Essential Korean Phrases for Taxi Travel in Korea

"여러분 안녕하세요, welcome to another travel guide! Today, we're going to equip you with essential Korean phrases for navigating taxis in Korea. Let's get started on your seamless travel experience!"

Mastering the Art of Hailing Taxis in Korea - A Quick Guide for Travelers

1. Raise Your Hand:
   • Raise your hand confidently as you stand by the side of the road.
2. Use the Universal Gesture:
   • Extend your arm outward, signaling the approaching taxis that you need a ride.
3. Make Eye Contact:
   • Make eye contact with the taxi driver to show that you are ready to board.

1. "택시!" (Taeksi!) - Taxi!
   • Use this to hail a taxi or get the driver's attention.
2. "어디로 가세요?" (Eodiro gaseyo?) - Where are you going?
   • When entering the taxi, the driver will ask this question.
3. "주소가 어디에요?" (Jusoga eodieyo?) - What is the address?
   • If you have the address written down, you can show it to the driver.
4. "여기 세워주세요." (Yeogi sewo juseyo) - Please stop here.
   • When you want the taxi to stop at a specific location.
5. "조금만 기다려 주세요." (Jogeumman gidae-eo juseyo.) - Please wait a moment.
   • If you need a short stop but plan to continue the journey.
6. "빨리 가주세요." (Bballi gajuseyo) - Please go quickly.
   • If you're in a hurry, use this phrase.
7. "만원이요." (Man won iyo) - It's 10,000 won.
   • Confirming the fare with the driver.
8. "카드 되나요?" (Kadeu doenayo?) - Do you accept cards?
   • Confirming if the taxi takes credit or debit cards. In korea every taxi accepts debit or credit cards.
9. "계산기 어디있어요?" (Gyesangi eodi-isseoyo?) - Where is the meter?
   • Asking about the taxi meter.
10. "이 길로 가주세요." (I gillo gajuseyo) - Please go this way.
    • Giving directions to the driver.
11. "오른쪽으로 돌아 주세요." (Oleunjjog-eulo dola juseyo) - Please turn right.
    • Providing specific turning instructions.
12. "왼쪽으로 가주세요." (Oenjjog-eulo gajuseyo) - Please go left.
    • Instructing the driver to turn left.
13. "계속 직진해 주세요." (Gyesok jikjinhae juseyo) - Please continue straight.
    • Indicating the need for a straight path.
14. "여기서 내릴게요." (Yeogiseo naelilgeyo) - I'll get off here.
    • Letting the driver know you want to disembark.
15. "잠시 정차해 주세요." (Jamsi jeongcha hae juseyo) - Please park here for a moment .
    • If you need the taxi to wait for you.
16. "영수증 주세요." (Yeongsujeung juseyo) - Please give me the receipt.
    • Requesting a receipt for the fare.
17. "가까운 ATM이 어디에요?" (Gakkaoon ATM-i eodieyo?) - Where is the nearest ATM?
    • If you need to withdraw cash to pay the fare.
18. "길을 잘 몰라서 죄송합니다." (Gil-eul jal molaseo joesonghamnida) - I'm sorry, I don't know the way well.
    • Apologizing if you're unsure about the route.
19. "얼마에요?" (Eolmaeyo?) - How much is it?
    • Confirming the fare if the driver doesn't use the meter.
20. "감사합니다!" (Gamsahamnida!) - Thank you!
    • Expressing gratitude when you reach your destination.

Remember these phrases, and you'll be smoothly cruising through Korea in no time. Safe travels!