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Survival Phrases

The exact phrases you need for real life abroad — with practice dialogues and audio, for every level.

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ALL LEVELSA1A2B1
ALL TOPICS Greetings & Socializing Eating & Drinking Out Travel & Transport Hotels & Accommodation Shopping & Money Health & Pharmacy Banking & Daily Admin Renting & Housing Everyday Services Emergencies & Safety Work & Study

Shopping & Money

Stores, markets, prices, and paying.

B1

Buying Clothes

Use these essential phrases to confidently navigate clothing stores in Korea, from finding the fitting room to asking for different sizes or colors.

A2

Groceries & the Market

Use these practical phrases to confidently ask for items, check prices, and pay when shopping for groceries or visiting a local Korean market.

A1

Groceries & the Market

Use these essential phrases when navigating Korean markets and grocery stores, from asking about prices and freshness to requesting specific quantities.

B1

Prices & Bargaining

Master these essential phrases and polite negotiation tactics for shopping at Korean traditional markets and underground malls.

A2

Prices & Bargaining

Use these essential phrases to ask about prices, negotiate politely, and make purchases while shopping in Korea.

B1

Returns & Exchanges

Use these phrases when you need to return or exchange an item, discuss store policies, or handle issues with a receipt.

A1

At the Supermarket Checkout

These essential phrases will help you handle bags, payments, receipts, and self-checkout machines at a Korean supermarket.

A2

At the Electronics Store

Use these phrases to compare electronics, check compatibility, ask about warranties, and make a confident purchase.

B1

At the Electronics Store

Use these phrases when shopping for electronics to compare models, ask about specs and warranties, and make a confident purchase.

A2

Souvenirs & Gifts

Use these phrases when shopping for souvenirs, finding the perfect gift for a friend, and asking for wrapping in Korea.

B1

Souvenirs & Gifts

Use these phrases when browsing shops, asking for gift recommendations, and paying for souvenirs in Korea.

A1

Souvenirs & Gifts

Use these simple phrases to ask for recommendations, check prices, and get your gifts wrapped when shopping for souvenirs in Korea.

A2

Asking if They Have It

Use these phrases to ask shop staff about sizes, colors, and stock availability, or to discuss shopping with a friend.

A1

Asking if They Have It

Use these essential phrases to ask store staff if an item is in stock, request specific sizes or colors, and find what you are looking for.

A2

Buying Shoes

These essential phrases will help you comfortably try on and buy shoes in Korea, from finding the perfect size to picking your favorite color.