon-rak-hae-ya hae-yo
I need to contact my insurance company.
Keep insurance details available offline.
번역을 도와주세요.
beon-yeok-eul do-wa-ju-se-yo
Please help me translate.
Written translation helps with medical or police issues.
가까운 경찰서는 어디예요?
ga-kka-un gyeong-chal-seo-neun eo-dee-ye-yo
Where is the nearest police station?
Police can help with theft, lost items, and safety.
Transport & Tickets
교통카드를 충전하고 싶어요.
gyo-tong-ka-deu-reul choong-jeon-ha-go shi-po-yo
I want to recharge my transit card.
Recharge T-money before gates get busy.
어디에서 표를 사나요?
eo-dee-eh-seo pyo-reul sa-na-yo
Where do I buy a ticket?
Ticket machines often have English, but staff can help.
몇 번 플랫폼인가요?
myeot beon peul-laet-pom-in-ga-yo
Which platform is it?
Platform numbers can differ by train type.
이 열차가 늦나요?
ee yeol-cha-ga neut-na-yo
Is this train delayed?
Korean rail delays are shown quickly on boards.
환승은 어디에서 하나요?
hwan-seung-eun eo-dee-eh-seo ha-na-yo
Where do I transfer?
Transfers can involve long walks underground.
출구가 어디예요?
chul-gu-ga eo-dee-ye-yo
Where is the exit?
Use exit numbers; large stations have many exits.
이 버스는 시내로 가나요?
ee beo-seu-neun shi-nae-ro ga-na-yo
Does this bus go downtown?
Bus stops can serve many routes; check the number.
버스 정류장은 어디예요?
beo-seu jeong-ryu-jang-eun eo-dee-ye-yo
Where is the bus stop?
Some bus stops are outside station exits.
카드로 결제할 수 있나요?
ka-deu-ro gyeol-je-hal su it-na-yo
Can I pay by card?
Transport cards are easier than single cash fares.
현금으로 낼 수 있나요?
hyeon-geum-eu-ro nael su it-na-yo
Can I pay cash?
Many city buses prefer transit cards.
막차가 몇 시예요?
mak-cha-ga myeot shi-ye-yo
What time is the last train?
Last train times vary by line and weekday.
KTX 표는 어디에서 사나요?
kay-tee-ex pyo-neun eo-dee-eh-seo sa-na-yo
Where do I buy a KTX ticket?
Reserve KTX seats early on weekends and holidays.
지정석인가요?
jee-jeong-seok-in-ga-yo
Is this a reserved seat?
KTX and express trains have assigned seats.
자유석은 어디예요?
ja-yu-seok-eun eo-dee-ye-yo
Where are the non-reserved seats?
Non-reserved cars can fill quickly.
짐을 여기에 둬도 되나요?
jim-eul yeo-gee-eh dwo-do dwe-na-yo
Can I put luggage here?
Do not block aisles or priority seats.
우선석인가요?
u-seon-seok-in-ga-yo
Is this a priority seat?
Priority seats should be kept free for those who need them.
택시 승강장은 어디예요?
taek-shi seung-gang-jang-eun eo-dee-ye-yo
Where is the taxi stand?
Use official taxi stands near stations.
미터기를 켜 주세요.
mee-teo-gee-reul kyeo ju-se-yo
Please turn on the meter.
Ask for the meter before the taxi starts.
호텔까지 얼마예요?
ho-tel-kka-ji eol-ma-ye-yo
How much to the hotel?
Confirm fare if taking a taxi late at night.
이 표는 오늘 유효한가요?
ee pyo-neun o-neul yu-hyo-han-ga-yo
Is this ticket valid today?
Some tickets are date or train specific.
길을 잃었어요.
gil-eul il-eo-sseo-yo
I am lost.
Show the station name in writing for faster help.
역무원을 불러 주세요.
yeong-mu-won-eul bul-leo ju-se-yo
Please call station staff.
Station staff can help with gates and lost items.
분실물 센터는 어디예요?
bun-shil-mul sen-teo-neun eo-dee-ye-yo
Where is lost and found?
Lost items are often turned in at stations.
