Finding a peaceful place to enjoy the beauty of a sunset, especially the ‘no-eul’ or sunset glow, is a wonderful travel experience. This guide provides essential Korean phrases for tourists asking locals to recommend a quiet spot to watch the sunset, helping you discover serene locations away from the crowds.
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Core Expression
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Expression: 조용히 노을 볼 만한 곳 추천해 주실 수 있나요?
Pronunciation: jo-yong-hi no-eul bol man-han got chu-cheon-hae ju-sil su in-na-yo?
Meaning: Could you recommend a quiet place worth watching the sunset glow?
Asking for Recommendations
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Expression: 안녕하세요, 잠시 여쭤볼 게 있는데요.
Pronunciation: an-nyeong-ha-se-yo, jam-si yeo-jjeo-bol ge it-neun-de-yo.
Meaning: Hello, I have something I’d like to ask you briefly. -
Expression: 이 근처에 노을 보기 좋은 곳이 있나요?
Pronunciation: i geun-cheo-e no-eul bo-gi jo-eun go-si in-na-yo?
Meaning: Is there a good place to see the sunset near here? -
Expression: 혹시 조용한 노을 명소를 아세요?
Pronunciation: hok-si jo-yong-han no-eul myeong-so-reul a-se-yo?
Meaning: Do you happen to know any quiet sunset spots? -
Expression: 노을이 아름다운 곳을 찾고 있어요.
Pronunciation: no-eu-ri a-reum-da-un go-seul chat-go i-sseo-yo.
Meaning: I’m looking for a place where the sunset glow is beautiful. -
Expression: 사람이 많지 않은 곳이면 좋겠어요.
Pronunciation: sa-ra-mi man-chi a-neun go-si-myeon jo-ke-sseo-yo.
Meaning: It would be nice if it’s a place without many people. -
Expression: 어디서 노을을 가장 잘 볼 수 있을까요?
Pronunciation: eo-di-seo no-eu-reul ga-jang jal bol su i-sseul-kka-yo?
Meaning: Where can I best see the sunset glow? -
Expression: 현지인만 아는 숨겨진 장소가 있나요?
Pronunciation: hyeon-ji-in-man a-neun sum-gyeo-jin jang-so-ga in-na-yo?
Meaning: Is there a hidden spot that only locals know? -
Expression: 조용하게 노을 감상할 수 있는 곳 좀 알려주세요.
Pronunciation: jo-yong-ha-ge no-eul gam-sang-hal su it-neun got jom al-lyeo-ju-se-yo.
Meaning: Please tell me a place where I can quietly appreciate the sunset glow. -
Expression: 전망 좋은 곳을 추천해 주시겠어요?
Pronunciation: jeon-mang jo-eun go-seul chu-cheon-hae ju-si-ge-sseo-yo?
Meaning: Would you recommend a place with a good view? -
Expression: 노을 질 때 가장 예쁜 곳이 어디예요?
Pronunciation: no-eul jil ttae ga-jang ye-ppeun go-si eo-di-ye-yo?
Meaning: Where is the prettiest place when the sun sets?
Describing Preferences
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Expression: 저는 조용한 분위기를 선호해요.
Pronunciation: jeo-neun jo-yong-han bun-wi-gi-reul seon-ho-hae-yo.
Meaning: I prefer a quiet atmosphere. -
Expression: 시끄러운 곳은 피하고 싶어요.
Pronunciation: si-kkeu-reo-un go-seun pi-ha-go si-peo-yo.
Meaning: I want to avoid noisy places. -
Expression: 평화롭게 노을을 보고 싶어요.
Pronunciation: pyeong-hwa-rop-ge no-eu-reul bo-go si-peo-yo.
Meaning: I want to watch the sunset peacefully. -
Expression: 자연 속에서 노을을 감상하고 싶어요.
Pronunciation: ja-yeon so-ge-seo no-eu-reul gam-sang-ha-go si-peo-yo.
Meaning: I want to appreciate the sunset glow in nature. -
Expression: 사진 찍기 좋은 조용한 곳이면 좋겠어요.
Pronunciation: sa-jin jjik-gi jo-eun jo-yong-han go-si-myeon jo-ke-sseo-yo.
