직원에게 이 카드를 보여주세요 · KOREAN 2-WAY CONVERSATION SHOW-CARD
저는 심각한 땅콩 및 견과류(잣·호두·아몬드·캐슈넛) 알레르기가 있습니다. 미량이나 조리 기구 교차 오염도 위험하니 이 재료가 들어가지 않은 음식을 부탁드립니다.
Jeoneun simgakhan ttangkong mit gyeongwaryu (jat, hodu, amondeu, kaesyuneot) allereugiga itseumnida. Miryang-ina jori gigu gyocha oyeomdo wiheomhani i jaeryoga deureogaji aneun eumsigeul butakdeurimnida.
Severe Peanut & Tree Nut Allergy (Peanuts, Pine Nuts, Walnuts)
💬 Likely Korean Staff Reply (직원이 자주 하는 답변):
"네, 땅콩과 잣을 완전히 빼고 조리해 드릴게요."
Ne, ttangkong-gwa jaseul wanjeonhi ppaego jorihae deurilgeyo.
→ "Yes, we will cook it completely without peanuts or pine nuts."
Critical in Korea: pine nuts (잣, jat) are often garnished on samgyetang, porridge (juk), galbijjim, and traditional teas, and crushed peanuts are added to cold noodles (makguksu/milmyeon) and dakgangjeong.
🤝 직원 응답 버튼 (Staff: Tap a button below to reply to the traveler)
Show your phone to the server, driver, or clerk—when they tap a Korean button below, the English translation lights up instantly:
Quick-Switch Korean Allergy & Dietary Show-Cards:
🛠️ Custom Conversation & Multi-Allergy Show-Card Builder (Combine Party Size + Multiple Allergies + Spice + Custom Address)
Traveling with multiple restrictions or want one combined Korean card to show at the restaurant door or in a taxi? Select your options below and click Generate Combined Show-Card:
Check all allergies or restrictions to combine into one Korean sentence:
🎧 Decode What Korean Cashiers & Servers Ask You + Instant Tap Replies
1. "드시고 가세요, 포장하세요?" (Deusigo gaseyo, pojanghaseyo?)
Meaning: "Are you eating/drinking here, or taking it to go?"
Reply For Here: 먹고 갈게요 (Meokgo galgeyo) ·
Reply To Go: 포장해 주세요 / 가져갈게요 (Pojanghae juseyo) ·
2. "봉투 필요하세요?" (Bongtu piryohaseyo?)
Meaning: "Do you need a shopping bag?" (₩100–₩200 by law)
Reply Yes: 네, 봉투 하나 주세요 (Ne, bongtu hana juseyo) ·
Reply No: 아니요, 괜찮아요 (Aniyo, gwaenchanayo) ·
3. "영수증 드릴까요?" (Yeongsujeung deurilkkayo?)
Meaning: "Would you like your receipt?" (Say YES in cafés—the Wi-Fi & restroom keypad code is on it!)
Reply Yes: 네, 영수증 주세요 (Ne, yeongsujeung juseyo) ·
Reply Throw Away: 영수증은 버려 주세요 (Yeongsujeungeun beoryeo juseyo) ·
4. "포인트 적립이나 제휴 할인 있으세요?" (Pointeu jeongnibina halin isseuseyo?)
Meaning: "Do you have a Korean phone number for membership points?"
Reply No + Tax Free: 없어요. 택스 리펀드(면세) 되나요? (Eopseoyo. Taekseu ripeondeu doenayo?) ·
🔢 Quick Korean Number, BBQ Serving (인분) & People (명) Audio Helper
Korean uses Native Korean numbers for people (명 myeong) and items (개 gae), but Sino-Korean numbers for BBQ servings (인분 inbun) and Won prices (원 won). Tap any chip to hear native pronunciation:
Showing all 133 Korean conversation show-cards (with staff replies & 2-way point-and-reply board).
🚨 ALLERGY SHOW-CARD · Allergy & Dietary
Severe Peanut & Tree Nut Allergy (Peanuts, Pine Nuts, Walnuts)
저는 심각한 땅콩 및 견과류(잣·호두·아몬드·캐슈넛) 알레르기가 있습니다. 미량이나 조리 기구 교차 오염도 위험하니 이 재료가 들어가지 않은 음식을 부탁드립니다.
Jeoneun simgakhan ttangkong mit gyeongwaryu (jat, hodu, amondeu, kaesyuneot) allereugiga itseumnida. Miryang-ina jori gigu gyocha oyeomdo wiheomhani i jaeryoga deureogaji aneun eumsigeul butakdeurimnida.
"네, 땅콩과 잣을 완전히 빼고 조리해 드릴게요." (Ne, ttangkong-gwa jaseul wanjeonhi ppaego jorihae deurilgeyo.)
→ "Yes, we will cook it completely without peanuts or pine nuts."
Critical in Korea: pine nuts (잣, jat) are often garnished on samgyetang, porridge (juk), galbijjim, and traditional teas, and crushed peanuts are added to cold noodles (makguksu/milmyeon) and dakgangjeong.
🚨 ALLERGY SHOW-CARD · Allergy & Dietary
Shellfish & Crustacean Allergy (Shrimp, Crab & Saeujeot in Kimchi)
저는 갑각류(새우·게·바닷가재)와 어패류(조개·굴·홍합) 알레르기가 있습니다. 김치나 찌개에 들어가는 새우젓·액젓·해물육수도 먹을 수 없습니다.
Jeoneun gapgangnyu (saeu, ge, badatgajae)wa eopaeryu (jogae, gul, honghap) allereugiga itseumnida. Gimchina jjigaee deureoganeun saeujeot, aekjeot, haemul yugsudo meogeul su eopseumnida.
"김치와 찌개 육수에 새우젓이 들어가니 이 메뉴로 드시는 게 안전합니다." (Gimchiwa jjigae yuksue saeujeosi deureogani i menyuro deusineun ge anjeonhamnida.)
→ "Our kimchi and stew broth contain salted shrimp, so this other menu item is safer for you."
Essential in Korea: standard restaurant kimchi, bossam, and stews (jjigae) almost always contain saeujeot (salted fermented shrimp) or anchovy/shellfish stock.
🚨 ALLERGY SHOW-CARD · Allergy & Dietary
Celiac Disease / Strictly Gluten-Free (Wheat, Barley, Soy Sauce & Gochujang)
저는 셀리악병(중증 글루텐·밀가루 알레르기)이 있습니다. 밀가루·보리·호밀뿐만 아니라 밀이 함유된 일반 간장·고추장·된장·보리차도 섭취할 수 없습니다. 소금구이나 쌀 요리만 가능합니다.
Jeoneun selliakbyeong (jungjeung geulluten / milgaru allereugi)i itseumnida. Milgaru, bori, homil ppunman anira miri hamyudoen ilban ganjang, gochujang, doenjang, borichado seopchwihal su eopseumnida. Sogeum-guina ssal yoriman ganeunghamnida.
"양념 없는 소금구이 고기와 공기밥은 밀가루가 전혀 안 들어갑니다." (Yangnyeom eomneun sogeum-gui gogiwa gonggibabeun milgaruga jeonhyeo an deureogamnida.)
→ "Unmarinated salt-grilled meat and plain steamed rice have zero wheat/gluten."
Factory-brewed Korean soy sauce (ganjang), gochujang, and doenjang usually contain wheat, and free restaurant water is sometimes roasted barley tea (boricha).
🌱 DIETARY SHOW-CARD · Allergy & Dietary
Strictly Vegetarian (No Meat, Poultry, Fish, Anchovy Broth, or Kimchi Shrimp)
저는 채식주의자입니다. 고기·닭고기·생선·해산물뿐만 아니라 멸치육수·사골육수·새우젓이 들어간 김치도 먹지 못합니다. 채소·버섯·두부 요리만 부탁드립니다.
Jeoneun chaesikjuuijaimnida. Gogi, dakgogi, saengseon, haesanmul ppunman anira myeolchi yuksu, sagol yuksu, saeujeosi deureogan gimchido meokji mothamnida. Chaeso, beoseot, dubu yoriman butakdeurimnida.
"고기와 멸치육수를 빼고 채소와 두부로만 준비해 드릴게요." (Gogiwa myeolchi yuksureul ppaego chaesowa duburoman junbihae deurilgeyo.)
→ "We will prepare it with only vegetables and tofu, without meat or anchovy broth."
Explicitly rules out hidden anchovy/kelp broth (myeolchi yuksu), beef bone stock (sagol), and shrimp-fermented kimchi.
🌿 DIETARY SHOW-CARD · Allergy & Dietary
Strictly Vegan (No Meat, Fish Broth, Saeujeot, Eggs, Dairy, or Honey)
저는 비건(엄격한 채식주의자)입니다. 고기·생선·멸치육수·새우젓(김치)·계란·유제품(우유·버터·치즈)·꿀 등 모든 동물성 재료를 먹을 수 없습니다.
Jeoneun bigeon (eomgyeokhan chaesikjuuija)imnida. Gogi, saengseon, myeolchi yuksu, saeujeot (gimchi), gyeran, yujepum (uyu, beoteo, chijeu), kkul deung modeun dongmulseong jaeryoreul meogeul su eopseumnida.
"비빔밥에서 고기와 계란을 빼고 참기름과 채소로만 드릴까요?" (Bibimbabeseo gogiwa gyeraneul ppaego chamgireumgwa chaesoroman deurilkkayo?)
→ "Shall we serve the bibimbap without meat and egg, using only vegetables and sesame oil?"
Full vegan show-card covering meat, seafood/anchovy stock, salted shrimp in kimchi, egg garnish (jidan), dairy, and honey.
🕌 DIETARY SHOW-CARD · Allergy & Dietary
Halal / No Pork, Ham, Lard, Pork Broth, or Cooking Alcohol
종교적 이유(할랄)로 돼지고기·베이컨·햄(김밥·볶음밥)·돼지사골육수·라드 및 알코올(미림·청주·소주)이 들어간 음식은 먹을 수 없습니다.
Jonggyojeok iyu (hallal)ro dwaejigogi, beikeon, haem (gimbap, bokkeumbap), dwaeji sagol yuksu, radeu mit alkool (mirim, cheongju, soju)i deureogan eumsigeun meogeul su eopseumnida.
"이 메뉴는 돼지고기가 전혀 안 들어가고 소고기(닭고기/해산물)만 사용합니다." (I menyuneun dwaejigogiga jeonhyeo an deureogago sogogi (dakgogi/haesanmul)man sayonghamnida.)
→ "This menu item contains no pork at all and uses only beef (chicken/seafood)."
Specifically calls out diced ham in gimbap/fried rice, pork bone broth, lard, and mirim/cheongju cooking wine.
🚨 ALLERGY SHOW-CARD · Allergy & Dietary
Dairy & Milk Allergy (Milk, Butter, Cheese, Cream)
저는 유제품(우유·버터·치즈·생크림·연유·분유) 알레르기가 있습니다. 유제품이 전혀 들어가지 않은 메뉴를 추천해 주세요.
Jeoneun yujepum (uyu, beoteo, chijeu, saengkeurim, yeonyu, bunyu) allereugiga itseumnida. Yujepumi jeonhyeo deureogaji aneun menyureul chucheonhae juseyo.
"네, 치즈와 버터가 들어가지 않는 기본 메뉴로 준비해 드릴게요." (Ne, chijeuwa beoteoga deureogaji anneun gibon menyuro junbihae deurilgeyo.)
→ "Yes, we will prepare the regular version without cheese or butter."
Modern Korean street food, corn dogs, rose tteokbokki, dakgalbi, and bakery items frequently add mozzarella, butter, or condensed milk.
