Meaning
An invitation to share a meal with someone.
Cultural Background
Eating alone is often seen as sad or lonely. Inviting others is a sign of care. Similar to Korea, eating together is a way to build 'wa' (harmony). Invitations are often more specific (e.g., 'Do you want to go to X?').
Tone Matters
Make sure your voice goes up at the end to sound like an invitation.
Be Inclusive
In Korea, it is polite to invite people around you to eat.
Meaning
An invitation to share a meal with someone.
Tone Matters
Make sure your voice goes up at the end to sound like an invitation.
Be Inclusive
In Korea, it is polite to invite people around you to eat.
Test Yourself
Which is the most natural way to invite a friend?
Choose the best option:
This is the standard, most natural polite form.
Complete the sentence.
배고파요. 우리 _____ 먹어요.
The phrase is '같이 먹어요' (Eat together).
🎉 Score: /2
Visual Learning Aids
Practice Bank
2 exercisesChoose the best option:
This is the standard, most natural polite form.
배고파요. 우리 _____ 먹어요.
The phrase is '같이 먹어요' (Eat together).
🎉 Score: /2
Frequently Asked Questions
2 questionsNo, use '식사하시겠습니까?' instead.
Just say '죄송해요, 이미 먹었어요' (Sorry, I already ate).
Related Phrases
밥 먹었어요?
similarHave you eaten?
맛있게 드세요
builds onEnjoy your meal
