Discussing events like a café game night requires specific vocabulary and expressions. This guide provides essential Korean phrases for both baristas announcing such events and customers inquiring about them, helping you navigate these fun social interactions in Korean cafés.
Table Of Content
Core Expression
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Expression: 보드게임 모임
Pronunciation: bo-deu-ge-im mo-im
Meaning: Board game gathering (often used for game nights)
Barista’s Phrases
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Expression: 저희 카페에서 보드게임 모임을 열어요.
Pronunciation: jeo-hui ka-pe-e-seo bo-deu-ge-im mo-im-eul yeol-eo-yo.
Meaning: We’re holding a board game gathering at our café. -
Expression: 이번 주 금요일 저녁에 게임 나이트가 있어요.
Pronunciation: i-beon ju geum-yo-il jeo-nyeok-e ge-im na-i-teu-ga iss-eo-yo.
Meaning: There’s a game night this Friday evening. -
Expression: 혹시 보드게임 좋아하세요?
Pronunciation: hok-si bo-deu-ge-im jo-a-ha-se-yo?
Meaning: Do you happen to like board games? -
Expression: 참가비는 음료 한 잔 포함해서 만 원입니다.
Pronunciation: cham-ga-bi-neun eum-ryo han jan po-ham-hae-seo man won-im-ni-da.
Meaning: The participation fee is 10,000 won, including one drink. -
Expression: 다양한 보드게임이 준비되어 있어요.
Pronunciation: da-yang-han bo-deu-ge-im-i jun-bi-doe-eo iss-eo-yo.
Meaning: Various board games are prepared. -
Expression: 처음 오시는 분들도 환영해요.
Pronunciation: cheo-eum o-si-neun bun-deul-do hwan-yeong-hae-yo.
Meaning: We welcome newcomers too. -
Expression: 친구분들과 같이 오셔도 좋아요.
Pronunciation: chin-gu-bun-deul-gwa ga-chi o-syeo-do jo-a-yo.
Meaning: It’s great if you come with friends too. -
Expression: 예약은 카운터나 전화로 하실 수 있어요.
Pronunciation: ye-yak-eun ka-un-teo-na jeon-hwa-ro ha-sil su iss-eo-yo.
Meaning: You can make a reservation at the counter or by phone. -
Expression: 저녁 7시부터 시작합니다.
Pronunciation: jeo-nyeok il-gop-si-bu-teo si-jak-ham-ni-da.
Meaning: It starts from 7 PM. -
Expression: 관심 있으시면 알려주세요.
Pronunciation: gwan-sim iss-eu-si-myeon al-lyeo-ju-se-yo.
Meaning: Please let me know if you are interested. -
Expression: 재미있는 시간이 될 거예요!
Pronunciation: jae-mi-iss-neun si-gan-i doel geo-ye-yo!
Meaning: It will be a fun time! -
Expression: 자세한 내용은 포스터를 참고해주세요.
Pronunciation: ja-se-han nae-yong-eun po-seu-teo-reul cham-go-hae-ju-se-yo.
Meaning: Please refer to the poster for details.
Customer’s Phrases
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Expression: 보드게임 모임이요? 재미있겠네요!
Pronunciation: bo-deu-ge-im mo-im-i-yo? jae-mi-iss-gess-ne-yo!
Meaning: A board game gathering? That sounds fun! -
Expression: 언제 하는 건가요?
Pronunciation: eon-je ha-neun geon-ga-yo?
Meaning: When is it held? -
Expression: 참가비는 얼마예요?
Pronunciation: cham-ga-bi-neun eol-ma-ye-yo?
Meaning: How much is the participation fee? -
Expression: 몇 시에 시작해요?
Pronunciation: myeot si-e si-jak-hae-yo?
Meaning: What time does it start? -
Expression: 예약을 해야 하나요?
Pronunciation: ye-yak-eul hae-ya ha-na-yo?