🚨 ALLERGY SHOW-CARD · Allergy & Dietary
Egg Allergy (Eggs, Quail Eggs, Egg Garnish & Batter)
저는 계란(달걀·메추리알·난백) 알레르기가 있습니다. 비빔밥·김밥·냉면 위의 계란 지단과 계란 반죽(전·튀김)·마요네즈도 빼 주세요.
Jeoneun gyeran (dalgyal, mechurial, nanbaek) allereugiga itseumnida. Bibimbap, gimbap, naengmyeon wiu gyeran jidangwa gyeran banjuk (jeon, twigim), mayonejeudo ppae juseyo.
"네, 위에 올라가는 계란 지단과 계란을 빼고 드리겠습니다." (Ne, wie ollaganeun gyeran jidangwa gyeraneul ppaego deurigetseumnida.)
→ "Yes, we will serve it without the egg garnish or egg on top."
Covers sliced egg garnish (jidan) on bibimbap/naengmyeon/gimbap, braised quail eggs (mechurial) in banchan, jeon pancake batter, and mayonnaise.
🚨 ALLERGY SHOW-CARD · Allergy & Dietary
Sesame Allergy (Sesame Oil & Toasted Sesame Seeds — 참기름·참깨)
저는 참깨와 참기름(깨소금) 알레르기가 있습니다. 조리할 때 참기름을 넣지 마시고, 마지막에 뿌리는 통깨도 반드시 빼 주세요.
Jeoneun chamkkaewa chamgireum (kkaesogeum) allereugiga itseumnida. Jorihal ttae chamgireumeul neochi masigo, majimage ppurineun tongkkaedo bandeusi ppae juseyo.
"네, 참기름과 통깨를 넣지 않고 조리해 드리겠습니다." (Ne, chamgireumgwa tongkkaereul neochi anko jorihae deurigetseumnida.)
→ "Yes, we will prepare it without adding sesame oil or sesame seeds."
Very important in Korea: almost all namul (vegetable side dishes), bibimbap, gimbap, and Korean BBQ dipping sauces use sesame oil (참기름) and toasted sesame seeds (통깨).
🚨 ALLERGY SHOW-CARD · Allergy & Dietary
Soy Allergy (Soybeans, Tofu, Soy Sauce, Doenjang, Gochujang)
저는 대두(콩·두부·간장·된장·고추장·콩기름) 알레르기가 있습니다. 장류나 간장 양념이 없는 소금구이나 맑은 소금 간 요리만 먹을 수 있습니다.
Jeoneun daedu (kong, dubu, ganjang, doenjang, gochujang, konggireum) allereugiga itseumnida. Jangnyuna ganjang yangnyeomi eomneun sogeum-guina malgeun sogeum gan yoriman meogeul su itseumnida.
"간장·된장 양념이 없는 소금구이나 설렁탕(소금 간)은 드실 수 있습니다." (Ganjang/doenjang yangnyeomi eomneun sogeum-guina seolleongtang (sogeum gan)eun deusil su itseumnida.)
→ "You can safely eat unmarinated salt-grilled meat or seolleongtang beef soup seasoned only with salt."
Soybeans (대두) are the base of ganjang (soy sauce), doenjang (soybean paste), gochujang, and dubu (tofu).
🚨 ALLERGY SHOW-CARD · Allergy & Dietary
Buckwheat Allergy (Naengmyeon, Makguksu, Memil-jeon & Same Boiling Water)
저는 심각한 메밀(메밀가루·냉면·막국수·메밀차) 알레르기가 있습니다. 메밀면을 삶은 같은 면수(물)로 조리한 음식도 위험하니 확인 부탁드립니다.
Jeoneun simgakhan memil (memilgaru, naengmyeon, makguksu, memilcha) allereugiga itseumnida. Memilmyeoneul salmeun gateun myeonsu (mul)ro jorihan eumsikdo wiheomhani hwagin butakdeurimnida.
"저희는 메밀을 사용하지 않습니다 / 메밀과 같은 육수·면수를 사용해서 위험할 수 있습니다." (Jeohuineun memireul sayonghaji anseumnida / Memilgwa gateun yuksu/myeonsureul sayonghaeseo wiheomhal su itseumnida.)
→ "We do not use buckwheat here / We share the same noodle water with buckwheat so it may be risky."
Buckwheat (메밀) is a top regulated allergen in Korea, used in Pyeongyang naengmyeon, Chuncheon makguksu, Gyeongju milmyeon, and memil-buchimgae.
🚨 ALLERGY SHOW-CARD · Allergy & Dietary
No Raw Seafood / Fully Cooked Only (No Hoe, Raw Crab Gejang, or Raw Beef Yukhoe)
저는 날생선(회)·생굴·간장게장·육회 등 익히지 않은 날음식을 먹지 못합니다. 완전히 가열해서 익힌 요리만 부탁드립니다.
Jeoneun nalsaengseon (hoe), saenggul, ganjang-gejang, yukhoe deung ikhiji aneun nareumsigeul meokji mothamnida. Wanjeonhi gayeolhaeseo ikhin yoriman butakdeurimnida.
"네, 날음식이 아닌 완전히 익힌 구이·탕 메뉴로 준비해 드릴게요." (Ne, nareumsigi anin wanjeonhi ikhin gui/tang menyuro junbihae deurilgeyo.)
→ "Yes, we will prepare fully cooked grilled or hot soup dishes instead of raw dishes."
Helpful for pregnant travelers, immunocompromised guests, or anyone avoiding raw fish (회), raw marinated crab (게장), raw oysters (생굴), and raw beef (육회).
Seating · Dining & Korean BBQ
Table for two, please (1 / 2 / 3 / 4 people)
두 명이에요. 자리 있나요? (한 명 / 세 명 / 네 명이에요)
Du myeong-ieyo. Jari innayo? (1 = Han myeong / 3 = Se myeong / 4 = Ne myeong)
"네, 이쪽 테이블로 앉으세요!" (Ne, ijjok teibeullo anjeuseyo!)
→ "Yes, please take a seat at this table over here!"
Hold up fingers while saying: 1 = 한 명 (Han myeong), 2 = 두 명 (Du myeong), 3 = 세 명 (Se myeong), 4 = 네 명 (Ne myeong).
Ordering · Dining & Korean BBQ
Excuse me! We are ready to order
저기요! 여기 주문할게요.
Jeogiyo! Yeogi jumunhalgeyo.
"네, 주문 도와드릴게요. 뭐 드릴까요?" (Ne, jumun dowadeurilgeyo. Mwo deurilkkayo?)
→ "Yes, I'll take your order. What can I get for you?"
Check the corner of the table first for a small round call button (호출벨)—pressing it once is the standard way to call staff.
Ordering · Dining & Korean BBQ
Do you have an English menu or photo menu?
영어 메뉴판이나 사진 있는 메뉴판 있나요?
Yeongeo menyupan-ina sajin inneun menyupan innayo?
"네, 영어 메뉴판 여기 있습니다. (테이블 태블릿에서 영어로 바꿀 수 있어요)" (Ne, yeongeo menyupan yeogi itseumnida.)
→ "Yes, here is the English menu. (Or you can switch the table tablet to English.)"
Most table-order tablets (T-Order) have an English/Japanese/Chinese globe icon in the bottom corner.
Korean BBQ · Dining & Korean BBQ
Two servings of Samgyeopsal (pork belly) and one Moksal (pork neck), please
삼겹살 이 인분하고 목살 일 인분 주세요.
Samgyeopsal i inbun-hago moksal il inbun juseyo.
"네, 삼겹살 2인분, 목살 1인분 금방 준비해 드릴게요. 식사나 찌개는 나중에 하시겠어요?" (Ne, samgyeopsal i-inbun, moksal il-inbun geumbang junbihae deurilgeyo. Siksana jjigaeneun najung-e hasigesseoyo?)
→ "Got it, 2 pork belly and 1 pork neck. Would you like rice or stew later?"
Food portions use Sino-Korean numbers + 인분 (inbun): 1 serving = 일 인분 (il inbun), 2 servings = 이 인분 (i inbun), 3 servings = 삼 인분 (sam inbun).
Korean BBQ · Dining & Korean BBQ
Could you change the grill plate, please? (When it gets charred)
불판 좀 갈아 주세요.
Bulpan jom gara juseyo.
"네, 새 불판으로 바로 갈아 드릴게요." (Ne, sae bulpaneuro baro gara deurilgeyo.)
→ "Yes, I will swap it for a clean grill plate right away."
Changing charred grill grates (불판) between marinated and unmarinated meats is completely free in Korean BBQ restaurants.
Korean BBQ · Dining & Korean BBQ
Do the staff grill the meat here, or do we grill it ourselves?
고기는 직접 구워 주시나요, 아니면 저희가 구워 먹나요?
Gogineun jikjeop guwo jusinayo, animyeon jeohuiga guwo meongnayo?
"저희 직원이 다 구워 드립니다. 익으면 말씀드릴게요!" (Jeohui jigwoni da guwo deurimnida. Igeumyeon malsseumdeurilgeyo!)
→ "Our staff will grill it all for you. We'll let you know when it's ready to eat!"
Many modern pork belly and Hanwoo beef spots grill and cut the meat for you at the table.
Korean BBQ · Dining & Korean BBQ
More lettuce wraps (ssam), garlic, and ssamjang paste, please
상추(쌈채소)랑 마늘, 쌈장 리필 좀 해 주세요.
Sangchu (ssam-chaeso)rang maneul, ssamjang ripil jom hae juseyo.
"네, 더 가져다드릴게요. (추가 반찬은 셀프바에 있어요)" (Ne, deo gajyeodadeurilgeyo. (Chuga banchaneun selpeubae isseoyo))
→ "Yes, I'll bring more. (Or extra wraps and side dishes are at the self-serve bar.)"
Lettuce (상추, sangchu), perilla leaves (깻잎, kkaennip), raw garlic (마늘, maneul), and ssamjang are refilled free.
Refills · Dining & Korean BBQ
Could we have a refill of these side dishes (banchan), please?
이 반찬 리필 좀 부탁드려요.
I banchan ripil jom butakdeuryeoyo.
"네, 바로 더 가져다드릴게요." (Ne, baro deo gajyeodadeurilgeyo.)
→ "Yes, I will bring you more right away."
Point to the small plate you'd like refilled—banchan refills are complimentary across South Korea.
Dining · Dining & Korean BBQ
Where is the water dispenser, tissues, and spoons/chopsticks?
물(정수기)이랑 수저·냅킨은 어디에 있나요?
Mul (jeongsugi)irang sujeo, naepkineun eodie innayo?
"수저와 냅킨은 테이블 옆 서랍에 있고, 물은 정수기에서 셀프입니다." (Sujeowa naepkineun teibeul yeop seorabe itgo, mureun jeongsugieseo selpeuimnida.)
→ "Spoons, chopsticks, and napkins are in the pull-out drawer under the side of your table, and water is self-serve at the purifier."
Insider tip: in 80% of Korean restaurants, utensils and napkins are hidden in a flat metal drawer built into the side edge of the table!
Dining · Dining & Korean BBQ
One bowl of steamed rice and Doenjang-jjigae (soybean stew), please
공기밥 하나랑 된장찌개 하나 추가해 주세요.
Gonggibap hanarang doenjang-jjigae hana chugahae juseyo.
"네, 공기밥 하나, 된장찌개 하나 바로 넣어 드릴게요." (Ne, gonggibap hana, doenjang-jjigae hana baro neoeo deurilgeyo.)
→ "Yes, I'll put in one steamed rice and one soybean paste stew right away."
In KBBQ, rice (공기밥, gonggibap, usually ₩1,000–₩2,000) is ordered separately from the meat.
Dining · Dining & Korean BBQ
Cold noodles (Mul-naengmyeon) and fried rice (Bokkeumbap) to finish, please
후식 물냉면 하나랑 볶음밥 하나 주세요.
Husik mul-naengmyeon hanarang bokkeumbap hana juseyo.
