Paying & Splitting the Bill

gyesanhae juseyo.

Check, please.

In Korea, you typically pay at the front counter near the exit, not at the table.

jeonbu eolmayeyo?

How much is it in total?

Use this to check the final amount before handing over your card.

kadeuro gyesanhal geoyeyo.

I will pay by card.

A clear and standard way to state your payment method.

hyeongeumeuro nael su isseoyo?

Can I pay with cash?

Korea is largely a cashless society, so asking first can be helpful.

jandoneun gwaenchanayo.

Keep the change.

Tipping is not customary in Korea, but you can use this when paying with cash at small shops.

ttaro gyesanhal su isseoyo?

Can we pay separately?

It is very common in Korea to split the bill at the counter by handing over multiple cards.

oneureun jega nael geoyeyo.

I will pay today.

Use this politely when you want to treat your colleagues or acquaintances.

naega nael geoya.

I'll pay.

Use this casual form only with close friends or people younger than you.

yeongsujeung juseyo.

Receipt, please.

A standard and natural way to ask for a receipt.

yeongsujeung butakdeurimnida.

Receipt, please.

A more formal and polite way to speak to the cashier.