Meaning: It would be good if it’s a quiet place that’s good for taking photos. -
Expression: 너무 멀지 않은 곳이었으면 해요.
Pronunciation: neo-mu meol-ji a-neun go-si-eo-sseu-myeon hae-yo.
Meaning: I hope it’s not too far away. -
Expression: 아름다운 경치를 중요하게 생각해요.
Pronunciation: a-reum-da-un gyeong-chi-reul jung-yo-ha-ge saeng-ga-kae-yo.
Meaning: I consider beautiful scenery important. -
Expression: 관광객이 적은 곳을 찾고 있어요.
Pronunciation: gwan-gwang-gae-gi jeo-geun go-seul chat-go i-sseo-yo.
Meaning: I’m looking for a place with few tourists. -
Expression: 편안하게 앉아서 볼 수 있는 곳이 좋아요.
Pronunciation: pyeon-an-ha-ge an-ja-seo bol su it-neun go-si jo-a-yo.
Meaning: I like places where I can sit comfortably and watch. -
Expression: 방해받지 않고 노을만 보고 싶어요.
Pronunciation: bang-hae-bat-ji an-ko no-eul-man bo-go si-peo-yo.
Meaning: I want to watch just the sunset glow without being disturbed.
Understanding Directions and Locations
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Expression: 거기는 어떻게 가나요?
Pronunciation: geo-gi-neun eo-tteo-ke ga-na-yo?
Meaning: How do I get there? -
Expression: 여기서 얼마나 걸리나요?
Pronunciation: yeo-gi-seo eol-ma-na geol-li-na-yo?
Meaning: How long does it take from here? -
Expression: 걸어서 갈 수 있는 거리인가요?
Pronunciation: geo-reo-seo gal su it-neun geo-ri-in-ga-yo?
Meaning: Is it within walking distance? -
Expression: 버스나 지하철로 가야 하나요?
Pronunciation: beo-seu-na ji-ha-cheol-lo ga-ya ha-na-yo?
Meaning: Do I need to take a bus or subway? -
Expression: 그 장소의 이름이 뭐예요?
Pronunciation: geu jang-so-ui i-reu-mi mwo-ye-yo?
Meaning: What is the name of that place? -
Expression: 지도에 표시해 주실 수 있나요?
Pronunciation: ji-do-e pyo-si-hae ju-sil su in-na-yo?
Meaning: Could you mark it on the map? -
Expression: 근처에 다른 볼거리가 있나요?
Pronunciation: geun-cheo-e da-reun bol-geo-ri-ga in-na-yo?
Meaning: Are there other things to see nearby? -
Expression: 몇 시쯤 가는 것이 가장 좋을까요?
Pronunciation: myeot si-jjeum ga-neun geo-si ga-jang jo-eul-kka-yo?
Meaning: Around what time is best to go? -
Expression: 다시 한번 설명해 주시겠어요?
Pronunciation: da-si han-beon seol-myeong-hae ju-si-ge-sseo-yo?
Meaning: Could you explain that again? -
Expression: 알려주셔서 감사합니다!
Pronunciation: al-lyeo-ju-syeo-seo gam-sa-ham-ni-da!
Meaning: Thank you for letting me know!
Cultural Tips
Koreans often appreciate nature and scenic views. Asking for a ‘myeongso’ (명소 – famous spot) for ‘no-eul’ (노을 – sunset glow) is a common interest. Locals might recommend well-known places like parks, mountains, or coastal areas.
Specifying ‘joyonghan got’ (조용한 곳 – quiet place) is important if you want to avoid crowds. Some popular sunset spots can get very busy, especially on weekends.
Don’t be surprised if a local offers very detailed directions or even suggests accompanying you part of the way, especially older Koreans who might show extra kindness to visitors.
Showing genuine appreciation for their recommendation with ‘Gamsahamnida’ (감사합니다 – Thank you) is always polite and well-received.
Sunset times vary greatly by season in Korea. It’s helpful to know the approximate sunset time for the day when asking, perhaps by saying “오늘 노을은 [시간]쯤 지죠?” (o-neul no-eu-reun [si-gan]-jjeum ji-jyo? – Today’s sunset is around [time], right?).
Real Conversation Example
Situation: A tourist approaches a local resident sitting on a bench in a park in the late afternoon.