"네, 볶음밥은 지금 철판에 볶아 드릴게요." (Ne, bokkeumbabeun jigeum cheolpane bokka deurilgeyo.)
→ "Yes, we'll stir-fry the rice right on your table pan now."
Koreans finish KBBQ, dakgalbi, or tteokbokki with 'husik' (후식, post-meal) cold noodles or pan-fried rice with seaweed and sesame oil.
Drinks · Dining & Korean BBQ
One bottle of Soju and one bottle of Korean beer, please
소주 한 병이랑 맥주 한 병 주세요.
Soju han byeong-irang maekju han byeong juseyo.
"네, 소주는 참이슬·처음처럼·새로 중에 어떤 걸로 드릴까요?" (Ne, sojuneun Chamiseul, Cheoeumcheoreom, Saero jung-e eotteon geollo deurilkkayo?)
→ "Sure! For soju, would you like Chamisul, Chum Churum, or Saero (zero-sugar)?"
Bottles use Native Korean numbers + 병 (byeong): 한 병 (1 bottle), 두 병 (2 bottles), 세 병 (3 bottles).
Dining · Dining & Korean BBQ
Could we get a clean wet towel / apron, please?
물티슈랑 앞치마 좀 주실 수 있나요?
Multisyurang apchima jom jusil su innayo?
"네, 일회용 앞치마랑 물티슈 여기 있습니다." (Ne, ilhoeyong apchimarang multisyu yeogi itseumnida.)
→ "Yes, here are disposable aprons and wet wipes."
Asking for a disposable apron (앞치마, apchima) is standard whenever eating KBBQ, spicy stews, or noodles so red broth doesn't splash on your shirt.
Takeout · Dining & Korean BBQ
Can we pack the leftovers to take home?
남은 음식 포장해 갈 수 있나요?
Nameun eumsik pojanghae gal su innayo?
"네, 포장 용기에 담아 드릴게요. (반찬은 포장이 안 됩니다)" (Ne, pojang yonggie dama deurilgeyo.)
→ "Yes, we will pack it in a takeout container for you. (Free side dishes aren't packed.)"
Fried chicken, jokbal, mandu, and main dishes can almost always be packed (포장, pojang); raw seafood and free banchan cannot.
Payment · Dining & Korean BBQ
We'd like to pay at the counter — can we split the bill on two cards?
계산할게요. 카드 두 장으로 나눠서 결제할 수 있나요?
Gyesanhalgeyo. Kadeu du jang-euro nanwoseo gyeoljehal su innayo?
"네, 얼마씩 나눠서 결제해 드릴까요? 카드를 단말기에 꽂아 주세요." (Ne, eolmassik nanwoseo gyeoljehae deurilkkayo? Kadeureul danmalgie kkoja juseyo.)
→ "Sure, how much should I charge to each card? Please insert your card into the terminal."
Korean POS terminals handle split payments (더치페이 / 분할 결제) effortlessly—either equally or by exact item.
Payment · Dining & Korean BBQ
Thank you for the delicious meal!
잘 먹었습니다! 정말 맛있었어요.
Jal meogeotseumnida! Jeongmal masisseosseoyo.
"감사합니다, 안녕히 가세요! 좋은 하루 보내세요!" (Gamsahamnida, annyeonghi gaseyo! Joeun haru bonaeseyo!)
→ "Thank you very much, goodbye and have a great day!"
Saying 'Jal meogeotseumnida' as you walk out always brings a big smile from Korean restaurant owners.
Honbap (Solo) · Solo Dining & Spice
I am one person — is solo dining okay here?
혼자 왔는데 1인 식사 가능한가요?
Honja wanneunde il-in siksa ganeunghangayo?
"네, 혼자 식사 가능하세요! 편한 자리에 앉으세요." (Ne, honja siksa ganeunghaseyo! Pyeonhan jarie anjeuseyo.)
→ "Yes, solo dining is welcome! Please sit wherever you like."
In Korean, solo dining is called 혼밥 (Honbap). Soup spots (gukbap, 설렁탕, 순두부), kimbap shops, and noodle joints always welcome solo diners.
Honbap (Solo) · Solo Dining & Spice
I am alone, but I am happy to order and pay for 2 servings (at BBQ/Dakgalbi)
혼자 왔지만 2인분 시켜서 먹을게요. 자리 있나요?
Honja watjiman i-inbun sikyeoseo meogeulgeyo. Jari innayo?
"네! 2인분 주문하시면 혼자 드셔도 됩니다. 들어오세요!" (Ne! I-inbun jumunhasimyeon honja deusyeodo doemnida. Deureooseyo!)
→ "Yes! If you order 2 servings, you are very welcome to dine solo. Come on in!"
Unlock any 2-serving-minimum Korean BBQ, dakgalbi, or budae-jjigae spot as a solo traveler with this exact card.
Spice Level · Solo Dining & Spice
Is this dish very spicy?
이 메뉴 많이 매운가요?
I menyu mani maeungayo?
"신라면 정도 맵기예요 / 조금 매콤해요 / 전혀 안 매워요." (Sillamyeon jeongdo maepgiyeyo / Jogeum maekomhaeyo / Jeonhyeo an maewoyo.)
→ "It's about as spicy as Shin Ramyun / Slightly spicy / Not spicy at all."
Koreans often measure spice against Shin Ramyun (신라면 맵기). Watch out for 'Ма라' (Mala) or '불닭' (Buldak), which are much hotter.
Spice Level · Solo Dining & Spice
Please make it NOT spicy at all (Mild / Zero chili)
매운 걸 전혀 못 먹어요. 안 맵게(순한 맛으로) 해 주세요.
Maeun geol jeonhyeo mot meogeoyo. An maepge (sunhan maseuro) hae juseyo.
"네, 고추와 매운 양념을 빼고 순한 맛으로 해 드릴게요." (Ne, gochuwa maeun yangnyeomeul ppaego sunhan maseuro hae deurilgeyo.)
→ "Yes, we will leave out the chili peppers and spicy paste and make it mild."
순한 맛 (Sunhan-mat) = mild flavor; 보통 맛 (Botong-mat) = medium; 매운 맛 (Maeun-mat) = spicy.
Spice Level · Solo Dining & Spice
Could you put the spicy red sauce on the side?
매운 양념장(다대기/고추장)은 따로 주실 수 있나요?
Maeun yangnyeomjang (dadaegi / gochujang)eun ttaro jusil su innayo?
"네, 양념장은 작은 그릇에 따로 드릴게요." (Ne, yangnyeomjangeun jageun geureuse ttaro deurilgeyo.)
→ "Yes, we will serve the spicy paste on the side in a small bowl."
Great for bibimbap, naengmyeon, dwaeji-gukbap, and kalguksu so you can control the exact amount of heat yourself.
Ingredients · Solo Dining & Spice
No cilantro / coriander, please
고수(향채)는 빼 주세요.
Gosu (hyangchae)neun ppae juseyo.
"네, 고수 빼고 드릴게요." (Ne, gosu ppaego deurilgeyo.)
→ "Yes, we will leave out the cilantro."
Cilantro in Korean is 고수 (gosu).
Ingredients · Solo Dining & Spice
No raw onions or green onions, please
생양파랑 파는 빼 주세요.
Saeng-yangparang paneun ppae juseyo.
"네, 양파와 파를 빼고 조리해 드릴게요." (Ne, yangpawa pareul ppaego jorihae deurilgeyo.)
→ "Yes, we will prepare it without onions or green onions."
Useful for travelers sensitive to raw alliums.
Takeout · Solo Dining & Spice
I'd like to order this for takeout (To Go)
이거 포장(테이크아웃)으로 주문할게요.
Igeo pojang (teikeuaut)euro jumunhalgeyo.
"네, 포장해 드릴게요. 10분 정도 걸립니다." (Ne, pojanghae deurilgeyo. Sip-bun jeongdo geollimnida.)
→ "Yes, we'll pack it to go. It will take about 10 minutes."
On Korean self-order kiosks, tap 포장 (Pojang = Takeout) instead of 매장 식사 (Maejang Siksa = Dine-in).
Coffee · Cafes, Bakeries & Bars
One Iced Americano ('Ah-Ah') and one Hot Café Latte, please
아이스 아메리카노 한 잔이랑 따뜻한 카페라떼 한 잔 주세요.
Aiseu Amerikano han jan-irang ttatteuthan Kaperatte han jan juseyo.
"네, 매장에서 드시고 가시나요, 테이크아웃 하시나요?" (Ne, maejang-eseo deusigo gasinayo, teikeuaut hasinayo?)
→ "Sure! Will you be having it here in the café, or taking it to go?"
Koreans affectionately call Iced Americano '아아' (Ah-Ah) and drink it year-round—even in freezing January ('얼죽아').
Coffee · Cafes, Bakeries & Bars
We are drinking here in the café (For here / In a mug)
매장에서 먹고 갈게요.
Maejang-eseo meokgo galgeyo.
"네, 머그잔에 준비해 드릴게요. 진동벨 울리면 픽업해 주세요." (Ne, meogeujane junbihae deurilgeyo. Jindongbel ullimyeon pigeophae juseyo.)
→ "Okay, we'll serve it in a reusable mug/glass. Please pick it up when the vibrating coaster buzzes."
By South Korean environmental law, you cannot sit inside a café with a disposable plastic/paper takeout cup—choose 매장 (for here) if you want to sit!
Coffee · Cafes, Bakeries & Bars
Takeout (To go), please
테이크아웃(포장)해서 가져갈게요.
Teikeuaut (pojang)haeseo gajyeogalgeyo.
"네, 일회용 컵에 담아 드릴게요." (Ne, ilhoeyong keobe dama deurilgeyo.)
→ "Yes, I will put it in a to-go cup for you."
Takeout cups are for leaving the café immediately.
Coffee · Cafes, Bakeries & Bars
Can I change the milk to oat milk or soy milk, and make it decaf?
우유를 오트밀크(귀리우유)나 두유로 바꾸고, 디카페인으로 해 주세요.
Uyureul oteumilkeu (gwiri-uyu)na duyuro bakkugo, dikapein-euro hae juseyo.
"네, 디카페인 오트밀크 변경 가능하세요." (Ne, dikapein oteumilkeu byeongyeong ganeunghaseyo.)
→ "Yes, we can switch it to decaf with oat milk."
Oat milk (오트밀크) and soy milk (두유) are available at Starbucks, Twosome Place, Blue Bottle, Mega Coffee, and most Seongsu/Hongdae cafés.
Coffee · Cafes, Bakeries & Bars
Less ice and half sweet (less syrup), please
얼음은 적게 넣어 주시고, 시럽은 반만(덜 달게) 넣어 주세요.
Eoreumeun jeokge neoeo jusigo, sireobeun banman (deol dalge) neoeo juseyo.
"네, 얼음 적게, 덜 달게 만들어 드릴게요." (Ne, eoreum jeokge, deol dalge mandeureo deurilgeyo.)
→ "Got it, less ice and less sweet."
Korean fruit ades and specialty lattes can be sweet—saying 덜 달게 (deol dalge = less sweet) works everywhere.
Cafe · Cafes, Bakeries & Bars
What is the Wi-Fi password and the restroom door code?
와이파이 비밀번호랑 화장실 비밀번호가 뭐예요?
Waipai bimilbeonhorang hwajangsil bimilbeonhoga mwoyeyo?
"영수증 맨 아래에 적혀 있어요! (카운터 옆에 적혀 있어요)" (Yeongsujeung maen araee jeokhyeo isseoyo!)
→ "Both codes are printed at the very bottom of your receipt! (Or posted next to the counter.)"
Never throw away your café receipt before using the restroom—90% of Korean building restrooms have a digital door lock code printed on the receipt.
KTX Rail · KTX, Subway & Bus
Which platform/track does the KTX to Busan depart from?
부산 가는 KTX 타는 곳(홈)이 몇 번인가요?
