Korean Shopping Words & Phrases
Shopping in Korea is an experience — from bustling traditional markets to sleek department stores and massive online platforms. Knowing shopping vocabulary helps you find deals, ask about sizes, negotiate prices, and navigate Korea's retail world like a local.
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얼마
Eolma
How much
Beginner싸다
Ssada
Cheap
Beginner비싸다
Bissada
Expensive
Beginner이거 얼마예요
Igeo eolmayeyo
How much is this?
Beginner있어요
Isseoyo
Do you have...?
Beginner할인
Halin
Discount
Beginner세일
Seil
Sale
Beginner사이즈
Saiseu
Size
Beginner탈의실
Taleusil
Fitting room
Beginner현금
Hyeongeum
Cash
Beginner영수증
Yeongsujeung
Receipt
Beginner교환 / 환불
Gyohwan / Hwanbul
Exchange / Return
Beginner백화점
Baekwacheom
Department store
Beginner온라인 쇼핑
Onlain syoping
Online shopping
Beginner선물 포장
Seonmul pojang
Gift wrapping
Beginner득템
Deukttem
Bargain / Good deal
Intermediate화장품
Hwajangpum
Cosmetics
Beginner동대문
Dongdaemun
Fashion district
Beginner세금 환급
Segeum hwangeup
Tax refund
Intermediate시장
Sijang
Traditional market
Beginner색
Saek
Color
Beginner배송
Baesong
Delivery / Shipping
Beginner포인트
Pointeu
Loyalty points
Beginner포장
Pojang
Packaging
Beginner한정판
Hanjeongpan
Limited edition
Intermediate품절
Pumjeol
Sold out
Beginner인기 상품
Ingi sangpum
Best seller / Popular item
Beginner회원권
Hoewongwon
Membership
Beginner후기
Hugi
Product review
Beginner가짜
Gajja
Fake / Counterfeit
Intermediate입어보다
Ibeooboda
Try on (clothes)
Beginner브랜드
Beulaendeu
Brand
Beginner결제
Gyeollje
Payment
Beginner흥정
Heungjeong
Bargaining / Negotiating price
Intermediate신용카드
Sinyongkadeu
Credit Card
Beginner가격표
Gagyeokpyo
Price Tag
Beginner쇼핑백
Syopingbaek
Shopping Bag
Beginner쿠폰
Kupon
Coupon
Beginner타임세일
Taimseil
Flash Sale
Intermediate편의점
Pyeonuijeom
Convenience Store
Beginner중고 가게
Junggo Gage
Second-Hand Shop
Intermediate보증서
Bojeungseo
Warranty
Intermediate할부
Halbu
Installment Plan
Advanced스탬프 카드
Seutaempeu Kadeu
Stamp Card
Beginner오픈마켓
Opeumaket
Open Market
Intermediate캐시백
Kaesibaek
Cashback
Intermediate충동구매
Chungdong Gumae
Impulse Buying
Intermediate환불 정책
Hwanbul Jeongchaek
Refund Policy
Intermediate직불카드
jik-bul-ka-deu
Debit Card
Beginner바코드
ba-ko-deu
Barcode
Beginner재고 정리
jae-go jeong-ri
Clearance
Intermediate도매
do-mae
Wholesale
Intermediate소매
so-mae
Retail
Intermediate시장 가판대
si-jang ga-pan-dae
Market Stall
Beginner서점
seo-jeom
Bookstore
Beginner전자제품점
jeon-ja-je-pum-jeom
Electronics Store
Beginner의류점
ui-ryu-jeom
Clothing Store
Beginner신발가게
sin-bal-ga-ge
Shoe Store
Beginner보석가게
bo-seok-ga-ge
Jewelry Store
Beginner악세서리
ak-se-seo-ri
Accessories
Beginner지갑
ji-gap
Wallet
Beginner핸드백
haen-deu-baek
Purse
Beginner쇼핑 카트
syo-ping ka-teu
Shopping Cart
Beginner계산대
gye-san-dae
Checkout
Beginner계산원
gye-san-won
Cashier
Beginner셀프 계산
self gye-san
Self-Checkout
Intermediate할부
hal-bu
Installment Payment
Intermediate1+1
il-plus-il
Buy One Get One
Beginner무료 배송
mu-ryo bae-song
Free Shipping
Intermediate특급 배송
teuk-geup bae-song
Express Delivery
Intermediate반품 정책
ban-pum jeong-chaek
Return Policy
Intermediate보증
bo-jeung
Warranty
Intermediate상품 설명
sang-pum seol-myeong
Product Description
Intermediate고객 서비스
go-gaek seo-bi-seu
Customer Service
Intermediate불만
bul-man
Complaint
Intermediate환불
hwan-bul
Refund
Intermediate줄
jul
Queue Line
Beginner윈도우 쇼핑
win-do-u syo-ping
Window Shopping
Intermediate충동 구매
chung-dong gu-mae
Impulse Buy
Intermediate예산 쇼핑
ye-san syo-ping
Budget Shopping
Intermediate중고
jung-go
Second-Hand
Intermediate빈티지
bin-ti-ji
Vintage
Intermediate중고 가게
jung-go ga-ge
Thrift Store
Intermediate경매
gyeong-mae
Auction
Intermediate입찰
ip-chal
Bidding
Intermediate사전 주문
sa-jeon ju-mun
Pre-Order
Intermediate품절
pum-jeol
Out of Stock
Beginner재입고
jae-ip-go
Restock
Intermediate신상품
sin-sang-pum
New Arrival
Beginner베스트셀러
be-seu-teu-sel-leo
Bestseller
Intermediate최고 평점
choe-go pyeong-jeom
Top Rated
Intermediate비교 쇼핑
bi-gyo syo-ping
Comparison Shopping
Intermediate위시 리스트
wi-si ri-seu-teu
Wish List
Intermediate장바구니
jang-ba-gu-ni
Cart
Beginner주문 확인
ju-mun hwa-gin
Order Confirmation
Intermediate추적 번호
chu-jeok beon-ho
Tracking Number
Intermediate관세
gwan-se
Customs Duty
Advanced수입 상품
su-ip sang-pum
Import Goods
Intermediate면세점
myeon-se-jeom
Duty-Free Shop
Intermediate선물 가게
seon-mul ga-ge
Gift Shop
