Korean Phrases

  • [Situational Korean] Example Sentences with 여기, 거기, 저기, and 어디

    Today, following the last post, I will show you some example sentences using 여기 (Yuh-gee), 거기 (Guh-gee), 저기 (Juh-gee), and 어디 (Uh-dee). The full sentence is actually “여기가 어디예요?(uh-gee-ga uh-dee-yeh-yo?)” But in Korea, particles are often dropped in everyday conversation. Speaking without particles can sometimes sound more natural and more like a local Korean…

  • [Situational Korean] Here, There, Over There, and Where in Korean

    Today, let’s learn some simple Korean words! We will learn “여기(Yuh-gee),” “거기(Guh-gee),” “저기(Juh-gee),” and “어디(Uh-dee).” These are words you will often use when asking for directions in Korea. 여기 (Yuh-gee) English Meaning: Here Use this when: You are talking about a place close to you, the speaker. Dictionary Pronunciation: Yeo-gi Easy Pronunciation: Yuh-gee 거기…

  • [Situational Korean] Shopping in Korea: Easy Korean Phrases

    One thing you will almost definitely do while traveling is shopping! Today, let’s learn some simple Korean phrases you can use when shopping in Korea. How much is this? Use this when you want to ask the price of something. Korean: 이거 얼마예요? Dictionary Pronunciation: I-geo eol-ma-ye-yo Easy Pronunciation: Ee-guh uhl-ma-yeh-yo? Can I try…

  • [Situational Korean] Going to a Hair Salon in Korea: Korean Phrases for Beginners

    I heard that many foreigners visit hair salons in Korea these days. Maybe it is because hair salons in Korea can be more affordable than in some other countries, and the service is often good. Of course, it depends on the salon. Today, I will introduce some Korean phrases that beginners can use at…

  • [Sentence Patterns] How to Use “어디예요?” in Korean: Very Basic

    This may be one of the most useful sentence patterns when traveling. It is “어디예요?” (uh-dee-yeh-yo). You can use it when you want to ask where something is. This one is really easy too. In Korean, the place or thing you are asking about usually comes before “어디예요?” (uh-dee-yeh-yo). So you can simply say:…

  • [Situational Korean] What to Say in Korean When You Get Lost on the Subway or Bus

    Following the last post, let’s learn how to ask for help when you get lost. Sometimes, you may feel confused after getting on a subway or bus in Korea. So today, let’s learn some Korean phrases you can use in that situation. Where am I? Use this when you do not know which station…

  • [Situational Korean] What to Say in Korean When You Get Lost

    One of the most stressful moments when traveling abroad is getting lost. But before we start, here is one important tip. Google Maps is not very convenient in Korea. Koreans do not usually use Google Maps when getting around inside Korea. In Korea, the map made by NAVER is much more accurate and detailed.…

  • [Situational Korean : Role-Play] Convenience Store Shopping in Korea

    What if you come to Korea and visit a convenience store? There are a few things the staff may ask you. Today, let’s practice a role-play using the convenience store Korean phrases we learned last time. (The staff takes the item.) (The staff puts chopsticks in the bag.) Was it a little longer than…

  • [Situational Korean] Convenience Store Shopping in Korea: Easy Korean Phrases

    There are so many convenience stores in Korea. I often go to convenience stores because there is one right in front of my home. For this post, I visited a convenience store one more time, and honestly, there was almost no conversation. Haha. So today, I will introduce some simple Korean phrases you can…

  • [Situational Korean : Role-Play] How to Order Coffee at a Cafe in Korea

    Today, let’s practice a Korean cafe role-play using only the sentences we learned last time. (Paying by card) In Korea, you may receive a receipt with an order number on it. In that case, when your drink is ready, the staff will call your order number. Or sometimes, the staff will give you a…