Essential Korean phrases for beginners to kickstart your language journey easily

 Interested in learning Korean? Great! In this guide, we'll explore some basic Korean phrases that are perfect for beginners. Whether you're planning a trip, making new friends, or just curious about the language, these phrases will help you get started on your Korean learning journey.

If u still haven't read my earlier article "Korean Phrases for Beginners That Will Help You Start Easy" go for it first. The basis of the Korean language ( hangul ) starts from there, this lesson is going to be a little upper level of basics. There we discussed 5 lessons { initial Korean phrases; introduction phrases; conversation during food; compliment phrases; conversation about study related }

 

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"KOREAN PHRASES FOR BEGINNERS"

LESSON: 6

{ imp phrases for tourist }

Here are important phrases for tourists: useful expressions for basic communication during travel. These help in various situations, making interactions smoother.

1. Hello

안녕하세요   (Annyeonghaseyo)

2. Thank you

감사합니다   (Gamsahamnida)

3. Excuse me

실례합니다   (Sillyehamnida)

4. Where is [place]?

 [Place] 어디에요?  (Eodieyo ?)

5. How much is it?

얼마에요?    (Eolmaeyo?)

6. Please give me [item]

[Item] 주세요   (Juseyo)

7. Help!

도와주세요!   (Dowajuseyo!)

8. Can you speak English?

영어 할 수 있어요?   (Yeongeo hal su isseoyo?)

9. I don’t know.

몰라요     (Mollayo)

LESSON: 7

{ Daily activities and morning routine }

Here are phrases for daily activities and morning routines: helpful expressions to describe common tasks. These make discussing everyday habits easier.

1. What have you been up to lately?

요즘에는 뭐 해요?  (yojeumeneun mwo haeyo)

2. Good morning

 좋은 아침이에요.   ( joeun achimieyo )

3. Did you sleep well?

 잠 잘 잤어?   (jam jal jasso)

4. Yeah, I slept well.

네, 잘 잤어요.   (jal jassoyeo)

5. What are we having for breakfast.

아침 식사 뭐 먹을까요?  (achim sikssa mwo mogeulkkayo)

6. Are you up?

 일어났어?  (ironasso)

7. I'm still a bit sleepy

나는 아직도 조금 졸리다   (naneun ajiktto jogeum jolrida)

8. I want some more sleep

 잠을 좀 더 자고 싶다   (jameul jom do jago siptta)

9. Did you brush your teeth?

양치질하셨나요  (yangchijilhasyonnayo)

10. I want to drink some coffee.

나는 커피를 마시고 싶다   (naneun kopireul masigo siptta)

11. What do you want for breakfast?

 아침에는 뭐 먹을래?   (achimeneun mwo mogeulrae)

LESSON: 8  

{ Conversations during Tea/Cofee break }

Here are phrases for conversations during tea/coffee breaks: casual expressions to chat about light topics. These make social interactions more relaxed and enjoyable.

 1. Hello, everyone! How's your day going?

 안녕하세요, 여러분! 오늘 하루는 어떠세요?   (annyonghaseyo yorobun oneul haruneun ottoseyo)

2. Would you like to have a cup of tea?

차 한 잔 마실래요?  (cha han jan masilraeyo)

3. What you wanna drink?

뭐 마실래?  (mwo masilrae ) [very informal ]

4. Would you wanna drink coffee ?

커피 마실래요. (koepi masilraeyo ?)

5. I like to have coffee.

저는 커피가 좋아요 /  저 커피 할래요  (joneun kopiga joayo / jo kopi halraeyo)

6. What would you like to order?

무엇을 주문하시겠어요?" (formal)  (muoseul jumunhasigessoyo)

7. What would you like to order?

무엇을 주문할래요?" (informal) (muoseul jumunhalraeyo)

LESSON: 9

   { Conversations during Shopping in Korea }

Here are phrases for conversations during shopping in Korea: useful expressions to ask about prices, sizes, and products. These make shopping experiences smoother and more enjoyable.

1. How much is this?

이거 얼마예요?  (Igeo eolma yeyo?) 

2.  Is there a discount?

할인 있어요?  (Harin isseoyo?) 

3. It’s too expensive.

너무 비싸요  (Neomu bissayo) 

4. Can you give me a discount?

조금 깎아 주세요  (Jogeum kkakka juseyo) 

 5. I’ll pay in cash.

현금으로 할게요  (Hyeongeumeuro halgeyo) 

6. Please give me a bag.

봉투 주세요  (Bongtu juseyo) 

7. Can I exchange this?

교환 돼요?  (Gyohwan dwaeyo?) 

8. Can I get a refund?

환불 가능해요?  (Hwanbul ganeunghaeyo?)

 

9. I’ll use it well.

잘 쓸게요 (Jal sseulgeyo) 

(common when receiving something you’ve purchased)

LESSON: 10

{ Conversations during night time/bedtime}   

Here are phrases for conversations during nighttime/bedtime: soothing expressions for discussing plans, or wishing goodnight. These help create a calm, relaxing atmosphere.

1. Have you had dinner?

저녁 먹었어요?   (jonyok mogossoyo)

2. Did you brush your teeth and wash up?

칫솔이랑 다 씻었어?  (chitssorirang da ssisosso)

3. You've had a long day / You've worked hard today.

오늘 하루 수고했어요.  (oneul haru sugohaessoyo)

 

4. When are you going to sleep?

 언제 자려고 해?  (onje jaryogo hae)

5. I should go to bed.

자야겠다.  (jayagettta)

6.  I have to wake up early tomorrow.

내일 일찍 일어나야 돼.  (naeil iljjik ironaya dwae)

7. I hope I sleep well.

잘 잤으면 좋겠다.  (jal jasseumyon jokettta)

8. I'm so tired.

너무 피곤하다.  (nomu pigonhada)

9. I'm so sleepy.

너무 졸려요.  (nomu jolryoyo)

10. But I can't fall asleep.

잠이 안 와.  (jami an wa)

11. You shouldn't use your phone in bed.

침대에 누워서 전화하면 안 돼.  (chimdaee nuwoso jonhwahamyon an dwae)

12. Goodnight, have sweet dreams.

잘 자, 꿈 좋은 거 꿔.  (jal ja kkum joeun go kkwo)

 

That wraps up our beginner's guide to Korean phrases! We've covered some basic expressions to help you get started on your Korean learning adventure. Remember, practice is key, so keep using these phrases in your everyday life to improve your skills. Don't worry about making mistakes - it's all part of the learning process. Keep exploring the Korean language and culture, and soon you'll find yourself speaking Korean with confidence. Enjoy your language journey, and have fun discovering the beauty of Korean!

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