Busan ganeun KTX taneun got (hom)i myeot beon-ingayo?
"전광판에 열차 번호가 뜨면 5번 홈으로 내려가시면 됩니다." (Jeongwangpane yeolcha beonhoga tteumyeon o-beon homeuro naeryeogasimyeon doemnida.)
→ "Check the departure board for your train number and head down to Track 5."
KTX stations have NO ticket gates! You simply check the LED departure board 15 minutes before departure, walk down to the track (타는 곳), and sit in your car (호차) and seat (좌석).
Subway / T-money · KTX, Subway & Bus
I entered the wrong subway gate — could you open the gate to the opposite platform?
반대 방향 개찰구로 잘못 들어왔어요. 반대편으로 건너가게 도와주실 수 있나요?
Bandae banghyang gaechalguro jalmot deureowasseoyo. Bandaepyeoneuro geonneogage dowajusil su innayo?
"네, 비상 게이트(장애인 게이트) 열어 드릴 테니 반대편으로 건너가세요." (Ne, bisang geiteu yeoreo deuril teni bandaepyeoneuro geonneogaseyo.)
→ "Yes, I will buzz open the wide help gate so you can cross to the opposite platform."
In older Seoul/Busan stations where platforms are separated by direction, press the 'Help / 호출' intercom button on the wide wheelchair gate or tap the same card within 5 minutes for a free re-entry.
Subway / T-money · KTX, Subway & Bus
Does this bus/train go to Gyeongbokgung / Hongdae / Myeongdong?
이 버스(지하철) 경복궁 / 홍대입구 / 명동 가나요?
I beoseu (jihacheol) Gyeongbokgung / Hongdae-ipgu / Myeongdong ganayo?
"네, 갑니다. 타세요! / 아니요, 건너편 정류장에서 타셔야 해요." (Ne, gamnida. Taseyo! / Aniyo, geonneopyeon jeongnyujang-eseo tasyeoya haeyo.)
→ "Yes, it goes there—hop on! / No, you need to catch it from the stop across the street."
Always remember to tap your T-money card when boarding AND when getting off the bus (하차 태그) so you get the free 30-minute transfer discount.
Airport Bus · KTX, Subway & Bus
Two tickets for the Airport Limousine Bus to Incheon Airport Terminal 1 (or Terminal 2), please
인천공항 제1터미널(제2터미널) 가는 공항리무진 버스 두 장 주세요.
Incheongonghang Je-il-teomineol (Je-i-teomineol) ganeun gonghang rimujin beoseu du jang juseyo.
"대한항공(스카이팀)은 제2터미널이고, 아시아나·저가항공은 제1터미널입니다. 어느 터미널이세요?" (Daehanhanggong-eun Je-i-teomineorigo, Asiananeun Je-il-teomineolimnida. Eoneu teomineoriseyo?)
→ "Korean Air/Delta/Air France/KLM use Terminal 2; Asiana and most other airlines use Terminal 1. Which terminal do you need?"
Double-check Terminal 1 (제1여객터미널) vs Terminal 2 (제2여객터미널) before boarding AREX or the Airport Limousine Bus!
Luggage · KTX, Subway & Bus
Where are the station luggage lockers (T-Locker) or luggage storage counter?
물품보관함(코인락커)이나 짐 보관소가 어디에 있나요?
Mulpumbogwanham (koin-rakkeo)ina jim bogwansoga eodie innayo?
"개찰구 옆 통로로 쭉 가시면 왼쪽에 물품보관함이 있습니다." (Gaechalgu yeop tongnoro jjuk gasimyeon oenjjoge mulpumbogwanhami itseumnida.)
→ "Walk straight down the corridor next to the ticket gates and the lockers are on your left."
Look for 물품보관함 (Mulpum-bogwanham) or T-Locker touchscreens.
Taxi Show-Card · Taxis & Directions
Driver, please take me to this address on the map
기사님, 이 주소(지도에 표시된 곳)로 가 주세요.
Gisanim, i juso (jidoe pyosidoen got)ro ga juseyo.
"네, 내비게이션 찍고 출발하겠습니다. 안전벨트 매 주세요." (Ne, naebigeisyeon jjikgo chulbalhagetseumnida. Anjeonbelteu mae juseyo.)
→ "Okay, I'll enter it into the GPS and head out. Please fasten your seatbelt."
Korean taxi drivers read Hangul addresses or phone numbers into their dash GPS—use our Taxi Show-Card Generator (/tools/taxi-card-generator/) for major landmarks!
Taxi · Taxis & Directions
Could you please open the trunk for our suitcases?
기사님, 트렁크에 캐리어 좀 실을게요. 열어 주시겠어요?
Gisanim, teureongkeue kaerieo jom sireulgeyo. Yeoreo jusigesseoyo?
"네, 열었습니다. 제가 실어 드릴게요." (Ne, yeoreotseumnida. Jega sireo deurilgeyo.)
→ "Yes, it's open—let me help load them."
Note: some Korean LPG taxis have a cylindrical fuel tank inside the trunk, so 3+ giant suitcases may require a Kakao T Venti / Jumbo taxi.
Taxi · Taxis & Directions
Please drop me off right here — I will pay by credit card / T-money
여기서 세워 주세요. 카드(티머니)로 결제할게요. 영수증도 주세요.
Yeogiseo sewo juseyo. Kadeu (Timoni)ro gyeoljehalgeyo. Yeongsujeungdo juseyo.
"네, 오른쪽 패드에 카드를 대 주세요. 안녕히 가세요!" (Ne, oreunjjok paedeue kadeureul dae juseyo. Annyeonghi gaseyo!)
→ "Okay, please tap or insert your card on the pad between the seats. Goodbye!"
Always take the paper receipt (영수증)—it prints the taxi's license plate and driver phone number in case you leave a phone behind.
T-money · Convenience Stores
Please top up my T-money card with ₩20,000 in cash
티머니 카드 이만 원(₩20,000) 현금 충전해 주세요.
Timoni kadeu iman won hyeongeum chungjeonhae juseyo.
"네, 단말기 위에 카드 올려 주시고 현금 이만 원 주세요." (Ne, danmalgi wie kadeu ollyeo jusigo hyeongeum iman won juseyo.)
→ "Sure, place your card on the reader pad and hand me ₩20,000 in cash."
₩10,000 = 만 원 (Man won), ₩20,000 = 이만 원 (Iman won), ₩30,000 = 삼만 원 (Samman won). T-money reloads require KRW cash.
CU / GS25 · Convenience Stores
Where is the microwave, hot water dispenser, and ice cup freezer?
전자레인지랑 온수기, 얼음컵 냉동고는 어디에 있나요?
Jeonjareinjirang onsugi, eoreumkeop naengdonggoneun eodie innayo?
"입구 옆 테이블에 전자레인지와 온수기가 있고, 얼음컵은 음료 냉장고 옆에 있어요." (Ipgu yeop teibeure jeonjareinjiwa onsugiga itgo, eoreumkeobeun eumnyo naengjanggo yeope isseoyo.)
→ "The microwave and hot water dispenser are by the window counter, and ice cups are next to the drink coolers."
To make the viral Korean convenience-store pouch drink, grab an 얼음컵 (ice cup, ~₩700) from the freezer alongside your pouch coffee or ade!
CU / GS25 · Convenience Stores
I'd like a plastic bag and chopsticks/spoon, please
봉투 하나 주시고, 젓가락이랑 숟가락도 챙겨 주세요.
Bongtu hana jusigo, jeotgaragirang sutgarakdo chaenggyeo juseyo.
"네, 봉투값 100원 추가됩니다." (Ne, bongtugap baeg-won chugadoemnida.)
→ "Yes, a bag adds ₩100 to the total."
Cashiers always ask '젓가락 드릴까요?' (Would you like chopsticks?) when you buy ramen or gimbap.
Tax-Free · Shopping & Tax Refund
Can I get an Instant Tax Refund here with my passport? (Purchases ₩15,000+)
여권 있는데 즉시 환급(택스리펀) 처리 가능한가요?
Yeogwon inneunde jeuksi hwanggeup (taekseuri-peon) cheori ganeunghangayo?
"네, 여권 주시면 세금 제외한 금액으로 바로 결제해 드릴게요." (Ne, yeogwon jusimyeon segeum jeoehan geumaeg-euro baro gyeoljehae deurilgeyo.)
→ "Yes, hand me your physical passport and I'll charge the net tax-free price right now."
At Olive Young, Musinsa, Daiso (select branches), Lotte Mart, and department stores, showing your physical passport on receipts of ₩15,000+ deducts VAT on the spot.
Shoe Sizing · Shopping & Tax Refund
Do you have this in size 240 / 250 / 260 / 270 / 280 mm?
이 신발 240 (이백사십 / 260 이백육십 / 270 이백칠십) 사이즈 새 상품 있나요?
I sinbal ibaek-sasip (260 ibaek-yuksip / 270 ibaek-chilsip) saijeu sae sangpum innayo?
"잠시만요, 창고에서 새 상품 재고 확인해 드릴게요." (Jamsimanyo, changgoeseo sae sangpum jaego hwaginhae deurilgeyo.)
→ "Just a moment, I will check the stockroom for a brand-new pair in that size."
Korean shoes are measured in millimeters (mm). Use our Korean Size Converter (/tools/size-converter/) to convert US/EU/UK sizes to Korean mm.
Olive Young · Shopping & Tax Refund
Which cushion shade / soothing skincare do you recommend for dry or sensitive skin?
건성(민감성 / 지성) 피부인데 진정·보습 제품이나 잘 맞는 쿠션 호수 추천해 주실 수 있나요?
Geonseong (mingamseong / jiseong) pibuinde jinjeong/boseup jepumina jal manneun kusyeon hosu chucheonhae jusil su innayo?
"민감성 피부에는 시카(어성초) 라인이 인기 많고, 쿠션은 손목에 21호·23호 테스트해 드릴게요." (Mingamseong pibueneun sika raini ingi manko, kusyeoneun sonmoge 21-ho/23-ho teseuteuhae deurilgeyo.)
→ "For sensitive skin, Cica/Heartleaf lines are most popular, and let's test shade #21 and #23 on your wrist."
Key K-Beauty words: 건성 (Dry skin), 지성 (Oily), 복합성 (Combination), 민감성 (Sensitive), 어성초 (Heartleaf), 쑥 (Mugwort), 시카 (Cica).
Check-in & Bags · Hotels & Hanok
I have a reservation — could you store my luggage until check-in?
예약했는데 체크인 시간 전까지 짐(캐리어) 좀 맡아주실 수 있나요?
Yeyakhaenneunde chekeuin sigan jeonkkaji jim (kaerieo) jom matajusil su innayo?
"네, 성함과 여권 보여 주시면 보관증 드릴게요." (Ne, seonghamgwa yeogwon boyeo jusimyeon bogwanjeung deurilgeyo.)
→ "Yes, please show me your name and passport and I'll give you a claim tag."
Works both before 3:00 PM check-in and after 11:00 AM check-out.
Ondol Heating · Hotels & Hanok
The floor heating (Ondol) or AC remote is in Korean — could you help adjust the temperature?
방 온돌(보일러)이나 에어컨 조절기가 한국어라서 그런데 온도 조절 좀 도와주실 수 있나요?
Bang ondol (boilleo)ina eeokeon jojeolgiga hangugeoraseo geureonde ondo jojeol jom dowajusil su innayo?
"네, 실내 온도 버튼(실내/온돌)으로 맞춰 드릴게요." (Ne, sillae ondo beoteun-euro matchwo deurilgeyo.)
→ "Sure, I'll set the indoor/floor thermostat for you."
On Korean wall thermostats: 전원 = Power, 난방/온돌 = Floor Heating, 냉방 = AC Cooling, 외출 = Away mode, 온수 = Hot Water.
