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소주 한 병, 맥주 한 병 주세요.
so-ju han byung, maek-ju han byung ju-se-yo
Please give us a bottle of Soju and a bottle of Beer.
Nightlife Tip
Want to try the Korean national cocktail 'Somaek'? Order this. They won't mix it for you; you mix it yourself! (Golden Ratio = Soju 3 : Beer 7)
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맛있는 안주 추천해 주세요.
ma-shin-neun an-ju chu-chun-hae ju-se-yo
Please recommend a good Anju (snack).
Nightlife Tip
In Korea, you ALWAYS eat 'Anju' with alcohol. Chicken with Beer (Chi-maek) and Pork Belly with Soju are the golden rules. Ask the staff for the best pairing.
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짠!
jjan
Cheers! / Bottoms up!
Nightlife Tip
The cutest sound made when clinking glasses. Use 'Geon-bae' for formal settings, but with friends, it's always 'Jjan!'. Make eye contact and shout it.
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여기 한 병 더 주세요!
yeo-gi han byung duh ju-se-yo
One more bottle here, please!
Nightlife Tip
Don't break the flow! Wave the empty bottle or raise your hand and shout this. In Korean bars, it's natural to hit the table bell or call out loudly.
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물 좀 많이 주세요.
mul jom ma-ni ju-se-yo
Please give us lots of water.
Nightlife Tip
Korean alcohol hits hard. Drink lots of water to avoid a hangover. Water is free in Korean bars, so don't be shy to ask for 'lots' (Ma-ni).
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화장실 어디예요?
hwa-jang-shil uh-di-ye-yo
Where is the bathroom?
Nightlife Tip
The most urgent question when drinking beer! Korean bar restrooms are often outside or need a key/code. Ask in advance and grab some tissue.