영수증을 주세요.
yeong-su-jeung-eul ju-se-yo
Please give me a receipt.
Ask for receipts when buying tickets for expenses.
Airport & Taxis
교통카드를 충전하고 싶어요.
gyo-tong-ka-deu-reul choong-jeon-ha-go shi-po-yo
I want to recharge my transit card.
Recharge T-money before gates get busy.
어디에서 표를 사나요?
eo-dee-eh-seo pyo-reul sa-na-yo
Where do I buy a ticket?
Ticket machines often have English, but staff can help.
몇 번 플랫폼인가요?
myeot beon peul-laet-pom-in-ga-yo
Which platform is it?
Platform numbers can differ by train type.
이 열차가 늦나요?
ee yeol-cha-ga neut-na-yo
Is this train delayed?
Korean rail delays are shown quickly on boards.
환승은 어디에서 하나요?
hwan-seung-eun eo-dee-eh-seo ha-na-yo
Where do I transfer?
Transfers can involve long walks underground.
출구가 어디예요?
chul-gu-ga eo-dee-ye-yo
Where is the exit?
Use exit numbers; large stations have many exits.
이 버스는 시내로 가나요?
ee beo-seu-neun shi-nae-ro ga-na-yo
Does this bus go downtown?
Bus stops can serve many routes; check the number.
버스 정류장은 어디예요?
beo-seu jeong-ryu-jang-eun eo-dee-ye-yo
Where is the bus stop?
Some bus stops are outside station exits.
카드로 결제할 수 있나요?
ka-deu-ro gyeol-je-hal su it-na-yo
Can I pay by card?
Transport cards are easier than single cash fares.
현금으로 낼 수 있나요?
hyeon-geum-eu-ro nael su it-na-yo
Can I pay cash?
Many city buses prefer transit cards.
막차가 몇 시예요?
mak-cha-ga myeot shi-ye-yo
What time is the last train?
Last train times vary by line and weekday.
KTX 표는 어디에서 사나요?
kay-tee-ex pyo-neun eo-dee-eh-seo sa-na-yo
Where do I buy a KTX ticket?
Reserve KTX seats early on weekends and holidays.
지정석인가요?
jee-jeong-seok-in-ga-yo
Is this a reserved seat?
KTX and express trains have assigned seats.
자유석은 어디예요?
ja-yu-seok-eun eo-dee-ye-yo
Where are the non-reserved seats?
Non-reserved cars can fill quickly.
짐을 여기에 둬도 되나요?
jim-eul yeo-gee-eh dwo-do dwe-na-yo
Can I put luggage here?
Do not block aisles or priority seats.
우선석인가요?
u-seon-seok-in-ga-yo
Is this a priority seat?
Priority seats should be kept free for those who need them.
택시 승강장은 어디예요?
taek-shi seung-gang-jang-eun eo-dee-ye-yo
Where is the taxi stand?
Use official taxi stands near stations.
미터기를 켜 주세요.
mee-teo-gee-reul kyeo ju-se-yo
Please turn on the meter.
Ask for the meter before the taxi starts.
호텔까지 얼마예요?
ho-tel-kka-ji eol-ma-ye-yo
How much to the hotel?
Confirm fare if taking a taxi late at night.
이 표는 오늘 유효한가요?
ee pyo-neun o-neul yu-hyo-han-ga-yo
Is this ticket valid today?
Some tickets are date or train specific.
길을 잃었어요.
gil-eul il-eo-sseo-yo
I am lost.
Show the station name in writing for faster help.
역무원을 불러 주세요.
yeong-mu-won-eul bul-leo ju-se-yo
Please call station staff.
Station staff can help with gates and lost items.
분실물 센터는 어디예요?
bun-shil-mul sen-teo-neun eo-dee-ye-yo
Where is lost and found?
Lost items are often turned in at stations.
영수증을 주세요.
yeong-su-jeung-eul ju-se-yo
Please give me a receipt.
Ask for receipts when buying tickets for expenses.
Beaches & Resorts
두 명이에요.
du myeong-ee-eh-yo
Table for two.
Restaurants may ask party size before seating.
예약했어요.
ye-yak-haet-seo-yo
I have a reservation.
