한국어
얼마예요
발음
eol-ma-ye-yo
의미
“How much is it?”
Short Intro
This phrase is used when asking the price of something.
It is one of the most useful phrases for shopping in Korea.
How to Use This Expression
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Formal: 얼마예요? (eol-ma-yeyo)
Standard polite form used with staff or strangers. -
Casual: 얼마야? (eol-ma-ya)
Used with friends or people your age. -
Extra polite: 가격이 어떻게 되나요? (gagyeok-i eotteoke doenayo)
Very polite and professional.
Example Sentence
이 샌드위치 얼마예요?
“How much is this sandwich?”
Similar Expressions
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조금 깎아주세요 (jogeum kkakkajuseyo) — “Please give me a small discount.”
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카드 돼요? (kadeu dwaeyo) — “Do you take card?”
Closing
Use this phrase anytime you shop in Korea to make communication smooth and easy!