Meaning: Do I need to make a reservation? -
Expression: 어떤 게임들이 있나요?
Pronunciation: eo-tteon ge-im-deul-i iss-na-yo?
Meaning: What kinds of games are there? -
Expression: 보드게임을 잘 못하는데 괜찮을까요?
Pronunciation: bo-deu-ge-im-eul jal mot-ha-neun-de gwaen-chan-eul-kka-yo?
Meaning: I’m not very good at board games, would that be okay? -
Expression: 혼자 가도 괜찮아요?
Pronunciation: hon-ja ga-do gwaen-chan-a-yo?
Meaning: Is it okay to go alone? -
Expression: 친구랑 같이 가도 돼요?
Pronunciation: chin-gu-rang ga-chi ga-do dwae-yo?
Meaning: Can I go with a friend? -
Expression: 네, 갈게요! 예약해주세요.
Pronunciation: ne, gal-ge-yo! ye-yak-hae-ju-se-yo.
Meaning: Yes, I’ll go! Please make a reservation for me. -
Expression: 한번 생각해 볼게요.
Pronunciation: han-beon saeng-gak-hae bol-ge-yo.
Meaning: I’ll think about it. -
Expression: 아쉽지만 그날은 약속이 있어요.
Pronunciation: a-swip-ji-man geu-nal-eun yak-sok-i iss-eo-yo.
Meaning: Unfortunately, I have plans on that day.
Asking About the Game Night
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Expression: 게임 나이트에 대해 좀 더 알려주시겠어요?
Pronunciation: ge-im na-i-teu-e dae-hae jom deo al-lyeo-ju-si-gess-eo-yo?
Meaning: Could you tell me a bit more about the game night? -
Expression: 주로 어떤 종류의 게임을 하나요?
Pronunciation: ju-ro eo-tteon jong-ryu-ui ge-im-eul ha-na-yo?
Meaning: What kind of games do you mainly play? -
Expression: 게임 시간은 보통 얼마나 걸리나요?
Pronunciation: ge-im si-gan-eun bo-tong eol-ma-na geol-li-na-yo?
Meaning: How long does the game time usually take? -
Expression: 게임 규칙을 설명해 주시나요?
Pronunciation: ge-im gyu-chik-eul seol-myeong-hae ju-si-na-yo?
Meaning: Do you explain the game rules? -
Expression: 몇 명 정도 모이나요?
Pronunciation: myeot myeong jeong-do mo-i-na-yo?
Meaning: About how many people gather? -
Expression: 음식이나 간식도 제공되나요?
Pronunciation: eum-sik-i-na gan-sik-do je-gong-doe-na-yo?
Meaning: Is food or snacks also provided? -
Expression: 참가비 외에 추가 비용이 있나요?
Pronunciation: cham-ga-bi oe-e chu-ga bi-yong-i iss-na-yo?
Meaning: Are there any additional costs besides the participation fee? -
Expression: 늦게 가도 괜찮을까요?
Pronunciation: neut-ge ga-do gwaen-chan-eul-kka-yo?
Meaning: Would it be okay if I arrive late? -
Expression: 주차는 가능한가요?
Pronunciation: ju-cha-neun ga-neung-han-ga-yo?
Meaning: Is parking available? -
Expression: 혹시 게임을 가져가도 되나요?
Pronunciation: hok-si ge-im-eul ga-jyeo-ga-do doe-na-yo?
Meaning: Is it okay if I bring my own game?
Cultural Tips
Café Culture: Korean cafés are more than just places for coffee; they often serve as social hubs, study spots, and venues for small events like workshops or game nights. Many cafés have unique themes or comfortable atmospheres encouraging longer stays.
Board Game Cafés: Board game cafés (보드게임 카페 – bo-deu-ge-im ka-pe) are very popular in Korea. While this scenario is about a regular café hosting a game night, the general popularity of board games makes such events common and well-received.
