Suggesting activities and making plans with friends is a common social interaction. This guide provides essential Korean phrases and expressions needed to convince a friend to join you for a pottery class next week, covering everything from the initial suggestion to addressing potential concerns and confirming the details.
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Core Suggestion Phrase
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Expression: 같이 ~할래?
Pronunciation: ga-chi ~hal-lae?
Meaning: Shall we do ~ together? (Informal, used between friends)
Making the Suggestion
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Expression: 다음 주에 도예 수업 같이 들을래?
Pronunciation: da-eum ju-e do-ye su-eop ga-chi deu-reul-lae?
Meaning: Do you want to take a pottery class together next week? -
Expression: 나랑 같이 도자기 만들러 갈래?
Pronunciation: na-rang ga-chi do-ja-gi man-deul-leo gal-lae?
Meaning: Do you want to go make pottery with me? -
Expression: 다음 주에 시간 있어? 도예 체험 어때?
Pronunciation: da-eum ju-e si-gan is-seo? do-ye che-heom eo-ttae?
Meaning: Do you have time next week? How about a pottery experience? -
Expression: 요즘 도예가 유행인데, 우리도 한번 해볼까?
Pronunciation: yo-jeum do-ye-ga yu-haeng-in-de, u-ri-do han-beon hae-bol-kka?
Meaning: Pottery is trendy these days, shall we give it a try too? -
Expression: 새로운 거 배우고 싶은데, 도예 수업 같이 듣자.
Pronunciation: sae-ro-un geo bae-u-go sip-eun-de, do-ye su-eop ga-chi deut-ja.
Meaning: I want to learn something new, let’s take a pottery class together. -
Expression: 내가 괜찮은 도예 공방 찾았어. 같이 가볼래?
Pronunciation: nae-ga gwaen-chan-eun do-ye gong-bang cha-jat-sseo. ga-chi ga-bol-lae?
Meaning: I found a nice pottery studio. Want to check it out together? -
Expression: 다음 주 토요일 오후에 도예 수업 예약할까 하는데, 너도 갈래?
Pronunciation: da-eum ju to-yo-il o-hu-e do-ye su-eop ye-yak-hal-kka ha-neun-de, neo-do gal-lae?
Meaning: I’m thinking of booking a pottery class for next Saturday afternoon, do you want to go too? -
Expression: 우리 다음 주에 뭐 할까? 도예 수업은 어때?
Pronunciation: u-ri da-eum ju-e mwo hal-kka? do-ye su-eop-eun eo-ttae?
Meaning: What should we do next week? How about a pottery class? -
Expression: 도자기 만드는 거 재밌을 것 같지 않아?
Pronunciation: do-ja-gi man-deu-neun geo jae-mis-seul geot gat-ji an-a?
Meaning: Doesn’t making pottery sound fun? -
Expression: 혹시 도예에 관심 있어? 같이 배워볼래?
Pronunciation: hok-si do-ye-e gwan-sim is-seo? ga-chi bae-wo-bol-lae?
Meaning: Are you perhaps interested in pottery? Want to learn together?
Highlighting the Benefits
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Expression: 정말 재미있을 거야!
Pronunciation: jeong-mal jae-mi-is-seul geo-ya!
Meaning: It will be really fun! -
Expression: 스트레스 해소에 진짜 좋아.
Pronunciation: seu-teu-re-seu hae-so-e jin-jja jo-a.
Meaning: It’s really good for relieving stress. -
Expression: 집중하다 보면 시간 가는 줄 모를걸.
Pronunciation: jip-jung-ha-da bo-myeon si-gan ga-neun jul mo-reul-geol.
Meaning: If you focus, you won’t even notice time passing. -
Expression: 직접 만든 그릇이나 컵을 쓸 수 있어.
Pronunciation: jik-jeop man-deun geu-reut-i-na keop-eul sseul su is-seo.
Meaning: You can use the bowls or cups you made yourself. -
Expression: 새로운 취미가 될 수도 있잖아.