Pharmacy (약국) · Pharmacy & Medical
Do you have antihistamine allergy tablets (Cetirizine / Loratadine)?
알레르기 약(항히스타민제 — 지르텍/클라리틴) 있나요? 졸리지 않은 걸로 주세요.
Allereugi yak (hanghiseutaminje — Jireutek / Keullaritin) innayo? Jolliji aneun geollo juseyo.
"네, 하루 한 알 드시는 알레르기 약 여기 있습니다." (Ne, haru han al deusineun allereugi yak yeogi itseumnida.)
→ "Yes, here is a once-daily allergy tablet."
In South Korea, Zyrtec (지르텍) and Claritin (클라리틴) are sold over the counter behind the pharmacist's desk at any 약국 (Yakguk) without a prescription.
Pharmacy (약국) · Pharmacy & Medical
I have indigestion / stomachache / diarrhea — do you have medicine?
소화가 안 되고 배가 아파요(설사해요). 소화제랑 장염/지사제 주세요.
Sohwaga an doego baega apayo (seolsahaeyo). Sohwajerang jangyeom / jisaje juseyo.
"마시는 소화제랑 알약 같이 드릴게요. 식후에 따뜻한 물과 드세요." (Masineun sohwajerang alyak gachi deurilgeyo. Sikhue ttatteuthan mulgwa deuseyo.)
→ "I'll give you a liquid digestive tonic and tablets. Take them with warm water after eating."
Korean pharmacies sell small paired packets of liquid digestive tonic (까스활명수) + enzyme tablets that work wonders after heavy KBBQ or street food.
Pharmacy (약국) · Pharmacy & Medical
Do you have painkillers (Tylenol / Ibuprofen) and cold/sore-throat medicine?
진통제(타이레놀/이부프로펜)랑 목감기·종합감기약 주세요.
Jintongje (Tairenol / Ibupeuropen)rang mokgamgi / jonghap-gamgiyak juseyo.
"네, 식후 30분에 두 알씩 드시면 됩니다." (Ne, sikhu samsip-bune du alssik deusimyeon doemnida.)
→ "Yes, take two tablets 30 minutes after meals."
Look for the green/red 약 (Yak) sign on street level.
🚨 EMERGENCY 119 · Pharmacy & Medical
URGENT: I am having a severe allergic reaction — please call 119 ambulance now!
응급 상황입니다! 심한 음식 알레르기(호흡 곤란) 반응이 있으니 지금 바로 119 구급차를 불러 주세요!
Eunggeup sanghwang-imnida! Simhan eumsik allereugi (hoheup gollan) baneung-i isseuni jigeum baro 119 gugeupchareul bulleo juseyo!
"네, 지금 바로 119에 신고하고 구급차 부르겠습니다!" (Ne, jigeum baro il-il-gu-e singohago gugeupcha bureugetseumnida!)
→ "Yes, I am calling 119 for an ambulance right now!"
South Korea Emergency Numbers: 119 = Ambulance & Fire (free interpreter available), 112 = Police, 1330 = 24/7 Korea Travel Helpline.
Korean BBQ · Dining & Korean BBQ
Could you change the grill plate (bulpan), please?
불판 좀 갈아 주세요.
Bulpan jom gara juseyo.
"네, 바로 새 불판으로 갈아 드릴게요." (Ne, baro sae bulpaneuro gara deurilgeyo.)
→ "Yes, I will swap it for a fresh grill plate right away."
At Korean BBQ restaurants, changing a charred grill mesh/plate (불판, bulpan) is always free.
Korean BBQ · Dining & Korean BBQ
One portion of pork belly (Samgyeopsal) and one portion of pork neck (Moksal), please
삼겹살 일 인분이랑 목살 일 인분 주세요.
Samgyeopsal il inbun-irang moksal il inbun juseyo.
"네, 총 이 인분 준비해 드릴게요." (Ne, chong i inbun junbihae deurilgeyo.)
→ "Yes, I will prepare two servings total for you."
Many KBBQ spots let you mix 1 serving of Samgyeopsal + 1 serving of Moksal to meet the 2-serving minimum.
Korean BBQ · Dining & Korean BBQ
Could we get scissors and tongs, please?
가위랑 집게 좀 주세요.
Gawirang jipge jom juseyo.
"네, 여기 있습니다." (Ne, yeogi itseumnida.)
→ "Yes, here you go."
Koreans use kitchen shears (가위, gawi) at the table to cut grilled meat, kimchi, and cold noodles.
Korean BBQ · Dining & Korean BBQ
One bowl of steamed rice (Gonggibap) and Doenjang-jjigae, please
공기밥 하나랑 된장찌개 하나 추가요.
Gonggibap hanarang doenjang-jjigae hana chugayo.
"네, 바로 가져다 드릴게요." (Ne, baro gajyeoda deurilgeyo.)
→ "Yes, I will bring them right out."
In Korea, steamed rice (공기밥, ₩1,000–₩2,000) is ordered separately with grilled meat.
Korean BBQ · Dining & Korean BBQ
Could we order table-side fried rice (Bokkeumbap) at the end?
다 먹고 볶음밥 두 개 볶아 주세요.
Da meokgo bokkeumbap du gae bokka juseyo.
"네! 치즈도 추가해 드릴까요?" (Ne! Chijeudo chugahae deurilkkayo?)
→ "Yes! Would you like cheese added too?"
Finishing dakgalbi, tteokbokki, or KBBQ with pan-fried rice (볶음밥) in the remaining sauce is a classic Korean ritual.
Dining · Dining & Korean BBQ
Is there a waiting list? Where do I enter my phone number or get a number ticket?
웨이팅 있나요? 번호표나 태블릿 등록은 어디서 하나요?
Weiting innayo? Beonhopyona taebeullit deungnogeun eodiseo hanayo?
"입구 태블릿에 인원수 입력하시거나 종이에 이름 적어 주세요." (Ipgu taebeullise inwonsu imnyeokhasigeona jongie ireum jeogeo juseyo.)
→ "Enter your party size on the entrance tablet or write your name on the sheet."
If a CatchTable/Tabling kiosk requires a Korean 010 number you don't have, show this card so staff can add you manually.
Dining · Dining & Korean BBQ
I don't have a Korean 010 phone number — can you put me on the waitlist manually?
한국 휴대폰 번호(010)가 없는데 수기로 대기 등록해 주실 수 있나요?
Hanguk hyudaepon beonho (010)ga eomneunde sugiro daegi deungnokhae jusil su innayo?
"네, 성함이랑 인원수 말씀해 주시면 번호 불러 드릴게요." (Ne, seonghamirang inwonsu malsseumhae jusimyeon beonho bulleo deurilgeyo.)
→ "Yes, tell me your name and party size and we will call your number."
Essential at popular restaurants in Seongsu, Hongdae, and Myeongdong using CatchTable or Tabling tablets.
Dining · Dining & Korean BBQ
Please give us disposable aprons (apchima)
앞치마 좀 부탁드려요.
Apchima jom butakdeuryeoyo.
"네, 몇 개 드릴까요?" (Ne, myeot gae deurilkkayo?)
→ "Yes, how many would you like?"
Every KBBQ, jjigae, and tteokbokki restaurant provides free aprons so red broth doesn't splash on your clothes.
Dining · Dining & Korean BBQ
Could we get cold noodles (Mul-naengmyeon) to finish?
후식 물냉면 하나 주세요.
Husik mul-naengmyeon hana juseyo.
"네, 시원하게 준비해 드릴게요." (Ne, siwonhage junbihae deurilgeyo.)
→ "Yes, I will bring it out icy cold."
Husik naengmyeon (후식 냉면) is a smaller, discounted post-BBQ portion of chilled buckwheat noodles (₩4,000–₩6,000).
Dining · Dining & Korean BBQ
Can we pack the leftovers to go?
남은 음식 포장해 주실 수 있나요?
Nameun eumsik pojanghae jusil su innayo?
"네, 포장 용기에 담아 드릴게요." (Ne, pojang yonggie dama deurilgeyo.)
→ "Yes, we will pack it in a takeaway container for you."
Fried chicken, jeon, and grilled meat can usually be packed; raw seafood or soups sometimes cannot.
Solo Dining (혼밥) · Solo Dining & Spice
I am one person, but I will pay for two servings (2 inbun) — may I eat here?
혼자 왔는데 이 인분 주문할게요. 식사 가능한가요?
Honja wanneunde i inbun jumunhalgeyo. Siksa ganeunghangayo?
"네, 이 인분 주문하시면 혼자 드셔도 됩니다! 편한 자리에 앉으세요." (Ne, i inbun jumunhasimyeon honja deusyeodo doemnida! Pyeonhan jarie anjeuseyo.)
→ "Yes, if you order 2 servings you are very welcome to dine solo! Sit anywhere you like."
The ultimate solo-traveler unlock for Korean BBQ, dakgalbi, and jeongol hotpots that normally require 2+ diners.
Spice Level · Solo Dining & Spice
Please put the spicy red sauce (gochujang / dadaegi) on the side
매운 양념장(고추장·다대기)은 따로 주실 수 있나요?
Maeun yangnyeomjang (gochujang / dadaegi)eun ttaro jusil su innayo?
"네, 양념장은 작은 그릇에 따로 드릴게요." (Ne, yangnyeomjangeun jageun geureuse ttaro deurilgeyo.)
→ "Yes, we will serve the spicy paste in a small bowl on the side."
Works great for bibimbap, dwaeji-gukbap (Busan pork soup), seolleongtang, and kalguksu so you control the heat yourself.
Spice Level · Solo Dining & Spice
Is there a non-spicy (white broth / soy sauce) version of this dish?
안 매운 백탕(하얀 국물)이나 간장 맛으로 주문할 수 있나요?
An maeun baektang (hayan gungmul)ina ganjang maseuro jumunhal su innayo?
"네, 순한 맛(백탕/간장 맛)으로 변경해 드릴게요." (Ne, sunhan mat (baektang / ganjang mat)euro byeongyeonghae deurilgeyo.)
→ "Yes, we will switch it to the mild (clear broth / soy sauce) version."
Many sundubu-jjigae, shabu-shabu, and fried chicken places offer a mild white/soy option.
Ingredient Skip · Solo Dining & Spice
Please leave out cilantro / coriander (gosu) and perilla leaves (kkaennip)
고수랑 깻잎은 빼 주세요.
Gosurang kkaennipeun ppae juseyo.
"네, 빼고 조리해 드릴게요." (Ne, ppaego jorihae deurilgeyo.)
→ "Yes, we will prepare it without them."
Perilla leaf (깻잎, kkaennip) has a strong minty-herbal flavor used in many Korean stews and wraps.
Ingredient Skip · Solo Dining & Spice
Please do not include raw garlic or raw onions
생마늘과 생양파는 빼 주세요.
Saengmaneulgwa saengyangpaneun ppae juseyo.
"네, 마늘과 양파 빼고 드릴게요." (Ne, maneulgwa yangpa ppaego deurilgeyo.)
→ "Yes, we will leave out the garlic and onions."
Helpful for travelers sensitive to raw alliums.
Café · Cafes, Bakeries & Bars
One iced Americano (A-A) and one hot café latte, please
아이스 아메리카노(아아) 한 잔이랑 따뜻한 카페라떼 한 잔 주세요.
Aiseu Amerikano (A-A) han janirang ttatteuthan kaperatte han jan juseyo.
"매장에서 드시고 가시나요, 테이크아웃(포장) 하시나요?" (Maejang-eseo deusigo gasinayo, teikeuaut (pojang) hasinayo?)
→ "For here (in the store) or to go (takeout)?"
Iced Americano (아아, A-A) is South Korea's national drink year-round, even in freezing winter ('얼죽아').
Café · Cafes, Bakeries & Bars
Do you have oat milk or soy milk instead of dairy milk?