Give the exact booking name at arrival.
영어 메뉴 있어요?
yeong-eo men-yu it-seo-yo
Do you have an English menu?
English menus are common in tourist areas, not everywhere.
추천 메뉴가 뭐예요?
chu-cheon men-yu-ga mwo-ye-yo
What do you recommend?
Asking for recommendations works well in local restaurants.
이거 매워요?
ee-geo mae-wo-yo
Is this spicy?
Korean spicy levels can be intense for tourists.
고기 들어가요?
go-gi deu-reo-ga-yo
Does it contain meat?
Broths and sauces may contain meat.
해산물 들어가요?
hae-san-mul deu-reo-ga-yo
Does it contain seafood?
Seafood is common in soups and side dishes.
채식 메뉴 있어요?
chae-shik men-yu it-seo-yo
Do you have vegetarian dishes?
Vegetarian options may still include fish sauce or broth.
알레르기가 있어요.
al-le-reu-gi-ga it-seo-yo
I have an allergy.
Show allergy details in Korean for safety.
물 주세요.
mul ju-se-yo
Water, please.
Water is usually self-service or free in Korean restaurants.
계산해 주세요.
gye-san-hae ju-se-yo
The bill, please.
Paying at the counter is common.
카드 돼요?
ka-deu dwae-yo
Can I use a card?
Cards are common, but markets may prefer cash.
현금만 돼요?
hyeon-geum-man dwae-yo
Is it cash only?
Carry some won for small restaurants and stalls.
따로 계산돼요?
dda-ro gye-san-dwae-yo
Can we pay separately?
Split payment may not be accepted everywhere.
사진에 있는 이거 주세요.
sa-jin-eh it-neun ee-geo ju-se-yo
I would like this in the photo.
Pointing at photos helps when menus are Korean only.
덜 맵게 해 주세요.
deol maep-ge hae ju-se-yo
Please make it less spicy.
Ask before the food is cooked.
포장돼요?
po-jang-dwae-yo
Can I take it away?
Takeaway is common, but not for every dish.
금연석 있어요?
geum-yeon-seok it-seo-yo
Do you have non-smoking seats?
Smoking rules vary in older venues.
자리를 바꿔도 돼요?
ja-ri-reul ba-kwo-do dwae-yo
Can I change seats?
Ask staff before moving tables.
마지막 주문은 몇 시예요?
ma-ji-mak ju-mun-eun myeot shi-ye-yo
What time is last order?
Last order can be before closing time.
주문할게요.
ju-mun-hal-ge-yo
I would like to order.
Use this when staff have not returned.
하나 더 주세요.
ha-na deo ju-se-yo
One more, please.
Useful for small plates, drinks, or sides.
영수증 주세요.
yeong-su-jeung ju-se-yo
Please give me a receipt.
Ask at the counter after payment.
잘 먹었습니다.
jal meo-geo-sseum-ni-da
Thank you for the meal.
This polite phrase is appreciated after eating.
Markets & Local Food
두 명이에요.
du myeong-ee-eh-yo
Table for two.
Restaurants may ask party size before seating.
예약했어요.
ye-yak-haet-seo-yo
I have a reservation.
Give the exact booking name at arrival.
영어 메뉴 있어요?
yeong-eo men-yu it-seo-yo
Do you have an English menu?
English menus are common in tourist areas, not everywhere.
추천 메뉴가 뭐예요?
chu-cheon men-yu-ga mwo-ye-yo
What do you recommend?
Asking for recommendations works well in local restaurants.
이거 매워요?
ee-geo mae-wo-yo
Is this spicy?
Korean spicy levels can be intense for tourists.
고기 들어가요?
go-gi deu-reo-ga-yo
Does it contain meat?
Broths and sauces may contain meat.
해산물 들어가요?
hae-san-mul deu-reo-ga-yo
Does it contain seafood?
Seafood is common in soups and side dishes.
채식 메뉴 있어요?
chae-shik men-yu it-seo-yo
Do you have vegetarian dishes?
Vegetarian options may still include fish sauce or broth.
알레르기가 있어요.
al-le-reu-gi-ga it-seo-yo
I have an allergy.