Social Gatherings (모임 – Moim): The term 모임 (mo-im) refers to a gathering or meeting. It’s a common way to describe informal social events based on shared interests, like a book club, study group, or game night.
Invitations and RSVPs: While formal RSVPs aren’t always required for casual café events, asking about reservations (예약 – ye-yak) is polite and practical, especially if space is limited. Baristas often appreciate knowing approximate numbers.
Inclusivity: Events like these are generally designed to be welcoming to everyone, including beginners (초보자 – cho-bo-ja) or those attending alone (혼자 – hon-ja). Staff are usually happy to explain rules and help people join groups.
Real Conversation Example
- Situation: A barista (A) at a local café chats with a regular customer (B) about an upcoming board game night.
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Expression: A: 어서 오세요! 민수 씨, 이번 주 금요일 저녁에 저희 카페에서 보드게임 모임 있는 거 아세요?
Pronunciation: A: eo-seo o-se-yo! min-su ssi, i-beon ju geum-yo-il jeo-nyeok-e jeo-hui ka-pe-e-seo bo-deu-ge-im mo-im iss-neun geo a-se-yo?
Meaning: A: Welcome! Minsu, did you know we’re having a board game gathering at our café this Friday evening? -
Expression: B: 아, 정말요? 몰랐어요. 재미있겠네요! 몇 시부터 해요?
Pronunciation: B: a, jeong-mal-lyo? mol-lass-eo-yo. jae-mi-iss-gess-ne-yo! myeot si-bu-teo hae-yo?
Meaning: B: Oh, really? I didn’t know. That sounds fun! What time does it start? -
Expression: A: 저녁 7시부터 시작하고, 참가비는 음료 포함해서 만 원이에요. 다양한 게임 준비해 놨어요.
Pronunciation: A: jeo-nyeok il-gop-si-bu-teo si-jak-ha-go, cham-ga-bi-neun eum-ryo po-ham-hae-seo man won-i-e-yo. da-yang-han ge-im jun-bi-hae nwass-eo-yo.
Meaning: A: It starts from 7 PM, and the fee is 10,000 won including a drink. We’ve prepared various games. -
Expression: B: 오, 좋아요! 제가 보드게임은 잘 못하는데 괜찮을까요?
Pronunciation: B: o, jo-a-yo! je-ga bo-deu-ge-im-eun jal mot-ha-neun-de gwaen-chan-eul-kka-yo?
Meaning: B: Oh, great! I’m not very good at board games, would that be okay? -
Expression: A: 그럼요! 처음 하시는 분들도 많고 저희가 설명도 해드리니까 걱정 마세요. 오실 건가요? 예약해 드릴까요?
Pronunciation: A: geu-reom-yo! cheo-eum ha-si-neun bun-deul-do man-ko jeo-hui-ga seol-myeong-do hae-deu-ri-ni-kka geok-jeong ma-se-yo. o-sil geon-ga-yo? ye-yak-hae deu-ril-kka-yo?
Meaning: A: Of course! There are many beginners, and we explain the rules, so don’t worry. Will you come? Shall I make a reservation for you? -
Expression: B: 네, 갈게요! 한 명 예약해주세요. 기대되네요!
Pronunciation: B: ne, gal-ge-yo! han myeong ye-yak-hae-ju-se-yo. gi-dae-doe-ne-yo!
Meaning: B: Yes, I’ll go! Please reserve for one person. I’m looking forward to it! -
Expression: A: 알겠습니다! 금요일 저녁에 봬요!
Pronunciation: A: al-gess-seum-ni-da! geum-yo-il jeo-nyeok-e bwae-yo!
Meaning: A: Got it! See you on Friday evening!
Practice Tips
Try role-playing this conversation with a friend or language partner! One person can be the barista and the other the customer~ Practice asking questions about the event details and responding naturally. You can also try modifying the conversation, perhaps declining the invitation or asking about bringing a friend. Visiting a real Korean café and looking for event posters can also provide real-world context. Have fun practicing!