우유 대신 오트밀크(귀리우유)나 두유로 변경할 수 있나요?
Uyu daesin oteumilkeu (gwiri-uyu)na duyuro byeongyeonghal su innayo?
"네, 500원 추가하시면 오트밀크로 변경 가능해요." (Ne, obaegwon chugahasimyeon oteumilkeuro byeongyeong ganeunghaeyo.)
→ "Yes, you can switch to oat milk for an extra ₩500."
Most Korean specialty cafés and chains (Starbucks, A Twosome Place, Paul Bassett, Mega Coffee) offer oat or soy milk.
Café · Cafes, Bakeries & Bars
Could I get decaf (dikapein) and less sweet (deol dalge), please?
디카페인으로 변경해 주시고, 시럽은 적게(덜 달게) 넣어 주세요.
Dikapeineuro byeongyeonghae jusigo, sireobeun jeokge (deol dalge) neoeo juseyo.
"네, 디카페인에 시럽 반만 넣어 드릴게요." (Ne, dikapeine sireop banman neoeo deurilgeyo.)
→ "Yes, we will make it decaf with half syrup."
Great for evening café visits in Seongsu-dong, Ikseon-dong, or Hongdae.
Café · Cafes, Bakeries & Bars
Where do I return my tray and cups? (Return counter)
다 마신 쟁반과 컵은 어디에 반납하나요?
Da masin jaengbangwa keobeun eodie bannaphanayo?
"저쪽 퇴식구(반납대)에 올려 주시면 됩니다." (Jeojjok toesikgu (bannapdae)e ollyeo jusimyeon doemnida.)
→ "Just place it on the return counter over there."
In Korean cafés, guests bus their own trays to the 퇴식구 / 반납 (Return) counter and buzzers go back in the tray.
Bars &Chimaek · Cafes, Bakeries & Bars
One bottle of Soju, one Cass beer, and half-original / half-seasoned fried chicken (Ban-Ban)
후라이드 양념 반반 치킨 하나랑 소주 한 병, 맥주 한 병 주세요.
Huraideu yangnyeom banban chikin hanarang soju han byeong, maekju han byeong juseyo.
"네! 신분증(여권) 확인 한 번 부탁드릴게요." (Ne! Sinbunjeung (yeogwon) hwagin han beon butakdeurilgeyo.)
→ "Yes! Could I quickly check your ID (passport)?"
'Ban-ban' (반반 = half crispy, half sweet-spicy yangnyeom) is the quintessential Korean chimaek order.
Bars & Chimaek · Cafes, Bakeries & Bars
Do you have non-alcoholic beer or zero-sugar soft drinks?
논알코올 맥주나 제로 콜라/사이다 있나요?
Non-alkool maekjuna jero kolla / saida innayo?
"네, 제로 콜라와 칠성사이다 제로 있습니다." (Ne, jero kollawa Chilseong Saida Jero itseumnida.)
→ "Yes, we have Coke Zero and Chilsung Cider Zero."
Chilsung Cider (칠성사이다) is Korea's beloved lemon-lime soda.
Essential · Greetings & Politeness
Hello / Good day (polite standard)
안녕하세요.
Annyeonghaseyo.
"네, 안녕하세요! 어서 오세요." (Ne, annyeonghaseyo! Eoseo oseyo.)
→ "Hello! Welcome."
Used at any time of day with a slight nod.
Essential · Greetings & Politeness
Thank you very much (formal & polite)
감사합니다 / 고맙습니다.
Gamsahamnida / Gomapseumnida.
"네, 좋은 하루 보내세요!" (Ne, joeun haru bonaeseyo!)
→ "You're welcome, have a great day!"
Use both hands or support your right forearm with your left hand when receiving change or receipts.
Essential · Greetings & Politeness
Excuse me / I am sorry (passing through a crowd or apologizing)
죄송합니다 / 잠시만요.
Joesonghamnida / Jamsimanyo.
"네, 지나가세요." (Ne, jinagaseyo.)
→ "Sure, go right ahead."
Say 'Jamsimanyo' (잠시만요 = Just a moment / Excuse me) when squeezing off a crowded subway car.
Essential · Greetings & Politeness
Do you speak English? / Is there an English menu?
혹시 영어 하실 수 있나요? 영어 메뉴판 있나요?
Hoksi yeongeo hasil su innayo? Yeongeo menyupan innayo?
"조금요! 여기 영어 메뉴판(QR코드) 있습니다." (Jogeumyo! Yeogi yeongeo menyupan (QR kodeu) itseumnida.)
→ "A little! Here is the English menu (or QR code)."
Tabletop tablets (T-Order) in Korea almost always have a 🌐 Language button in the bottom corner.
Essential · Greetings & Politeness
I don't speak Korean well — please speak slowly
제가 한국어를 잘 못해요. 천천히 말씀해 주세요.
Jega hangugeoreul jal mothaeyo. Cheoncheonhi malsseumhae juseyo.
"네, 천천히 설명해 드릴게요." (Ne, cheoncheonhi seolmyeonghae deurilgeyo.)
→ "Yes, I will explain slowly for you."
Warm and polite way to slow down a fast conversation.
Essential · Greetings & Politeness
Could you take a photo of us, please?
죄송한데 사진 한 장만 찍어 주실 수 있나요?
Joesonghande sajin han jangman jjigeo jusil su innayo?
"네! 하나, 둘, 셋 하면 찍을게요!" (Ne! Hana, dul, set hamyeon jjigeulgeyo!)
→ "Sure! I'll snap it on one, two, three!"
Koreans are wonderful photographers and will usually take 5–10 shots from different angles for you.
Essential · Greetings & Politeness
Goodbye (said to staff/shopkeeper staying behind when you leave)
안녕히 계세요. 수고하세요!
Annyeonghi gyeseyo. Sugohaseyo!
"네, 안녕히 가세요! 또 오세요!" (Ne, annyeonghi gaseyo! Tto oseyo!)
→ "Goodbye! Come again!"
'Sugohaseyo' (수고하세요 = Keep up the good work) is a warm phrase Koreans say to shop staff, delivery drivers, and servers when leaving.
Subway · KTX, Subway & Bus
I tapped into the wrong side of the subway platform — can you let me switch sides?
반대 방향 개찰구로 잘못 들어왔어요. 반대편으로 건너갈 수 있나요?
Bandae banghyang gaechalguro jalmot deureowasseoyo. Bandaepyeoneuro geonneogal su innayo?
"비상게이트(도움벨)로 나오셔서 반대편으로 찍고 들어가세요." (Bisang geiteu (doumbel)ro naosyeoseo bandaepyeoneuro jjikgo deureogaseyo.)
→ "Come out through the help gate and tap into the opposite side."
Many older Seoul & Busan subway stations have separate turnstiles for each direction; tapping the wheelchair/help gate within 5 minutes transfers free.
Subway · KTX, Subway & Bus
Which exit (chulgu) should I take for this place?
이곳에 가려면 몇 번 출구로 나가야 하나요?
Igose garyeomyeon myeot beon chulguro nagaya hanayo?
"3번(삼 번) 출구로 나가셔서 직진하시면 돼요." (Sam-beon chulguro nagasyeoseo jikjinhasimyeon dwaeyo.)
→ "Go out Exit 3 and walk straight ahead."
Korean subway stations have numbered exits (출구, Chulgu 1–16); knowing the exit number saves 10+ minutes of street crossing.
Subway · KTX, Subway & Bus
Where are the station coin lockers (mulreokham / T-Locker)?
물품보관함(코인락커)이 어디에 있나요?
Mulpumbogwanham (koin rakkeo)i eodie innayo?
"개찰구 옆 화장실 맞은편에 있습니다." (Gaechalgu yeop hwajangsil majeunpyeone itseumnida.)
→ "They are across from the restroom next to the ticket gates."
Seoul subway T-Lockers accept T-money and credit cards.
KTX & Rail · KTX, Subway & Bus
Where do I exchange or activate my KORAIL Pass?
코레일패스(철도패스) 좌석 지정은 어디서 하나요?
Koreil Paeseu jwaseok jijeongeun eodiseo hanayo?
"맞은편 여행센터(Travel Center)나 매표소 창구로 가시면 됩니다." (Majeunpyeon Yeohaeng Senteo (Travel Center)na maepyoso changguro gasimyeon doemnida.)
→ "Go to the Travel Center or ticket window across the hall."
KTX stations have no ticket turnstiles—walk straight to your platform and sit in your assigned Car (호차, hocha) and Seat (좌석).
Bus · KTX, Subway & Bus
Does this bus go to this stop? Do I tap my T-money card when getting off?
이 버스가 여기 가나요? 내릴 때도 교통카드 찍어야 하나요?
I beoseuga yeogi ganayo? Naeril ttaedo gyotongkadeu jjigeoya hanayo?
"네, 갑니다! 내리실 때 하차 단말기에 꼭 태그해 주세요." (Ne, gamnida! Naerisil ttae hacha danmalgie kkok taegeuhae juseyo.)
→ "Yes, it goes there! Be sure to tap the exit reader before getting off."
Always tap your T-money card when exiting a Korean bus (하차 태그) so you get the free subway/bus transfer discount and avoid a penalty fare on your next ride.
Intercity Bus · KTX, Subway & Bus
Two tickets for the next express bus to Sokcho / Gyeongju, please
다음 출발하는 고속버스(시외버스) 표 두 장 주세요.
Da-eum chulbalhaneun gosok-beoseu (sioe-beoseu) pyo du jang juseyo.
"네, 우등 버스로 드릴까요? 몇 번 홈에서 타시면 됩니다." (Ne, udeung beoseuro deurilkkayo? Myeot beon homeseo tasimyeon doemnida.)
→ "Yes, would you like the luxury (28-seat) bus? Board at platform number..."
Look for У등 (Udeung = 3-across spacious seats) or 프리미엄 (Premium = lie-flat pods) on Korean express buses.
Taxi · Taxis & Directions
Could you drop me off right in front of this building / subway station?
저 건물(지하철역) 앞에서 세워 주세요.
Jeo geonmul (jihacheol-yeok) apeseo sewo juseyo.
"네, 저기 횡단보도 지나서 세워 드릴게요." (Ne, jeogi hoengdanbodo jinaseo sewo deurilgeyo.)
→ "Yes, I will pull over right past the crosswalk."
Handy when you spot your hotel or café.
Taxi · Taxis & Directions
Please take us to Incheon Airport Terminal 1 (제1여객터미널)
인천공항 제1여객터미널(제일여객터미널)로 가 주세요.
Incheon Gonghang Je-il Yeogaek Teomineollo ga juseyo.
"네, 제1터미널 출국장(3층)으로 모실게요." (Ne, Je-il Teomineol chulgukjang (sam-cheung)euro mosilgeyo.)
→ "Yes, I will take you to Terminal 1 Departures (3rd Floor)."
Asiana, United, Air Canada, Emirates, Singapore Airlines, and mostLCCs use Terminal 1. Korean Air, Delta, Air France, and KLM use Terminal 2.
Taxi · Taxis & Directions
Please take us to Incheon Airport Terminal 2 (제2여객터미널 — Korean Air / Delta)
인천공항 제2여객터미널(제이여객터미널·대한항공)로 가 주세요.
Incheon Gonghang Je-i Yeogaek Teomineollo ga juseyo.
"네, 제2터미널 출국장으로 가겠습니다." (Ne, Je-i Teomineol chulgukjangeuro gagetseumnida.)
→ "Yes, heading to Terminal 2 Departures."
Double-check Terminal 1 vs Terminal 2 before boarding—they are 15–20 minutes apart by highway.
Taxi · Taxis & Directions
Can I get a paper receipt (yeongsujeung), please?
종이 영수증 좀 뽑아 주세요.
Jongi yeongsujeung jom ppoba juseyo.
"네, 여기 영수증 있습니다." (Ne, yeogi yeongsujeung itseumnida.)