Show allergy details in Korean for safety.
물 주세요.
mul ju-se-yo
Water, please.
Water is usually self-service or free in Korean restaurants.
계산해 주세요.
gye-san-hae ju-se-yo
The bill, please.
Paying at the counter is common.
카드 돼요?
ka-deu dwae-yo
Can I use a card?
Cards are common, but markets may prefer cash.
현금만 돼요?
hyeon-geum-man dwae-yo
Is it cash only?
Carry some won for small restaurants and stalls.
따로 계산돼요?
dda-ro gye-san-dwae-yo
Can we pay separately?
Split payment may not be accepted everywhere.
사진에 있는 이거 주세요.
sa-jin-eh it-neun ee-geo ju-se-yo
I would like this in the photo.
Pointing at photos helps when menus are Korean only.
덜 맵게 해 주세요.
deol maep-ge hae ju-se-yo
Please make it less spicy.
Ask before the food is cooked.
포장돼요?
po-jang-dwae-yo
Can I take it away?
Takeaway is common, but not for every dish.
금연석 있어요?
geum-yeon-seok it-seo-yo
Do you have non-smoking seats?
Smoking rules vary in older venues.
자리를 바꿔도 돼요?
ja-ri-reul ba-kwo-do dwae-yo
Can I change seats?
Ask staff before moving tables.
마지막 주문은 몇 시예요?
ma-ji-mak ju-mun-eun myeot shi-ye-yo
What time is last order?
Last order can be before closing time.
주문할게요.
ju-mun-hal-ge-yo
I would like to order.
Use this when staff have not returned.
하나 더 주세요.
ha-na deo ju-se-yo
One more, please.
Useful for small plates, drinks, or sides.
영수증 주세요.
yeong-su-jeung ju-se-yo
Please give me a receipt.
Ask at the counter after payment.
잘 먹었습니다.
jal meo-geo-sseum-ni-da
Thank you for the meal.
This polite phrase is appreciated after eating.
Old Town & History
두 명이에요.
du myeong-ee-eh-yo
Table for two.
Restaurants may ask party size before seating.
예약했어요.
ye-yak-haet-seo-yo
I have a reservation.
Give the exact booking name at arrival.
영어 메뉴 있어요?
yeong-eo men-yu it-seo-yo
Do you have an English menu?
English menus are common in tourist areas, not everywhere.
추천 메뉴가 뭐예요?
chu-cheon men-yu-ga mwo-ye-yo
What do you recommend?
Asking for recommendations works well in local restaurants.
이거 매워요?
ee-geo mae-wo-yo
Is this spicy?
Korean spicy levels can be intense for tourists.
고기 들어가요?
go-gi deu-reo-ga-yo
Does it contain meat?
Broths and sauces may contain meat.
해산물 들어가요?
hae-san-mul deu-reo-ga-yo
Does it contain seafood?
Seafood is common in soups and side dishes.
채식 메뉴 있어요?
chae-shik men-yu it-seo-yo
Do you have vegetarian dishes?
Vegetarian options may still include fish sauce or broth.
알레르기가 있어요.
al-le-reu-gi-ga it-seo-yo
I have an allergy.
Show allergy details in Korean for safety.
물 주세요.
mul ju-se-yo
Water, please.
Water is usually self-service or free in Korean restaurants.
계산해 주세요.
gye-san-hae ju-se-yo
The bill, please.
Paying at the counter is common.
카드 돼요?
ka-deu dwae-yo
Can I use a card?
Cards are common, but markets may prefer cash.
현금만 돼요?
hyeon-geum-man dwae-yo
Is it cash only?
Carry some won for small restaurants and stalls.
따로 계산돼요?
dda-ro gye-san-dwae-yo
Can we pay separately?
Split payment may not be accepted everywhere.
사진에 있는 이거 주세요.
sa-jin-eh it-neun ee-geo ju-se-yo
I would like this in the photo.
Pointing at photos helps when menus are Korean only.
덜 맵게 해 주세요.
deol maep-ge hae ju-se-yo
Please make it less spicy.
Ask before the food is cooked.
포장돼요?
po-jang-dwae-yo
Can I take it away?
