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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 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.

B1

Prices & Bargaining

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

B1

Returns & Exchanges

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

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.

B1

Souvenirs & Gifts

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

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