Survival Phrases
The exact phrases you need for real life abroad — with practice dialogues and audio, for every level.
Practice pronunciationGreetings & Socializing
Meeting people, small talk, and everyday politeness.
Greetings & Introductions
These phrases are used for meeting someone for the first time, introducing yourself, and making polite small talk in Korean work or social settings.
Making Small Talk
These phrases will help you start, maintain, and naturally conclude everyday conversations in Korean without sounding like a textbook.
Saying Goodbye
These phrases cover everyday departures, whether you are leaving the office, parting ways with friends, or saying goodbye to service staff.
Thanking & Apologizing
These essential phrases will help you navigate everyday social interactions in Korean, from expressing sincere gratitude to gracefully apologizing for mistakes.
Invitations & Making Plans
Use these phrases to naturally invite someone out, agree on the details, or politely decline if you are busy.
Making Friends
Learn natural, everyday phrases to break the ice, find common ground, and exchange contact information when making new friends in Korea.
Congratulations & Celebrations
Use these phrases to naturally celebrate achievements, wish happy birthdays, and toast to good news in everyday Korean.
Talking About Family
Use these phrases to naturally ask about and describe family size, marital status, and living situations when making small talk with acquaintances or colleagues.
Saying No Politely
Use these phrases to politely decline invitations or offers, give a soft reason, and suggest alternatives without hurting feelings.