→ "Yes, here is your receipt."
Taxi receipts also print the vehicle number and driver phone number in case you leave an item behind.
Directions · Taxis & Directions
Is it within walking distance from here?
여기서 걸어서 갈 수 있는 거리인가요?
Yeogiseo georeoseo gal su inneun georiingayo?
"네, 걸어서 10분 정도 걸려요 / 조금 멀어서 버스나 택시 타세요." (Ne, georeoseo sip-bun jeongdo geollyeoyo / Jogeum meoreoseo beoseuna taeksi taseyo.)
→ "Yes, about a 10-minute walk / It's a bit far, take a bus or taxi."
Use Naver Map or KakaoMap for walking directions in Korea (Google Maps does not support walking/driving navigation inside South Korea).
CU / GS25 · Convenience Stores (편의점)
Where can I cook this instant ramen on the automatic ramen machine (Hangang Ramen)?
한강 라면 조리기(즉석 라면 기계) 사용하려면 어떤 용기를 사야 하나요?
Hangang ramyeon jorigi sayongharyeomyeon eotteon yonggireul saya hanayo?
"바코드 찍힌 전용 종이 용기랑 날계란 사시면 옆 기계에서 끓이실 수 있어요." (Bakodeu jjikhin jeonyong jongi yonggirang nalgyeran sasimyeon yeop gigyeeseo kkeurisil su isseoyo.)
→ "Buy the special barcoded paper bowl and a raw egg, then scan the barcode on the machine next to you."
At Han River parks and major CU/GS25/7-Eleven branches, scan the paper bowl's barcode on the induction cooker—it adds exact boiling water and counts down automatically!
CU / GS25 · Convenience Stores (편의점)
Is this item 1+1 (Buy 1 Get 1 Free) or 2+1 (Buy 2 Get 1 Free)?
이 상품 원플러스원(1+1)이나 투플러스원(2+1) 행사 맞나요?
I sangpum won-peulleoseu-won (1+1)ina tu-peulleoseu-won (2+1) haengsa mannayo?
"네, 1+1이라 하나 더 가져오시면 무료예요!" (Ne, won-peulleoseu-won-ira hana deo gajyeoosimyeon muryoyeyo!)
→ "Yes, it's 1+1 so grab one more for free!"
Korean convenience stores run massive monthly 1+1 and 2+1 promos on drinks, snacks, and sunscreens—if a shelf tag says 1+1, always bring two to the counter!
CU / GS25 · Convenience Stores (편의점)
One pouch drink (hazelnut coffee / peach iced tea) AND one cup of ice, please
파우치 음료 하나랑 얼음컵(벤티 사이즈) 하나 주세요.
Pauchi eumnyo hanarang eoreumkeop (benti saijeu) hana juseyo.
"얼음컵은 냉동고에서 꺼내 오시면 같이 계산해 드릴게요." (Eoreumkeobeun naengdonggoeseo kkeonae osimyeon gachi gyesanhae deurilgeyo.)
→ "Grab a sealed ice cup from the freezer door and I'll ring them up together."
Korean pouch drinks sit on warm shelves next to a freezer full of sealed ice cups (얼음컵, ₩700–₩1,200). Buy both, tear the pouch, and pour over ice!
CU / GS25 · Convenience Stores (편의점)
Could I get chopsticks (jeotgarak), a spoon (sutgarak), or a straw (ppaldae)?
나무젓가락이랑 숟가락(빨대) 좀 챙겨 주세요.
Namujeotgaragirang sutgarak (ppaldae) jom chaenggyeo juseyo.
"네, 봉투 안에 넣어 드렸습니다." (Ne, bongtu ane neoeo deuryeotseumnida.)
→ "Yes, I put them inside your bag."
Disposable utensils are kept behind the counter at CU, GS25, and 7-Eleven.
CU / GS25 · Convenience Stores (편의점)
Can I withdraw cash or top up WOWPASS / T-money here?
여기서 ATM 현금 인출이나 교통카드 충전이 가능한가요?
Yeogiseo ATM hyeongeum inchurina gyotongkadeu chungjeoni ganeunghangayo?
"교통카드 충전은 계산대에서 현금으로 해 드리고, ATM은 입구 옆에 있어요." (Gyotongkadeu chungjeoneun gyesandaeeseo hyeongeumeuro hae deurigo, ATM-eun ipgu yeope isseoyo.)
→ "We can top up your transit card with cash at the register, and the ATM is next to the entrance."
Convenience store clerks load T-money in 10 seconds when you hand them KRW bills.
Hotel · Hotels, Hanok & Ondol
Could we get extra bath towels and bottled water, please?
수건(타월)이랑 생수 좀 더 주실 수 있나요?
Sugeon (tawol)irang saengsu jom deo jusil su innayo?
"네, 객실 번호 알려 주시면 갖다 드릴게요." (Ne, gaeksil beonho allyeo jusimyeon gatda deurilgeyo.)
→ "Yes, let us know your room number and we will bring them up."
Many Korean guesthouses and hanok stays provide compact face-sized cotton towels by default; ask if you want large bath towels.
Hotel · Hotels, Hanok & Ondol
Is there a coin laundry or washing machine I can use?
숙소에 코인 세탁실이나 건조기가 있나요?
Suksoe koin setaksirina geonjogiga innayo?
"지하 1층에 코인 세탁실이 있고 세제는 자동 투입됩니다." (Jiha il-cheunge koin setaksiri itgo sejeneun jadong tuipdoemnida.)
→ "There is a coin laundry on floor B1 and detergent is dispensed automatically."
Look for கிர피아 (Cleantopia Coin Wash) in Korean neighborhoods if your hotel doesn't have one.
Hotel · Hotels, Hanok & Ondol
Could you help us call a taxi or jumbo taxi (vano) to the airport?
공항 가는 택시(또는 대형 점보택시) 좀 불러 주실 수 있나요?
Gonghang ganeun taeksi (ttoneun daehyeong jeombotaeksi) jom bulleo jusil su innayo?
"네, 몇 시에 출발하실 건가요? 캐리어는 몇 개인가요?" (Ne, myeot sie chulbalhasil geongayo? Kaerieoneun myeot gaeingayo?)
→ "Yes, what time are you departing and how many suitcases do you have?"
For 3–4 travelers with large suitcases, ask for a 대형/점보택시 (Jumbo Vano Taxi).
Jjimjilbang · Hotels, Hanok & Ondol
First time at a Korean Jjimjilbang spa — please give us bathhouse clothes and towels
찜질방 처음 왔는데 찜질복이랑 수건, 라커 키 주세요.
Jjimjilbang cheoeum wanneunde jjimjilbogirang sugeon, rakeo ki juseyo.
"신발장 키 주시면 탈의실 키와 찜질복 드릴게요. 식혜와 구운 계란은 키로 결제하세요." (Sinbaljang ki jusimyeon taruisil kiwa jjimjilbok deurilgeyo. Sikyewa guun gyeraneun kiro gyeoljehaseyo.)
→ "Hand me your shoe-locker key and I'll give you your changing-room key and spa clothes. Pay for sikhye and roasted eggs with your wristband key."
Inside Korean jjimjilbangs, you tap your electronic wristband for sweet rice punch (식혜, sikhye) and sauna-baked eggs (맥반석 계란), then settle the tab when checking out.
K-Beauty · Shopping, K-Beauty & Tax Refund
I have sensitive / dry / oily skin — which soothing cream or sunscreen is most popular?
피부가 민감성(건성/지성)인데 요즘 제일 잘 나가는 진정 크림이나 선크림 추천해 주세요.
Pibuga mingamseong (geonseong / jiseong)inde yojeum jeil jal naganeun jinjeong keurimina seonkeurim chucheonhae juseyo.
"어성초·시카(Cica) 라인이랑 수분 선크림이 제일 인기 많아요. 손등에 테스트해 보세요!" (Eoseongcho / Sika rain-irang subun seonkeurimi jeil ingi manayo. Sondeung-e teseuteuhae boseyo!)
→ "The Heartleaf / Cica line and moisturizing sunscreens are our #1 sellers. Test them on the back of your hand!"
Key K-Beauty words: 진정 (calming/soothing), 수분/보습 (hydrating), 미백 (brightening), 어성초 (Heartleaf), 시카 (Cica/Centella).
Shopping · Shopping, K-Beauty & Tax Refund
Can I get a new unopened piece from stock?
진열 상품 말고 새 상품(재고)으로 꺼내 주실 수 있나요?
Jinyeol sangpum malgo sae sangpum (jaego)euro kkeonae jusil su innayo?
"네, 창고에서 새 상품으로 가져다 드릴게요." (Ne, changgoeseo sae sangpumeuro gajyeoda deurilgeyo.)
→ "Yes, I will bring a brand-new item from the stockroom."
Always check whether the box on the shelf says TESTER (테스터) before taking it to the register.
Shopping · Shopping, K-Beauty & Tax Refund
What is this shoe / clothing size in Korean millimeters (mm) or 90/95/100/105?
이 신발(옷) 한국 사이즈로 몇 밀리(mm) / 몇 호(90·95·100·105)인가요?
I sinbal (ot) Hanguk saijeuro myeot milli (mm) / myeot ho (90, 95, 100, 105)ingayo?
"신발은 240mm~280mm 단위로 나오고, 상의는 95(M), 100(L), 105(XL)입니다." (Sinbareun ibaeksasip~ibaekpalsip milli danwiro naogo, sang-uineun gusibo (M), baek (L), baego (XL)imnida.)
→ "Shoes run in 5mm increments (240–280mm), and tops are 95 (M), 100 (L), 105 (XL)."
Use our Korean Shoe & Clothing Size Converter (/tools/size-converter/) for instant US/EU/UK to Korean size lookups.
Shopping · Shopping, K-Beauty & Tax Refund
Can I pay with Apple Pay / foreign Visa or Mastercard / WOWPASS?
애플페이나 해외 비자·마스터카드(와우패스) 결제 되나요?
Aepeulpeina haeoe Bija / Maseuteokadeu (Waupaeseu) gyeolje doenayo?
"네, IC칩을 단말기 아래쪽에 꽂아 주세요." (Ne, IC-chibeul danmalgi araejjoge kkoja juseyo.)
→ "Yes, please insert the IC chip into the bottom slot of the terminal."
In Korea, physical chip insertion (IC칩 삽입) works everywhere even if contactless NFC tap (Apple Pay) isn't supported at that terminal.
Pharmacy (약국) · Pharmacy & Medical
Do you have band-aids / hydrocolloid blister patches / pimple patches?
물집 패치(메디폼/습윤밴드)랑 여드름 패치, 일회용 밴드 주세요.
Muljip paechi (Medipom / seubyun-baendeu)rang yeodeureum paechi, ilhoeyong baendeu juseyo.
"네, 상처 크기에 맞게 잘라 쓰는 타입이랑 원형 패치 있어요." (Ne, sangcheo keugie matge jalla sseuneun taib-irang wonhyeong paechi isseoyo.)
→ "Yes, we have cut-to-size hydrocolloid sheets and round patches."
Korean pharmacies and Olive Young carry world-famous hydrocolloid blister pads and acne patches.
Pharmacy (약국) · Pharmacy & Medical
Do you have muscle pain relief patches (파스 Paseu) for sore legs/feet from walking?
많이 걸어서 다리와 발바닥이 아픈데 붙이는 파스(쿨파스) 주세요.
Mani georeoseo dariwa balbadagi apeunde buchineun paseu (kulpaseu) juseyo.
"시원한 쿨파스랑 동전파스 중에 어떤 걸로 드릴까요?" (Siwonhan kulpaseurang dongjeonpaseu jung-e eotteon geollo deurilkkayo?)
→ "Would you like cooling patches or coin-sized patches?"