Takeaway is common, but not for every dish.
금연석 있어요?
geum-yeon-seok it-seo-yo
Do you have non-smoking seats?
Smoking rules vary in older venues.
자리를 바꿔도 돼요?
ja-ri-reul ba-kwo-do dwae-yo
Can I change seats?
Ask staff before moving tables.
마지막 주문은 몇 시예요?
ma-ji-mak ju-mun-eun myeot shi-ye-yo
What time is last order?
Last order can be before closing time.
주문할게요.
ju-mun-hal-ge-yo
I would like to order.
Use this when staff have not returned.
하나 더 주세요.
ha-na deo ju-se-yo
One more, please.
Useful for small plates, drinks, or sides.
영수증 주세요.
yeong-su-jeung ju-se-yo
Please give me a receipt.
Ask at the counter after payment.
잘 먹었습니다.
jal meo-geo-sseum-ni-da
Thank you for the meal.
This polite phrase is appreciated after eating.
Museums & Landmarks
두 명이에요.
du myeong-ee-eh-yo
Table for two.
Restaurants may ask party size before seating.
예약했어요.
ye-yak-haet-seo-yo
I have a reservation.
Give the exact booking name at arrival.
영어 메뉴 있어요?
yeong-eo men-yu it-seo-yo
Do you have an English menu?
English menus are common in tourist areas, not everywhere.
추천 메뉴가 뭐예요?
chu-cheon men-yu-ga mwo-ye-yo
What do you recommend?
Asking for recommendations works well in local restaurants.
이거 매워요?
ee-geo mae-wo-yo
Is this spicy?
Korean spicy levels can be intense for tourists.
고기 들어가요?
go-gi deu-reo-ga-yo
Does it contain meat?
Broths and sauces may contain meat.
해산물 들어가요?
hae-san-mul deu-reo-ga-yo
Does it contain seafood?
Seafood is common in soups and side dishes.
채식 메뉴 있어요?
chae-shik men-yu it-seo-yo
Do you have vegetarian dishes?
Vegetarian options may still include fish sauce or broth.
알레르기가 있어요.
al-le-reu-gi-ga it-seo-yo
I have an allergy.
Show allergy details in Korean for safety.
물 주세요.
mul ju-se-yo
Water, please.
Water is usually self-service or free in Korean restaurants.
계산해 주세요.
gye-san-hae ju-se-yo
The bill, please.
Paying at the counter is common.
카드 돼요?
ka-deu dwae-yo
Can I use a card?
Cards are common, but markets may prefer cash.
현금만 돼요?
hyeon-geum-man dwae-yo
Is it cash only?
Carry some won for small restaurants and stalls.
따로 계산돼요?
dda-ro gye-san-dwae-yo
Can we pay separately?
Split payment may not be accepted everywhere.
사진에 있는 이거 주세요.
sa-jin-eh it-neun ee-geo ju-se-yo
I would like this in the photo.
Pointing at photos helps when menus are Korean only.
덜 맵게 해 주세요.
deol maep-ge hae ju-se-yo
Please make it less spicy.
Ask before the food is cooked.
포장돼요?
po-jang-dwae-yo
Can I take it away?
Takeaway is common, but not for every dish.
금연석 있어요?
geum-yeon-seok it-seo-yo
Do you have non-smoking seats?
Smoking rules vary in older venues.
자리를 바꿔도 돼요?
ja-ri-reul ba-kwo-do dwae-yo
Can I change seats?
Ask staff before moving tables.
마지막 주문은 몇 시예요?
ma-ji-mak ju-mun-eun myeot shi-ye-yo
What time is last order?
Last order can be before closing time.
주문할게요.
ju-mun-hal-ge-yo
I would like to order.
Use this when staff have not returned.
하나 더 주세요.
ha-na deo ju-se-yo
One more, please.
Useful for small plates, drinks, or sides.
영수증 주세요.
yeong-su-jeung ju-se-yo
Please give me a receipt.
Ask at the counter after payment.
잘 먹었습니다.
jal meo-geo-sseum-ni-da
Thank you for the meal.
This polite phrase is appreciated after eating.
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