Characters:
- A: Tourist
- B: Local Resident
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Expression: A: 안녕하세요, 실례지만 잠시 여쭤봐도 될까요?
Pronunciation: an-nyeong-ha-se-yo, sil-lye-ji-man jam-si yeo-jjeo-bwa-do doel-kka-yo?
Meaning: A: Hello, excuse me, but may I ask you something briefly? -
Expression: B: 네, 그럼요. 뭐 궁금하신 거 있으세요?
Pronunciation: ne, geu-reom-nyo. mwo gung-geum-ha-sin geo i-sseu-se-yo?
Meaning: B: Yes, of course. What are you curious about? -
Expression: A: 제가 이 근처에서 조용히 노을을 볼 수 있는 곳을 찾고 있는데요. 혹시 좋은 장소 아시면 추천해 주실 수 있나요?
Pronunciation: je-ga i geun-cheo-e-seo jo-yong-hi no-eu-reul bol su it-neun go-seul chat-go it-neun-de-yo. hok-si jo-eun jang-so a-si-myeon chu-cheon-hae ju-sil su in-na-yo?
Meaning: A: I’m looking for a place near here where I can quietly watch the sunset glow. If you happen to know a good spot, could you recommend one? -
Expression: B: 아, 노을이요. 조용한 곳을 원하시는군요. 음… 저쪽 언덕 위에 작은 정자가 하나 있는데, 거기가 사람이 별로 없고 경치가 좋아요.
Pronunciation: a, no-eu-ri-yo. jo-yong-han go-seul won-ha-si-neun-gun-yo. eum… jeo-jjok eon-deok wi-e ja-geun jeong-ja-ga ha-na it-neun-de, geo-gi-ga sa-ra-mi byeol-lo eop-go gyeong-chi-ga jo-a-yo.
Meaning: B: Ah, the sunset glow. You want a quiet place. Hmm… There’s a small pavilion on top of that hill over there. Not many people go there, and the view is nice. -
Expression: A: 아, 정말요? 여기서 많이 먼가요?
Pronunciation: a, jeong-mal-lyo? yeo-gi-seo ma-ni meon-ga-yo?
Meaning: A: Oh, really? Is it far from here? -
Expression: B: 아니요, 걸어서 10분 정도면 갈 수 있어요. 저기 보이는 길 따라서 쭉 올라가시면 돼요.
Pronunciation: a-ni-yo, geo-reo-seo sip-bun jeong-do-myeon gal su i-sseo-yo. jeo-gi bo-i-neun gil tta-ra-seo jjuk ol-la-ga-si-myeon dwae-yo.
Meaning: B: No, you can get there in about 10 minutes walking. Just follow that path you see over there straight up. -
Expression: A: 그렇군요! 정말 감사합니다. 덕분에 좋은 곳에서 노을을 볼 수 있겠네요.
Pronunciation: geu-reo-kun-yo! jeong-mal gam-sa-ham-ni-da. deok-bu-ne jo-eun go-se-seo no-eu-reul bol su it-gen-ne-yo.
Meaning: A: I see! Thank you so much. Thanks to you, I’ll be able to watch the sunset from a nice place. -
Expression: B: 별말씀을요. 아름다운 노을 감상 잘 하세요!
Pronunciation: byeol-mal-sseu-meul-lyo. a-reum-da-un no-eul gam-sang jal ha-se-yo!
Meaning: B: You’re welcome. Enjoy appreciating the beautiful sunset glow!
Practice Tips
Practice asking the core question in different ways~ Try combining phrases like “조용한 곳” (jo-yong-han got – quiet place) with “노을 보기 좋은 곳” (no-eul bo-gi jo-eun got – place good for seeing the sunset). Listen carefully to how native speakers pronounce ‘노을’ (no-eul)!
Role-play the conversation example with a friend or language partner. One person plays the tourist, and the other plays the local giving directions. Focus on both asking clearly and understanding the response!
Next time you are out around sunset time (even if not in Korea!), try thinking about how you would ask for a good viewing spot in Korean. This mental practice helps solidify the vocabulary and sentence structures. Good luck finding your perfect sunset spot! 파이팅! (pa-i-ting! – Fighting!/Good luck!)
