A1 Idiom Neutral

바가지 쓰다.

bagaji sseuda.

Be overcharged/ripped off.

Meaning

To pay an unfairly high price for something; to be exploited.

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Cultural Background

Bargaining is common, and '바가지' is the fear of paying the 'foreigner price'. During peak summer, prices for food and rooms often skyrocket.

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Check prices

Always check prices before ordering in tourist areas.

Meaning

To pay an unfairly high price for something; to be exploited.

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Check prices

Always check prices before ordering in tourist areas.

Test Yourself

Which verb completes the idiom?

시장에서 _____.

✓ Correct! ✗ Not quite. Correct answer: 바가지를 썼다

The idiom is '바가지를 쓰다'.

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Visual Learning Aids

Practice Bank

1 exercises
Which verb completes the idiom? Choose A1

시장에서 _____.

✓ Correct! ✗ Not quite. Correct answer: 바가지를 썼다

The idiom is '바가지를 쓰다'.

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Frequently Asked Questions

1 questions

It is rude. Use it with friends.

Related Phrases

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덤탱이를 쓰다

synonym

To be unfairly burdened

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