Spa, Nails & Massage
Learn how to confidently book an appointment, specify your treatment preferences, and handle payments at a Korean spa or nail salon.
Key Phrases
내일 오후 두 시에 마사지 예약하고 싶어요.
neutralnaeil ohu du sie masaji yeyakhago sipeoyo.
I want to book a massage for 2 PM tomorrow.
Standard polite way to book over the phone or in person.
내일 오후 두 시로 마사지 예약 부탁드립니다.
politenaeil ohu du siro masaji yeyak butakdeurimnida.
I would like to request a massage appointment for 2 PM tomorrow.
More formal and respectful, often used in high-end spas.
혹시 오늘 남는 시간 있나요?
neutralhoksi oneul namneun sigan innayo?
By any chance, do you have any time left today?
A natural, everyday way to ask for a walk-in appointment.
오늘 예약 가능한 시간이 있습니까?
politeoneul yeyak ganeunghan sigani itseumnikka?
Are there any available times for reservation today?
A formal way to ask for availability, often used by staff or to staff.
전신 아로마 마사지로 할게요.
neutraljeonsin aroma masajiro halgeyo.
I will do the full-body aroma massage.
Standard phrase to select a specific service menu item.
피부가 좀 예민해서 부드러운 오일로 해 주시겠어요?
neutralpibuga jom yeminhaeseo budeureoun oillo hae jusigesseoyo?
My skin is a bit sensitive, so could you use a mild oil?
Crucial for communicating allergies or skin issues before a massage.
아, 너무 아파! 좀 살살 해 줘.
casuala, neomu apa! jom salsal hae jwo.
Ah, it hurts too much! Do it a bit gently.
Casual form; use only if getting a massage from a close friend or partner.
좀 아픈데, 살살 해 주시겠어요?
neutraljom apeunde, salsal hae jusigesseoyo?
It hurts a bit, could you do it gently?
The standard, polite way to ask a therapist to lighten the pressure.
시원하게 조금만 더 세게 해 주세요.
neutralsiwonhage jogeumman deo sege hae juseyo.
Please do it just a bit harder so it's refreshing.
‘시원하게’ means 'refreshingly'—often used when a massage hits the right spot.
제일 짧은 코스는 얼마나 걸려요?
neutraljeil jjalbeun koseuneun eolmana geollyeoyo?
How long does the shortest course take?
Useful for checking how much time you need to set aside.
요즘 젤 네일은 보통 얼마 정도 해?
casualyojeum jel neireun botong eolma jeongdo hae?
How much do gel nails usually cost these days?
Casual form; asking a friend about typical salon prices.
젤 네일 기본 코스는 얼마예요?
neutraljel neil gibon koseuneun eolmayeyo?
How much is the basic gel nail course?
Standard way to ask the receptionist for the base price.
제가 가져온 이 사진처럼 네일 아트 해 주실 수 있나요?
neutraljega gajyeoon i sajincheoreom neil ateu hae jusil su innayo?
Can you do nail art like this photo I brought?
Very common in Korean nail salons where bringing reference photos is standard.
혹시 팁을 따로 드려야 하나요?
neutralhoksi tibeul ttaro deuryeoya hanayo?
Do I need to leave a tip separately?
Tipping is not customary in Korea, but it's good to know how to ask just in case.
마사지 다 끝났는데 카드로 계산할게요.
neutralmasaji da kkeunnanneunde kadeuro gyesanhalgeyo.
The massage is all done, so I'll pay by card.
A natural way to indicate you're ready to pay as you leave.