Signification
A polite way to ask someone what they want to consume.
Contexte culturel
In Korea, it is common for the youngest person or the person of lower status to ask '뭐 드실래요?' and then wait for the elders to choose first. This is a sign of respect and good manners. The concept of 'Bap-sim' (the power of rice) means that asking about someone's meal is a way of checking on their well-being. '뭐 드실래요?' is not just about food, but about social care. When someone asks you '뭐 드실래요?', it is often polite to suggest a few options but ultimately let the group or the elder decide, or to say 'I'm fine with anything' (아무거나 괜찮아요). In modern 'Cafe Culture', this phrase is used constantly. Since cafes are the primary social meeting spots, knowing how to offer a drink politely is essential for social survival.
The 'Anything' Trap
If someone answers '아무거나' (anything), they are being polite. Suggest two specific options to help them choose.
Self-Honorifics
Never say '저는 비빔밥 드실래요'. Use '저는 비빔밥 먹을래요' or '저는 비빔밥으로 할게요'.
Signification
A polite way to ask someone what they want to consume.
The 'Anything' Trap
If someone answers '아무거나' (anything), they are being polite. Suggest two specific options to help them choose.
Self-Honorifics
Never say '저는 비빔밥 드실래요'. Use '저는 비빔밥 먹을래요' or '저는 비빔밥으로 할게요'.
Wait for the Elder
Even after asking, wait for the elder to pick up their spoon first before you start eating.
Drink vs Food
Remember that '드시다' works for both. You don't need to switch to '마시다' for drinks when being polite.
Teste-toi
Choose the most appropriate phrase to ask your boss what they want for lunch.
부장님, 점심에 ( )?
Since you are talking to a boss (부장님), you must use the honorific verb '드시다' and the polite ending '-ㄹ래요'.
Complete the sentence using the honorific form of 'to eat/drink'.
손님, 어떤 음료수 ____?
When addressing a guest (손님), '드실래요' is the standard polite way to ask for their preference.
Fill in the blank in the dialogue.
A: 배고파요. 식당에 갈까요? B: 네, 좋아요. A씨는 ( )?
In a neutral/polite conversation between acquaintances, '뭐 드실래요?' is the most natural way to ask for a preference.
Match the phrase to the situation.
Situation: You are at a cafe with your older cousin.
With an older relative, the polite honorific form '뭐 드실래요?' is appropriate to show respect for their age.
🎉 Score : /4
Aides visuelles
Eating Verbs by Politeness
Banque d exercices
4 exercices부장님, 점심에 ( )?
Since you are talking to a boss (부장님), you must use the honorific verb '드시다' and the polite ending '-ㄹ래요'.
손님, 어떤 음료수 ____?
When addressing a guest (손님), '드실래요' is the standard polite way to ask for their preference.
A: 배고파요. 식당에 갈까요? B: 네, 좋아요. A씨는 ( )?
In a neutral/polite conversation between acquaintances, '뭐 드실래요?' is the most natural way to ask for a preference.
Situation: You are at a cafe with your older cousin.
With an older relative, the polite honorific form '뭐 드실래요?' is appropriate to show respect for their age.
🎉 Score : /4
Questions fréquentes
12 questionsYes! '드시다' is the honorific for both 'eat' and 'drink'.
Yes, it is very appropriate. For an even more formal touch, you could say '뭐 드시겠어요?'.
'-ㄹ래요' is slightly more friendly and personal, while '-겠어요' is a bit more formal and objective.
No, you are the customer. You should ask '뭐가 맛있어요?' (What is delicious?) or '추천해 주세요' (Please recommend something).
You can say '[Food Name] 먹을래요' or '[Food Name] 주세요'.
Yes, it's grammatically incorrect. The honorific form of '먹다' is the irregular verb '드시다'.
Yes, it's a very polite and sweet way to ask your parents what they want to eat.
Always default to '뭐 드실래요?' to be safe. It's better to be too polite than not polite enough.
In this context, yes. It is a shortened form of '무엇'.
North Korean honorifics differ slightly, but the root '드시다' is understood. They might use different endings like '-십네까'.
Absolutely. It's very common when planning meetups on KakaoTalk.
Use '무엇을 드시겠습니까?' for the highest level of formality.
Expressions liées
뭐 먹을래?
informalWhat do you want to eat? (Casual)
뭐 드시겠어요?
similarWhat would you like to have? (Slightly more formal)
주문하시겠어요?
specialized formWould you like to order?
식사하셨어요?
similarHave you eaten?
어떤 거 좋아하세요?
builds onWhat kind of things do you like?
맛있는 거 먹으러 가요
builds onLet's go eat something delicious.