After 20,000-step sightseeing days in Seoul, Korean pharmacy 'Paseu' (파스) cooling patches are a lifesaver.
Pharmacy (약국) · Pharmacy & Medical
Do you have motion sickness medicine (for ferry to Ulleungdo / Jeju / coastal buses)?
배(버스) 멀미약 마시는 걸로 주세요. 출발 몇 분 전에 먹어야 하나요?
Bae (beoseu) meolmiyak masineun geollo juseyo. Chulbal myeot bun jeone meogeoya hanayo?
"탑승 30분 전에 한 병 다 마시면 됩니다." (Tapseung samsip-bun jeone han byeong da masimyeon doemnida.)
→ "Drink one small bottle 30 minutes before boarding."
Liquid motion sickness bottles (키미테/소보민) are sold at every Korean pharmacy and port terminal.
Emergency 112 / 1330 · Pharmacy & Medical
I lost my wallet / passport / phone — where is the nearest police box (Pachulso)?
지갑(여권·휴대폰)을 분실했어요. 가장 가까운 파출소(경찰서)나 분실물 센터가 어디인가요?
Jigap (yeogwon / hyudaepon)eul bunsilhaesseoyo. Gajang gakkaun pachulso (gyeongchalseo)na bunsilmul senteoga eodiingayo?
"역무실 분실물 센터에 먼저 확인해 보시고, 바로 앞 파출소로 안내해 드릴게요." (Yeongmusil bunsilmul senteoe meonjeo hwaginhae bosigo, baro ap pachulsoro annaehae deurilgeyo.)
→ "Check the station lost-and-found office first, and I'll point you to the police box right out front."
You can also dial 1330 (Korea Travel Helpline, 24/7 free English/Japanese/Chinese interpretation) from any phone—they will call the subway or taxi company for you!
Dining · Dining & Korean BBQ
Is this pork, beef, chicken, or fish?
이거 돼지고기예요, 소고기예요, 닭고기예요, 아니면 생선이에요?
Igeo dwaejigogiyeyo, sogogiyeyo, dakgogiyeyo, animyeon saengseonieyo?
"이 메뉴는 소고기(한우)가 들어갑니다." (I menyuneun sogogi (hanu)ga deureogamnida.)
→ "This dish contains beef (Hanwoo)."
Quick meat-identification check: 돼지고기 (pork), 소고기 (beef), 닭고기 (chicken), 오리고기 (duck), 생선 (fish).
Dining · Dining & Korean BBQ
Could we get small sharing plates (apjeopsi) and napkins?
앞접시랑 냅킨(물티슈) 좀 더 주세요.
Apjeopsirang naepkin (multisyu) jom deo juseyo.
"네, 앞접시랑 물티슈 가져다 드릴게요." (Ne, apjeopsirang multisyu gajyeoda deurilgeyo.)
→ "Yes, I will bring sharing plates and wet wipes."
Ask for 물티슈 (multisyu) for wet hand wipes.
Dining · Dining & Korean BBQ
Where are the spoons and chopsticks? (In the drawer under the table!)
수저(숟가락·젓가락)가 어디에 있나요?
Sujeo (sutgarak / jeotgarak)ga eodie innayo?
"식탁 옆면 아래 서랍을 열어 보시면 수저와 냅킨이 들어 있어요!" (Siktak yeommyeon arae seorabeul yeoreo bosimyeon sujeowa naepkini deureo isseoyo!)
→ "Pull open the hidden drawer under the side edge of your table—spoons, chopsticks, and napkins are inside!"
90% of Korean casual restaurants hide utensils and napkins in a sliding drawer built right into the side of the table!
Dining · Dining & Korean BBQ
Can we split the bill or pay separately by card?
각자 따로 계산(더치페이)할 수 있나요?
Gakja ttaro gyesan (deochipei)hal su innayo?
"네, 금액이나 메뉴 말씀해 주시면 카드로 나눠서 결제해 드릴게요." (Ne, geumaegina menyu malsseumhae jusimyeon kadeuro nanwoseo gyeoljehae deurilgeyo.)
→ "Yes, tell me the amounts or items and I will split it across your cards."
Korean POS registers easily split payments across multiple credit cards.
Solo Dining (혼밥) · Solo Dining & Spice
How do I order on this kiosk? Can I switch it to English?
키오스크 영어 화면은 어디를 누르면 되나요? 도와주실 수 있나요?
Kioseukeu yeongeo hwamyeoneun eodireul nureumyeon doenayo? Dowajusil su innayo?
"화면 맨 아래(또는 오른쪽 위) 지구본 모양(English) 버튼을 누르시면 돼요." (Hwamyeon maen arae (ttoneun oreunjjok wi) jigubon moyang (English) beoteuneul nureusimyeon dwaeyo.)
→ "Tap the globe icon (English) at the bottom or top-right of the screen."
If a Korean kiosk rejects your foreign card, show the staff and pay at the counter (카운터 결제).
Solo Dining (혼밥) · Solo Dining & Spice
The kiosk didn't accept my foreign credit card — may I pay at the counter?
키오스크에서 해외 카드 인식이 안 되는데 카운터에서 결제해도 될까요?
Kioseukeueseo haeoe kadeu insigi an doeneunde kaunteoeseo gyeoljehaedo doelkkayo?
"네, 카운터 단말기에서 바로 결제해 드릴게요." (Ne, kaunteo danmalgieseo baro gyeoljehae deurilgeyo.)
→ "Yes, I will process your card right here at the counter terminal."
Some self-order kiosks only read domestic cards, while the main register terminal accepts all international Visa/Mastercard/Amex cards.
Café · Cafes, Bakeries & Bars
Does this pastry or cake contain nuts or alcohol?
이 빵(케이크)에 견과류(땅콩·호두·아몬드)나 알코올(럼주)이 들어가나요?
I ppang (keikeu)e gyeongwaryu (ttangkong, hodu, amondeu)na alkool (reomju)i deureoganayo?
"아몬드 가루가 조금 들어가고 알코올은 안 들어갑니다." (Amondeu garuga jogeum deureogago alkooreun an deureogamnida.)
→ "It contains a little almond flour, and no alcohol."
Many French-style Korean bakeries use almond flour (아몬드 파우더) in financiers, madeleines, and croissants.
Café · Cafes, Bakeries & Bars
Can we sit upstairs / on the rooftop terrace?
2층(루프탑 테라스) 자리에 앉아도 되나요?
I-cheung (rupeutap teraseu) jarie anjado doenayo?
"네, 먼저 자리 맡으신 후에 내려오셔서 주문해 주세요." (Ne, meonjeo jari mateusin hue naeryeoosyeoseo jumunhae juseyo.)
→ "Yes! Grab a seat upstairs first, then come down to place your order."
In Korean cafés, it is completely normal and expected to claim a table first (often by leaving a jacket or umbrella) before ordering at the counter!
Subway · KTX, Subway & Bus
Where can I refund the ₩500 deposit on my single-journey subway card?
1회용 교통카드 보증금(500원) 환급기는 어디에 있나요?
Ilhoeyong gyotongkadeu bojeunggeum (obaegwon) hwangeupgineun eodie innayo?
"개찰구 밖 티머니 충전기 옆 보증금 환급기에 카드를 넣으시면 500원 나옵니다." (Gaechalgu bak Timeoni chungjeongi yeop bojeunggeum hwangeupgie kadeureul neoeusimyeon obaegwon naomnida.)
→ "Insert the card into the Deposit Refund Machine next to the T-money machines outside the gates to get your ₩500 coin back."
Single-ride subway cards include a refundable ₩500 deposit.
KTX & Rail · KTX, Subway & Bus
Does this KTX stop at Gyeongju Station (신경주/경주역) or Busan Station?
이 KTX 열차가 경주역(부산역)에 정차하나요?
I KTX yeolchaga Gyeongjuyeok (Busanyeok)e jeongchahanayo?
"네, 이 열차는 경주역과 울산역을 거쳐 부산역까지 갑니다." (Ne, i yeolchaneun Gyeongjuyeokgwa Ulsanyeogeul geochyeo Busanyeokkkaji gamnida.)
→ "Yes, this train stops at Gyeongju and Ulsan on the way to Busan Station."
Note: 'Singyeongju Station' was officially renamed 'Gyeongju Station' (경주역).
Taxi · Taxis & Directions
Could you turn the air conditioning up / down a little, please?
에어컨(히터) 온도 조금만 조절해 주실 수 있나요?
Eeokeon (hiteo) ondo jogeumman jojeolhae jusil su innayo?
"네, 바로 조절해 드릴게요. 추우시면 말씀하세요." (Ne, baro jojeolhae deurilgeyo. Chuusimyeon malsseumhaseyo.)
→ "Yes, I'll adjust it right now. Let me know if you're cold."
Polite way to ask a taxi driver to adjust the cabin temperature.
Taxi · Taxis & Directions
We have 3 large suitcases — will they fit in the trunk?
큰 캐리어가 세 개인데 트렁크와 뒷좌석에 실을 수 있을까요?
Keun kaerieoga se gaeinde teureongkeuwa dwitjwaseoge sireul su isseulkkayo?
"LPG 차량이라 트렁크에는 한두 개 들어가고 나머지는 안에 실어야 해요." (LPG charyang-ira teureongkeueneun handu gae deureogago nameojineun ane sireoya haeyo.)
→ "Because this is an LPG taxi, 1–2 bags fit in the trunk and the rest go inside."
Important Korea tip: many standard Korean sedan taxis run on LPG gas and have a cylindrical tank in the trunk, leaving room for only 1 large + 1 medium suitcase!
CU / GS25 · Convenience Stores (편의점)
Do you sell standard trash bags (Jongnyangje 봉투) for our Airbnb?
이 동네(구) 일반 쓰레기 종량제 봉투(10리터/20리터)랑 음식물 쓰레기 봉투 주세요.
I dongne (gu) ilban sseuregi jongnyangje bongtu (10L / 20L)rang eumsingmul sseuregi bongtu juseyo.
"네, 일반 쓰레기 봉투랑 노란색 음식물 봉투 여기 있습니다." (Ne, ilban sseuregi bongturang noransaek eumsingmul bongtu yeogi itseumnida.)
→ "Yes, here are the general district trash bags and yellow food-waste bags."
Essential for Airbnb guests in Seoul/Busan: every district (gu) requires its own color-coded municipal trash bag (종량제 봉투) sold behind the convenience store counter!
Hotel · Hotels, Hanok & Ondol
Where do we separate recycling and food waste in this Airbnb / residence?
분리수거장(재활용)과 음식물 쓰레기 버리는 곳이 어디인가요?
Bullisugeojang (jaehwalyong)gwa eumsingmul sseuregi beorineun gosi eodiingayo?
"건물 1층 주차장 옆 분리수거함에 버리시면 됩니다." (Geonmul il-cheung juchajang yeop bullisugeohame beorisimyeon doemnida.)
→ "Dispose of them in the recycling bins next to the 1st-floor parking area."
South Korea has strict recycling (재활용) and food-waste (음식물 쓰레기) separation.
Shopping · Shopping, K-Beauty & Tax Refund
Where is the nearest Global ATM (foreign card ATM) or currency exchange?
해외 카드 되는 글로벌 ATM(외화 ATM)이나 환전소가 어디에 있나요?
Haeoe kadeu doeneun Geulleobeol ATM-ina hwanjeonsoga eodie innayo?
"지하철역 개찰구 옆이나 편의점(CU·GS25), 은행에 글로벌 ATM이 있어요." (Jihacheol-yeok gaechalgu yeopina pyeonuijeom, eunhaeng-e Geulleobeol ATM-i isseoyo.)
→ "There is a Global ATM next to the subway gates, inside CU/GS25, or at the bank."
Look for the 'Global ATM' sticker on Woori Bank, KB Kookmin, Shinhan, Hana Bank, or Nice/Lotte convenience store ATMs.
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