BeginnerNavigating the vibrant markets and modern malls of South Korea is an exciting experience, but it truly comes alive when you can confidently communicate your needs. For many visitors and residents alike, the most pressing questions often revolve around prices and availability. Knowing how to ask "How much is this?" or inquire about discounts can transform a simple transaction into a more engaging cultural exchange. Mastering a few essential Korean shopping phrases not only makes your shopping trips smoother but also deepens your connection with local culture. Understanding terms like 얼마 (Eolma) for "how much" or the direct phrase 이거 얼마예요 (Igeo eolmayeyo) is fundamental for any purchase. Beyond prices, you'll want to know if something is available using 있어요 (Isseoyo), or seek out a bargain with words like 할인 (Halin) for "discount" and 세일 (Seil) for "sale". These terms are practical tools that empower you to haggle politely, understand price tags, and make informed decisions. Whether you are looking for trendy fashion in Hongdae, fresh produce at a traditional market, or unique souvenirs, these phrases are your gateway to a more independent and enjoyable shopping adventure. They allow you to express curiosity, negotiate, and ultimately, get the best value for your money while respecting local customs. This linguistic foundation is crucial for anyone looking to fully immerse themselves in the Korean shopping experience, moving beyond pointing and gestures to genuine interaction.
Start with these shopping words
These entries give you the fastest route into this category: the Korean term, how it is pronounced, and the kind of real sentence where it appears.
얼마
Eolma
How much
Essential for shopping and eating out in Korea. '이거 얼마예요?' is the complete phrase. In traditional markets, you can often negotiate the price.
싸다
Ssada
Cheap
Useful when bargaining at Korean traditional markets like Namdaemun or Dongdaemun. The opposite is '비싸다 (bissada)' meaning expensive.
비싸다
Bissada
Expensive
Housing and beef are notoriously expensive in Korea. If something is too pricey, you can say '너무 비싸요' to express that the price is too high.
이거 얼마예요
Igeo eolmayeyo
How much is this?
The most essential shopping phrase. Works in any retail context. You can point to the item and say 이거 얼마예요? even if you don't know the item's name. Follow-up with 더 싸게 해주실 수 있어요? (Can you give me a discount?) at traditional markets.
있어요
Isseoyo
Do you have...?
Asking if a store has a specific item. Add the item before 있어요: 사이즈 작은 거 있어요? (Do you have a smaller size?), 다른 색 있어요? (Do you have another color?). 없어요 (eopsoyo) means 'we don't have it'.
할인
Halin
Discount
A reduction in price. 할인 받을 수 있어요? (Can I get a discount?), 세일 중이에요? (Is there a sale?). Traditional markets (시장) and some smaller shops allow negotiation. Department stores and large retailers typically have fixed prices but frequent seasonal sales.
세일
Seil
Sale
A period of reduced prices. 대세일 (big sale), 반값 세일 (half-price sale). Major Korean shopping events include Black Friday, End-of-Season Sales, and the Online Shopping Festival. 세일 상품 (sale items) are marked with red tags. Korean department stores have legendary White Sale and seasonal clearance events.
사이즈
Saiseu
Size
Clothing size. Korea uses its own sizing system — Korean sizes tend to run smaller than Western equivalents. 55 (SS), 66 (S/M), 77 (M/L), 88 (L/XL) are common Korean clothing size designations. 프리사이즈 (free size) means one-size-fits-all. Always check sizing charts when shopping online.
Frequently asked questions
What is the most common way to ask for the price of an item in Korea?+
The most common and polite way to ask 'How much is this?' is 이거 얼마예요 (Igeo eolmayeyo). You can point to the item while saying it. If you want to ask 'how much' in general, the word is 얼마 (Eolma). This direct approach is widely understood and appreciated by vendors.
How do I ask if a store carries a particular item or product?+
To ask 'Do you have...?' or 'Is there...?', you use 있어요 (Isseoyo). For example, to ask 'Do you have coffee?', you would say '커피 있어요?' (Keopi isseoyo?). This phrase is incredibly versatile for checking availability of anything from specific brands to general products. It's a fundamental query for efficient shopping.
What Korean phrases should I use to inquire about discounts or sales?+
When looking for deals, you'll want to use 할인 (Halin) for 'discount' and 세일 (Seil) for 'sale'. You can ask '할인 있어요?' (Halin isseoyo?) to see if there's a discount, or simply look for signs saying '세일' (Seil). These terms are your best friends for finding a bargain.
How do I ask about clothing sizes or locate a fitting room?+
For 'size', the Korean word is 사이즈 (Saiseu). You can ask '이거 다른 사이즈 있어요?' (Igeo dareun saiseu isseoyo?) for 'Do you have another size?'. To find a 'fitting room', look or ask for 탈의실 (Taleusil). Knowing these terms makes clothes shopping much simpler and more effective.
What important Korean words should I know for payment and getting a receipt?+
For payment, 'cash' is 현금 (Hyeongeum). You can ask '현금 돼요?' (Hyeongeum dwaeyo?) if cash is accepted. After purchase, you might need a 'receipt', which is 영수증 (Yeongsujeung). Remember these for smooth transactions, whether you're paying or need proof of purchase for returns.
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