Learning a new activity with a friend is always exciting! This guide provides essential Korean phrases and expressions you can use to persuade a friend to join you for a new salsa dancing class this week. You’ll learn how to make the suggestion, address potential concerns, highlight the benefits, and finalize your plans, all in natural Korean.
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Core Suggestion
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Expression: 이번 주에 새로운 살사 댄스 수업 같이 들어볼래?
Pronunciation: i-beon ju-e sae-ro-un sal-sa daen-seu su-eop ga-chi deu-reo-bol-lae?
Meaning: Want to try a new salsa dance class together this week? (Informal suggestion between friends)
Making the Suggestion
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Expression: 이번 주에 살사 수업 새로 생겼는데 같이 가볼래?
Pronunciation: i-beon ju-e sal-sa su-eop sae-ro saeng-gyeot-neun-de ga-chi ga-bol-lae?
Meaning: There’s a new salsa class this week, want to go together? -
Expression: 우리 같이 살사 댄스 배워보는 거 어때?
Pronunciation: u-ri ga-chi sal-sa daen-seu bae-wo-bo-neun geo eo-ttae?
Meaning: How about we learn salsa dancing together? -
Expression: 나 살사 댄스 수업 등록하려고 하는데, 너도 같이 할래?
Pronunciation: na sal-sa daen-seu su-eop deung-rok-ha-ryeo-go ha-neun-de, neo-do ga-chi hal-lae?
Meaning: I’m planning to sign up for a salsa class, do you want to join too? -
Expression: 여기 근처에 괜찮은 살사 수업 있대.
Pronunciation: yeo-gi geun-cheo-e gwaen-cha-neun sal-sa su-eop it-dae.
Meaning: They say there’s a decent salsa class near here. -
Expression: 새로운 거 한번 해보자!
Pronunciation: sae-ro-un geo han-beon hae-bo-ja!
Meaning: Let’s try something new! -
Expression: 시간 괜찮으면 같이 가자.
Pronunciation: si-gan gwaen-cha-neu-myeon ga-chi ga-ja.
Meaning: If you have time, let’s go together. -
Expression: 이거 진짜 재밌을 것 같아.
Pronunciation: i-geo jin-jja jae-mi-isseul geot ga-ta.
Meaning: I think this will be really fun. -
Expression: 너도 좋아할 것 같아서 물어보는 거야.
Pronunciation: neo-do jo-a-hal geot ga-ta-seo mu-reo-bo-neun geo-ya.
Meaning: I’m asking because I thought you might like it too. -
Expression: 한 번 체험 수업 들어볼까?
Pronunciation: han beon che-heom su-eop deu-reo-bol-kka?
Meaning: Shall we try a trial class once? -
Expression: 요즘 살사가 유행이래.
Pronunciation: yo-jeum sal-sa-ga yu-haeng-i-rae.
Meaning: They say salsa is trendy these days.
Addressing Hesitation
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Expression: 걱정하지 마. 나도 처음이야.
Pronunciation: geok-jeong-ha-ji ma. na-do cheo-eum-i-ya.
Meaning: Don’t worry. It’s my first time too. -
Expression: 완전 초보자 대상 수업이래.
Pronunciation: wan-jeon cho-bo-ja dae-sang su-eo-bi-rae.
Meaning: They say it’s a class for complete beginners. -
Expression: 춤 못 춰도 괜찮아. 배우면 되지!
Pronunciation: chum mot chwo-do gwaen-cha-na. bae-u-myeon doe-ji!
Meaning: It’s okay if you can’t dance. We can just learn! -
Expression: 쑥스러워할 필요 없어. 다들 배우러 오는 건데.
Pronunciation: ssuk-seu-reo-wo-hal pil-lyo eop-seo. da-deul bae-u-reo o-neun geon-de.
Meaning: No need to be shy. Everyone’s there to learn. -
Expression: 어렵지 않을 거야.
Pronunciation: eo-ryeop-ji a-neul geo-ya.
Meaning: It probably won’t be difficult. -
Expression: 내가 옆에 있을게!
Pronunciation: nae-ga yeo-pe is-seul-ge!
Meaning: I’ll be right beside you! -
Expression: 부담 갖지 말고 그냥 재미로 해보자.
Pronunciation: bu-dam gat-ji mal-go geu-nyang jae-mi-ro hae-bo-ja.
Meaning: Don’t feel pressured, let’s just try it for fun. -
Expression: 특별한 옷이나 신발 필요 없대.
Pronunciation: teuk-byeol-han ot-i-na sin-bal pil-lyo eop-dae.
Meaning: They say you don’t need special clothes or shoes. -
Expression: 시간 안 되면 다음 주에 가도 되고.
Pronunciation: si-gan an doe-myeon da-eum ju-e ga-do doe-go.
