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Korean for a Business Trip: Meetings, Cards, Dinner, and Polite Exits

A few formal phrases make introductions and hosted dinners smoother. Use them as respectful signals, then continue the detailed discussion in the shared business language.

These phrases use polite Korean suitable for most adult travel interactions. Service details can change, so confirm schedules, eligibility, fees, and emergency availability with the linked official source.

Use in order

Phrases for this situation

First introduction

안녕하세요. 만나서 반갑습니다.

Annyeonghaseyo. Mannaseo bangapseumnida.

Hello. It is nice to meet you.

You may hear

네, 저도 반갑습니다.

Yes, nice to meet you too.

The -습니다 style is formal and safe for a first business meeting.

Introducing your company

저는 코코AI의 제이크입니다.

Jeoneun Koko AI-ui Jeikeuimnida.

I am Jake from Koko AI.

You may hear

말씀 많이 들었습니다.

I have heard a lot about you.

Replace both company and name. Show your business card so the spelling is clear.

Offering a business card

제 명함입니다.

Je myeonghamimnida.

This is my business card.

You may hear

감사합니다.

Thank you.

In formal settings, offer and receive the card attentively, often with both hands.

Opening a meeting

오늘 시간 내 주셔서 감사합니다.

Oneul sigan nae jusyeoseo gamsahamnida.

Thank you for making time today.

You may hear

와 주셔서 감사합니다.

Thank you for coming.

This is a natural opening before the agenda begins.

Checking information

잠시 확인해 보겠습니다.

Jamsi hwaginhae bogetseumnida.

Let me check for a moment.

You may hear

네, 천천히 확인하세요.

Yes, take your time checking.

Use this instead of guessing when a number or detail is uncertain.

Promising a follow-up

자료를 이메일로 보내 드리겠습니다.

Jaryoreul imeillo bonae deurigetseumnida.

I will send the materials by email.

You may hear

네, 부탁드립니다.

Yes, please do.

자료 can mean materials, documents, or supporting information.

Declining alcohol politely

죄송하지만 술은 잘 못 마십니다.

Joesonghajiman sureun jal mot masimnida.

I am sorry, but I do not drink alcohol well.

You may hear

그럼 음료수 드릴게요.

Then I will get you a soft drink.

You do not need to give a medical or personal reason.

Thanking a host

오늘 초대해 주셔서 감사합니다.

Oneul chodaehae jusyeoseo gamsahamnida.

Thank you for inviting me today.

You may hear

와 주셔서 감사합니다.

Thank you for coming.

Use this near the end of a hosted meal or event.

Leaving before others

저는 먼저 가 보겠습니다.

Jeoneun meonjeo ga bogetseumnida.

I will head out first.

You may hear

네, 조심히 들어가세요.

Okay, get home safely.

This is a polite exit. Add 오늘 감사했습니다 to thank the group again.

Requesting a business receipt

영수증을 받을 수 있을까요?

Yeongsujeungeul badeul su isseulkkayo?

Could I receive a receipt?

You may hear

종이 영수증으로 드릴까요?

Would you like a paper receipt?

Specify 종이 영수증 for a paper receipt if expense reporting requires it.

Field notes

Use Korean for courtesy, not negotiation detail

A greeting, thanks, and polite close can build warmth. Use the shared business language for scope, legal terms, numbers, and commitments that must be exact.

Do not invent hierarchy rules

Company culture varies. Observe the host, ask when uncertain, and avoid treating every age or title difference as a fixed ritual.

Before you go

Quick checklist

  • Company and name written in Korean if available
  • Business cards ready
  • Dietary and alcohol preferences stated plainly
  • Receipt requirements known before payment

Official sources and current details

Language checked 2026-07-10. Follow the source for time-sensitive operating information.