Pronunciation: sae-ro-un chwi-mi-ga doel su-do it-jan-a.
Meaning: It could become a new hobby, you know. -
Expression: 흙 만지는 느낌이 되게 좋아. 힐링돼.
Pronunciation: heuk man-ji-neun neu-kkim-i doe-ge jo-a. hil-ling-dwae.
Meaning: The feeling of touching clay is really nice. It’s healing. -
Expression: 같이 예쁜 작품 만들어서 사진 찍자!
Pronunciation: ga-chi ye-ppeun jak-pum man-deur-eo-seo sa-jin jjik-ja!
Meaning: Let’s make pretty pieces together and take pictures! -
Expression: 기분 전환하기 딱 좋을 것 같아.
Pronunciation: gi-bun jeon-hwan-ha-gi ttak jo-eul geot ga-ta.
Meaning: I think it would be perfect for a change of pace. -
Expression: 생각보다 어렵지 않고 재미있대.
Pronunciation: saeng-gak-bo-da eo-ryeop-ji an-ko jae-mi-it-dae.
Meaning: They say it’s not as difficult as you think and it’s fun. -
Expression: 특별한 경험이 될 거야.
Pronunciation: teuk-byeol-han gyeong-heom-i doel geo-ya.
Meaning: It will be a special experience.
Addressing Concerns
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Expression: 나도 처음이야. 같이 배우면 되지!
Pronunciation: na-do cheo-eum-i-ya. ga-chi bae-u-myeon doe-ji!
Meaning: It’s my first time too. We can just learn together! -
Expression: 잘 못해도 괜찮아. 재미로 하는 거지.
Pronunciation: jal mot-hae-do gwaen-chan-a. jae-mi-ro ha-neun geo-ji.
Meaning: It’s okay if you’re not good at it. We’re just doing it for fun. -
Expression: 선생님이 다 가르쳐 주실 거야. 걱정 마.
Pronunciation: seon-saeng-nim-i da ga-reu-chyeo ju-sil geo-ya. geok-jeong ma.
Meaning: The teacher will teach us everything. Don’t worry. -
Expression: 손재주 없어도 상관 없어.
Pronunciation: son-jae-ju eop-seo-do sang-gwan eop-seo.
Meaning: It doesn’t matter even if you’re not dexterous. -
Expression: 비용은 내가 알아봤는데, 그렇게 비싸지 않아.
Pronunciation: bi-yong-eun nae-ga ar-a-bwat-neun-de, geu-reot-ge bis-sa-ji an-a.
Meaning: I checked the cost, and it’s not that expensive. -
Expression: 시간은 딱 2시간 정도 걸린대. 괜찮지?
Pronunciation: si-gan-eun ttak du-si-gan jeong-do geol-lin-dae. gwaen-chan-chi?
Meaning: They say it takes about 2 hours. That’s okay, right? -
Expression: 다음 주에 바쁜 일 있어? 잠깐 시간 내는 건 어때?
Pronunciation: da-eum ju-e ba-ppeun il is-seo? jam-kkan si-gan nae-neun geon eo-ttae?
Meaning: Do you have something busy next week? How about making just a little time? -
Expression: 옷 버릴까 봐 걱정돼? 앞치마 다 빌려줘.
Pronunciation: ot beo-ril-kka bwa geok-jeong-dwae? ap-chi-ma da bil-lyeo-jwo.
Meaning: Worried about getting your clothes dirty? They lend out aprons. -
Expression: 망쳐도 괜찮아. 과정이 중요한 거지!
Pronunciation: mang-chyeo-do gwaen-chan-a. gwa-jeong-i jung-yo-han geo-ji!
Meaning: It’s okay even if you mess up. The process is what’s important! -
Expression: 일단 한번 해보자! 싫으면 다음에 안 하면 되지.
Pronunciation: il-dan han-beon hae-bo-ja! sil-eu-myeon da-eum-e an ha-myeon doe-ji.
Meaning: Let’s just try it once! If you don’t like it, we don’t have to do it again.