Meaning: If you don’t have time, we can go next week too. -
Expression: 파트너 없어도 괜찮대. 수업에서 정해준대.
Pronunciation: pa-teu-neo eop-seo-do gwaen-chan-tae. su-eop-e-seo jeong-hae-jun-dae.
Meaning: They say it’s okay even if you don’t have a partner. They assign them in class.
Highlighting Benefits
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Expression: 운동도 되고 좋을 것 같아.
Pronunciation: un-dong-do doe-go jo-eul geot ga-ta.
Meaning: I think it’ll be good exercise too. -
Expression: 스트레스 해소에 최고래!
Pronunciation: seu-teu-re-seu hae-so-e choe-go-rae!
Meaning: They say it’s the best for stress relief! -
Expression: 새로운 사람들 만날 수도 있고.
Pronunciation: sae-ro-un sa-ram-deul man-nal su-do it-go.
Meaning: We might meet new people too. -
Expression: 음악도 신나고 기분 전환될 거야.
Pronunciation: eu-mak-do sin-na-go gi-bun jeon-hwan-doel geo-ya.
Meaning: The music is exciting, it’ll be a refreshing change. -
Expression: 같이 하면 더 재미있을 거야.
Pronunciation: ga-chi ha-myeon deo jae-mi-isseul geo-ya.
Meaning: It’ll be more fun if we do it together. -
Expression: 몸치 탈출할 기회야!
Pronunciation: mom-chi tal-chul-hal gi-hoe-ya!
Meaning: It’s a chance to escape being a bad dancer! (Literally: body idiot escape chance) -
Expression: 자신감도 생길 수 있어.
Pronunciation: ja-sin-gam-do saeng-gil su is-seo.
Meaning: You might gain confidence too. -
Expression: 배워두면 나중에 파티 같은 데서 쓸모 있을지도 몰라.
Pronunciation: bae-wo-du-myeon na-jung-e pa-ti ga-teun de-seo sseul-mo is-seul-ji-do mol-la.
Meaning: If we learn it, it might be useful later at parties or similar events. -
Expression: 활력소가 될 수 있을 것 같아.
Pronunciation: hwal-lyeok-so-ga doel su is-seul geot ga-ta.
Meaning: I think it could be invigorating / add vitality to our lives. -
Expression: 새로운 취미를 만드는 것도 좋잖아.
Pronunciation: sae-ro-un chwi-mi-reul man-deu-neun geot-do jo-cha-na.
Meaning: Making a new hobby is good, isn’t it?
Confirming Plans
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Expression: 그래서, 같이 갈 거지?
Pronunciation: geu-rae-seo, ga-chi gal geo-ji?
Meaning: So, you’re coming with me, right? -
Expression: 좋아! 그럼 이번 주 목요일 저녁 어때?
Pronunciation: jo-a! geu-reom i-beon ju mok-yo-il jeo-nyeok eo-ttae?
Meaning: Great! Then how about this Thursday evening? -
Expression: 수업 시작하기 전에 어디서 만날까?
Pronunciation: su-eop si-jak-ha-gi jeo-ne eo-di-seo man-nal-kka?
Meaning: Where should we meet before the class starts? -
Expression: 내가 같이 등록해 줄까?
Pronunciation: nae-ga ga-chi deung-rok-hae jul-kka?
Meaning: Shall I register for you too? -
Expression: 수업 시간표 확인해 보자.
Pronunciation: su-eop si-gan-pyo hwa-gin-hae bo-ja.
Meaning: Let’s check the class schedule. -
Expression: 정확한 장소랑 시간 알려줄게.
Pronunciation: jeong-hwa-kan jang-so-rang si-gan al-lyeo-jul-ge.
Meaning: I’ll let you know the exact place and time. -
Expression: 혹시 필요한 거 있으면 미리 말해줘.
Pronunciation: hok-si pil-lyo-han geo is-seu-myeon mi-ri mal-hae-jwo.
Meaning: Let me know in advance if you need anything. -
Expression: 결정했으면 알려줘!
Pronunciation: gyeol-jeong-haet-seu-myeon al-lyeo-jwo!
Meaning: Let me know when you’ve decided! -
Expression: 그럼 그때 보자!
Pronunciation: geu-reom geu-ttae bo-ja!
Meaning: Okay, see you then! -
Expression: 잊지 말고 꼭 와!
Pronunciation: it-ji mal-go kkok wa!
Meaning: Don’t forget, make sure you come!
Cultural Tips
In Korea, suggesting activities to friends is very common. Using informal language like -ㄹ/을래? (want to…?) or -자 (let’s…) is natural between close friends.
Trying new hobbies and group activities like dance classes is popular, especially among younger generations seeking self-improvement or stress relief. Emphasizing the fun, social, or health aspects can be persuasive.
Addressing potential shyness (쑥스러움 – ssuk-seu-reo-um) or lack of experience is often helpful, as people might hesitate if they feel they aren’t good enough initially. Reassuring them that it’s beginner-friendly is key.
