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Use itThe dependable greeting for staff, strangers, older people, and new acquaintances.

Use itThe safest all-purpose expression of thanks.

Use itAnother polite form of thanks, slightly warmer in tone than gamsahamnida.

Use itUse for a sincere apology or when inconveniencing someone.

Use itUse before interrupting, entering, or asking a stranger a question.

Use itA polite affirmative; it can also signal that you are listening.

Use itA polite negative for everyday situations.

Use itUseful for reassurance or a gentle refusal; context and tone shape the meaning.

Use itA modest, polite way to say you do not know.

Use itSay this before asking for repetition or clarification.

Use itA respectful request for repetition.

Use itUseful when you understand some Korean but need a slower pace.

Use itAsk before switching languages rather than assuming.

Use itA respectful first-meeting question; seongham is an honorific word for name.

Use itPut your name before yeyo; after a consonant, imnida is an easy formal alternative.

Use itA standard, respectful response after an introduction.

Use itPolite small talk with a new acquaintance.

Use itInsert your country or city before eseo.

Use itA natural conversation starter with a local or host.

Use itSets expectations while showing that you are making an effort.

Use itOften invites patience or friendly encouragement.

Use itWorks for food, places, activities, or products when the context is clear.

Use itAsk before photographing a person, shop interior, performance, or private space.

Use itA friendly invitation phrased politely.

Use itA warm, polite goodbye when you may meet again.

Use itA friendly closing with staff, hosts, or new acquaintances.

Use itA high-value question in stations, restaurants, and public buildings.

Use itAsk while showing the station name or map if possible.

Use itPoint to a destination on your phone or map.

Use itShow a driver the written address or map pin.

Use itUseful before deciding whether to walk or ride.

Use itAsk about travel or walking time; the answer may depend on traffic.

Use itSeoul subway exits are numbered, so the exit can matter as much as the station.

Use itInsert the station name and confirm before boarding.

Use itUse for subway or bus connections.

Use itUse at a staffed counter; many subway purchases are made at machines.

Use itUse at a convenience store or staffed location that reloads transit cards.

Use itUseful in a taxi when it is safe and permitted to stop.

Use itInsert the stop or destination; showing the Hangul name helps.

Use itThe particle jom softens the request in everyday service Korean.

Use itSay when entering a restaurant alone.

Use itA natural way to ask staff or a local what is delicious.

Use itPoint clearly to the menu item or display.

Use itA polite request for water at a restaurant.

Use itAsk before ordering; some prepared dishes cannot be adjusted.

Use itFollow with specific ingredient questions because broth, fish sauce, and garnishes can vary.

Use itClarify whether fish, seafood, broth, egg, or dairy are also excluded.

Use itInsert the allergen and show a detailed translated allergy card for a serious allergy.

!Do not rely on this short phrase alone for severe allergies or cross-contact requirements.

Use itAsk about the specific dish and clarify cross-contact separately if needed.

Use itA warm compliment to staff, a cook, or a host.

Use itAsk when you are ready to pay; payment may happen at the counter.

Use itAsk whether takeaway is possible rather than assuming every dish can be packed.

Use itA simple utensil request.

Use itPoint to the item if needed.

Use itUse when you have decided to buy an item.

Use itA concise everyday question; accepted payment methods vary.

Use itUseful at smaller vendors or when a card reader is not visible.

Use itAsk at the register.

Use itSay before the transaction is completed when possible.

Use itBags may cost extra, depending on the shop.

Use itShow the item and indicate the size you need.

Use itA standard product question.

Use itAsk staff before using a fitting room.

Use itShow a picture or the name of the item.

Use itReserve this for places where bargaining is clearly part of the exchange.

!Do not bargain at department stores, convenience stores, restaurants, or other fixed-price businesses.

Use itA friendly response when staff offer assistance.

Use itGive the name used for the booking.

Use itUse at reception with your booking details ready.

Use itInsert the booking name.

Use itAsk reception or your host.

Use itA concise housekeeping request.

Use itReport the issue to reception or your host.

Use itA direct maintenance request.

Use itAsk about luggage storage before check-in or after checkout.

Use itConfirm the property's own checkout time.

Use itMake the request politely; availability is not guaranteed.

Use itTell reception promptly and be ready to confirm the booking.

Use itA polite housekeeping request.

Use itAsk when the entrance, raised floor, or accommodation custom is unclear.

Use itCall out clearly when you need immediate help.

Use itA direct request in an urgent police situation.

Use itUse for an urgent medical emergency.

Use itRaise the alarm clearly and follow staff or emergency instructions.

Use itAsk nearby staff or authorities and show your location if useful.

Use itUse for non-emergency pharmacy needs.

Use itA general statement; point to the affected area or add symptoms if you can.

Use itPoint to the injury if appropriate.

Use itShow the written destination or accommodation address.

Use itReport loss or suspected theft to the appropriate staff or police.

Use itAsk police and your embassy or consulate for the current replacement process.

Use itAsk nearby staff about lost property and report suspected theft appropriately.

Use itAsk staff, police, or bystanders when details are hard to communicate.

Use itA firm boundary; context determines whether it refers to you or an object.

Use itA lively reaction among peers when something is impressive or surprising.

!Highly casual; avoid in formal or service interactions.

Use itA friendly expression of surprise; the yo ending keeps it polite.

Use itA warm, restrained reaction to a place, idea, or experience.

Use itA versatile compliment for style, skill, or a view.

Use itCommon for animals, designs, and objects; be thoughtful when applying it to adults.

Use itA positive response to an activity, story, or conversation.

Use itEasy, neutral small talk in a lift, shop, or shared activity.

Use itSay when raising drinks with a group.

Use itSupportive encouragement for someone facing effort or difficulty.

Use itWarmly acknowledges someone's work after a shared task or service.

Use itA friendly comment at the end of an outing or gathering.

Use itA relaxed but polite goodbye.

Use itSay to someone who is leaving when you are already on familiar terms.

!With a stranger, elder, or host, annyeonghi gaseyo is more respectful.

Use itPopular encouragement among friends, colleagues, and fans.

!Casual Konglish; use it for friendly encouragement, not formal consolation.

Use itEnthusiastic praise that is friendly but more casual than jeongmal masisseoyo.

Use itA playful agreement among friends, borrowed from the English word call.

!Avoid with staff, elders, or in formal conversation.

Use itA natural way to ask about mobile or contactless payment; wallet and terminal support varies.

Use itAsk before staff begin the transaction, especially with a group.

Use itUse to clarify add-ons before agreeing to a service or booking; routine tipping is not expected.

Use itUse politely only when cash change appears to have been missed.

Use itAsk when several items or charges make the final amount unclear.

Use itPoint to the receipt or terminal and use this softened wording to request a check.

Use itConfirm the result with staff before retrying so you do not pay twice.