여기 자리 있나요? (yeogi jari itnayo)
Pronunciation: [yuh-gi jah-ree it-nah-yo]
Meaning: "Is this seat taken?"
Introduction
When you're out in public spaces like cafes, buses, or restaurants in Korea, you might find yourself needing to ask if a seat is available. The polite and common way to ask is 여기 자리 있나요? This phrase is perfect for polite settings and can be used when addressing strangers or in a formal situation.
For casual situations, such as when you're speaking to someone your age or a friend, you can use the informal version: 여기 자리 있어? (yeogi jari isseo?).
More Expressions in Korean
여기 앉아도 될까요?
Pronunciation: [yuh-gi an-ja-do dwel-kka-yo]
Meaning: "May I sit here?"이 자리에 앉아도 괜찮아요?
Pronunciation: [i ja-ri-e an-ja-do gwaen-cha-na-yo]
Meaning: "Is it okay to sit in this seat?"이 자리는 비었나요?
Pronunciation: [i ja-ri-neun bi-eot-na-yo]
Meaning: "Is this seat empty?"자리가 없네요.
Pronunciation: [ja-ri-ga eop-ne-yo]
Meaning: "There are no seats available."비어 있는 자리가 있나요?
Pronunciation: [bi-eo it-neun ja-ri-ga it-na-yo]
Meaning: "Are there any empty seats?"
These useful expressions will help you ask about seating situations with confidence, whether you're in a busy café, on public transport, or at an event. Now you can find your seat with ease in Korean!