Confirming plans clearly, including time and location, is important. Koreans often appreciate detailed planning for social arrangements.
While salsa isn’t traditionally Korean, partner dances and various international dance styles have gained significant popularity, with many studios offering classes in major cities.
Real Conversation Example
Situation: Minji wants to convince her friend Sora to join a new salsa class.
Characters:
- A: Minji (민지)
- B: Sora (소라)
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Expression: A: 소라야, 이번 주 금요일 저녁에 뭐 해?
Pronunciation: So-ra-ya, i-beon ju geum-yo-il jeo-nyeok-e mwo hae?
Meaning: Sora, what are you doing this Friday evening? -
Expression: B: 음… 아직 특별한 계획 없어. 왜?
Pronunciation: Eum… a-jik teuk-byeol-han gye-hoek eop-seo. wae?
Meaning: Hmm… No special plans yet. Why? -
Expression: A: 우리 동네 문화센터에 새로운 살사 댄스 수업 생겼는데, 같이 들어볼래? 완전 초보반이래!
Pronunciation: u-ri dong-ne mun-hwa-sen-teo-e sae-ro-un sal-sa daen-seu su-eop saeng-gyeot-neun-de, ga-chi deu-reo-bol-lae? wan-jeon cho-bo-ban-i-rae!
Meaning: There’s a new salsa dance class at our local community center, want to try it together? They say it’s a total beginner class! -
Expression: B: 살사? 내가 춤을 잘 못 춰서… 좀 쑥스러운데.
Pronunciation: Sal-sa? nae-ga chu-meul jal mot chwo-seo… jom ssuk-seu-reo-un-de.
Meaning: Salsa? I’m not good at dancing… I feel a bit shy. -
Expression: A: 에이, 걱정 마! 나도 완전 처음이야. 다들 배우러 오는 건데 뭐 어때. 스트레스도 풀리고 운동도 되고 재밌을 것 같아!
Pronunciation: E-i, geok-jeong ma! na-do wan-jeon cheo-eum-i-ya. da-deul bae-u-reo o-neun geon-de mwo eo-ttae. seu-teu-re-seu-do pul-li-go un-dong-do doe-go jae-mi-isseul geot ga-ta!
Meaning: Hey, don’t worry! It’s my absolute first time too. Everyone’s coming to learn, so what does it matter? I think it’ll relieve stress, be good exercise, and be fun! -
Expression: B: 흐음… 정말 괜찮을까? 파트너 없어도 돼?
Pronunciation: Heu-eum… jeong-mal gwaen-cha-neul-kka? pa-teu-neo eop-seo-do dwae?
Meaning: Hmmm… Will it really be okay? Is it alright even without a partner? -
Expression: A: 응! 파트너 없어도 되고, 그냥 편한 옷 입고 오면 된대. 한번 해보자! 내가 같이 등록해줄게!
Pronunciation: Eung! pa-teu-neo eop-seo-do doe-go, geu-nyang pyeon-han ot ip-go o-myeon doen-dae. han-beon hae-bo-ja! nae-ga ga-chi deung-rok-hae-jul-ge!
Meaning: Yep! You don’t need a partner, and they say you just need to wear comfortable clothes. Let’s try it! I’ll register for you too! -
Expression: B: 알았어… 네가 그렇게 말하니까 한번 가볼게! 금요일 저녁 몇 시야?
Pronunciation: A-ra-sseo… ne-ga geu-reo-ke mal-ha-ni-kka han-beon ga-bol-ge! Geum-yo-il jeo-nyeok myeot si-ya?
Meaning: Okay… Since you put it that way, I’ll give it a try! What time on Friday evening? -
Expression: A: 저녁 7시 시작이래. 6시 50분까지 문화센터 로비에서 만나자!
Pronunciation: jeo-nyeok il-gop-si si-ja-gi-rae. yeo-seot-si o-sip-bun-kka-ji mun-hwa-sen-teo ro-bi-e-seo man-na-ja!
Meaning: It starts at 7 PM. Let’s meet at the community center lobby by 6:50 PM! -
Expression: B: 오케이! 그때 봐~
Pronunciation: O-ke-i! geu-ttae bwa~
Meaning: Okay! See you then~
Practice Tips
Try role-playing this conversation with a friend or language partner! Practice both suggesting the activity and responding with hesitation before agreeing~ You can switch out “salsa class” (살사 수업 – sal-sa su-eop) with other activities like “movie” (영화 – yeong-hwa), “hiking” (등산 – deung-san), or “cooking class” (요리 수업 – yo-ri su-eop).
Listen to how native speakers make suggestions in Korean dramas or variety shows. Pay attention to their intonation and the specific phrases they use to persuade others. Good luck, and have fun trying new things with your friends in Korean!