Confirming Plans
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Expression: 좋아! 그럼 다음 주 토요일 오후 2시 어때?
Pronunciation: jo-a! geu-reom da-eum ju to-yo-il o-hu du-si eo-ttae?
Meaning: Great! Then how about 2 PM next Saturday? -
Expression: 내가 예약할게. 너 시간 괜찮은 거지?
Pronunciation: nae-ga ye-yak-hal-ge. neo si-gan gwaen-chan-eun geo-ji?
Meaning: I’ll make the reservation. You’re okay with the time, right? -
Expression: 장소는 여기야. [주소/링크]
Pronunciation: jang-so-neun yeo-gi-ya. [ju-so/ling-keu]
Meaning: The place is here. [Address/Link] -
Expression: 같이 가자! 어디서 만날까?
Pronunciation: ga-chi ga-ja! eo-di-seo man-nal-kka?
Meaning: Let’s go together! Where should we meet? -
Expression: 수업 전에 만나서 점심 먹고 갈까?
Pronunciation: su-eop jeon-e man-na-seo jeom-sim meok-go gal-kka?
Meaning: Should we meet before class, have lunch, and then go? -
Expression: 준비물은 따로 없어. 그냥 몸만 오면 돼.
Pronunciation: jun-bi-mul-eun tta-ro eop-seo. geu-nyang mom-man o-myeon dwae.
Meaning: There’s nothing specific to prepare. Just bring yourself. -
Expression: 알겠어. 그럼 다음 주에 보자!
Pronunciation: al-get-sseo. geu-reom da-eum ju-e bo-ja!
Meaning: Okay. See you next week then! -
Expression: 확정되면 다시 연락할게.
Pronunciation: hwak-jeong-doe-myeon da-si yeol-lak-hal-ge.
Meaning: I’ll contact you again once it’s confirmed. -
Expression: 기대된다! 재미있겠다!
Pronunciation: gi-dae-doen-da! jae-mi-it-get-da!
Meaning: I’m looking forward to it! It’s going to be fun! -
Expression: 혹시 무슨 일 생기면 미리 알려줘.
Pronunciation: hok-si mu-seun il saeng-gi-myeon mi-ri al-lyeo-jwo.
Meaning: Let me know in advance if something comes up.
Cultural Notes on Invitations
When inviting friends to activities in Korea, being enthusiastic but not overly pushy is generally appreciated. Koreans often value shared experiences and group activities, so framing the suggestion as something fun to do *together* (같이 – ga-chi) is effective.
If a friend seems hesitant, gently highlighting the benefits like stress relief (스트레스 해소 – seu-teu-re-seu hae-so) or the fun aspect (재미 – jae-mi) can be persuasive. Addressing practical concerns like skill level (처음이어도 괜찮아 – cheo-eum-i-eo-do gwaen-chan-a) or cost is also helpful.
Be mindful of potential busyness. Asking about their schedule (시간 괜찮아? – si-gan gwaen-chan-a?) shows consideration. If they decline, accept it gracefully. Sometimes, initial hesitation might just be politeness (겸손 – gyeom-son), so a little gentle encouragement might be needed, but respect their final decision.
Confirming details clearly (time, place, cost) is important once they agree. Using phrases like 내가 예약할게 (nae-ga ye-yak-hal-ge – I’ll make the reservation) can make it easier for your friend.
Real Conversation Example
Situation: Minji (A) wants to convince her friend Sora (B) to join her for a pottery class next Saturday.
Roles:
A: Minji (Enthusiastic friend)
B: Sora (Initially hesitant friend)
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Expression: A: 소라야, 다음 주 토요일에 뭐 해? 나랑 같이 도예 수업 들을래?
Pronunciation: So-ra-ya, da-eum ju to-yo-il-e mwo hae? na-rang ga-chi do-ye su-eop deu-reul-lae?
Meaning: Sora, what are you doing next Saturday? Want to take a pottery class with me? -
Expression: B: 도예 수업? 음… 나 그런 거 한 번도 안 해봤는데. 잘 못할 것 같아.
Pronunciation: Do-ye su-eop? eum… na geu-reon geo han beon-do an hae-bwat-neun-de. jal mot-hal geot ga-ta.
Meaning: Pottery class? Hmm… I’ve never done anything like that before. I don’t think I’ll be good at it. -
Expression: A: 괜찮아! 나도 처음이야. 잘 못해도 재미로 하는 거지! 스트레스 해소에 진짜 좋대.
Pronunciation: Gwaen-chan-a! na-do cheo-eum-i-ya. jal mot-hae-do jae-mi-ro ha-neun geo-ji! seu-teu-re-seu hae-so-e jin-jja jo-tae.
Meaning: It’s okay! It’s my first time too. We’re just doing it for fun even if we’re not good! They say it’s really good for relieving stress. -
Expression: B: 그래? 스트레스 풀리긴 하겠다… 근데 시간은 얼마나 걸려? 나 오후에 약속 있을지도 몰라.
Pronunciation: Geu-rae? seu-teu-re-seu pul-li-gin ha-get-da… geun-de si-gan-eun eol-ma-na geol-lyeo? na o-hu-e yak-sok is-seul-ji-do mol-la.
Meaning: Really? I guess it would relieve stress… But how long does it take? I might have plans in the afternoon. -
Expression: A: 한 2시간 정도 걸린대. 오후 2시 수업인데, 괜찮지 않아? 끝나고 같이 저녁 먹어도 되고!
Pronunciation: Han du-si-gan jeong-do geol-lin-dae. o-hu du-si su-eop-in-de, gwaen-chan-chi an-a? kkeun-na-go ga-chi jeo-nyeok meog-eo-do doe-go!
Meaning: They say it takes about 2 hours. It’s a 2 PM class, isn’t that okay? We could grab dinner together afterwards too! -
Expression: B: 오후 2시면 괜찮을 것 같기도 하고… 직접 만든 거 가질 수 있는 거야?
Pronunciation: O-hu du-si-myeon gwaen-chan-eul geot gat-gi-do ha-go… jik-jeop man-deun geo ga-jil su it-neun geo-ya?
Meaning: 2 PM might be okay… Can you keep what you make? -
Expression: A: 응! 나중에 구워서 보내준대. 우리만의 컵이나 그릇 만들 수 있어! 재밌겠지? 같이 가자!
Pronunciation: Eung! na-jung-e gu-wo-seo bo-nae-jun-dae. u-ri-man-ui keop-i-na geu-reut man-deul su is-seo! jae-mit-get-ji? ga-chi ga-ja!
Meaning: Yep! They fire it later and send it to you. We can make our own cups or bowls! Sounds fun, right? Let’s go together! -
Expression: B: 알겠어, 좋아! 같이 가자. 재미있겠다! 내가 뭘 준비해야 해?
Pronunciation: Al-get-sseo, jo-a! ga-chi ga-ja. jae-mi-it-get-da! nae-ga mwol jun-bi-hae-ya hae?
Meaning: Okay, alright! Let’s go together. It sounds fun! What do I need to prepare? -
Expression: A: 준비물은 없어! 내가 예약하고 다시 연락할게! 완전 기대된다~!
Pronunciation: Jun-bi-mul-eun eop-seo! nae-ga ye-yak-ha-go da-si yeol-lak-hal-ge! wan-jeon gi-dae-doen-da~!
Meaning: Nothing to prepare! I’ll make the reservation and contact you again! I’m so excited~!
Practice Tips
Now you have the tools to suggest a fun pottery outing to your Korean friends! Try practicing these phrases aloud, maybe even role-playing with a study partner~. Imagine different scenarios: your friend is busy, worried about cost, or thinks they aren’t artistic. How would you respond using the expressions you learned?
The key is to sound natural and friendly! Don’t be afraid to mix and match phrases. The more you practice, the more comfortable you’ll become suggesting activities and making plans in Korean. Fighting! (화이팅! hwa-i-ting!)
