Planning a relaxing outing like a fishing trip involves specific vocabulary and expressions. This guide covers essential Korean phrases for discussing plans for a fishing trip, particularly in a scenario where a couple is planning this while enjoying lunch by a river. You’ll learn how to suggest ideas, discuss details, and express enjoyment related to both fishing and riverside dining.
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Core Expression
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Expression: 낚시 여행 계획 세우다
Pronunciation: nak-ssi yeo-haeng gye-hoek se-u-da
Meaning: To plan a fishing trip
Planning the Trip
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Expression: 우리 주말에 낚시하러 갈까요?
Pronunciation: u-ri ju-mal-e nak-ssi-ha-reo gal-kka-yo?
Meaning: Shall we go fishing this weekend? -
Expression: 어디로 가는 게 좋을까요?
Pronunciation: eo-di-ro ga-neun ge jo-eul-kka-yo?
Meaning: Where would be a good place to go? -
Expression: 강가에서 낚시하는 거 어때요?
Pronunciation: gang-ga-e-seo nak-ssi-ha-neun geo eo-ttae-yo?
Meaning: How about fishing by the river? -
Expression: 낚시 장비는 다 있어요?
Pronunciation: nak-ssi jang-bi-neun da it-sseo-yo?
Meaning: Do we have all the fishing gear? -
Expression: 낚싯대랑 미끼를 준비해야 해요.
Pronunciation: nak-ssit-dae-rang mi-kki-reul jun-bi-hae-ya hae-yo.
Meaning: We need to prepare fishing rods and bait. -
Expression: 점심은 뭘 싸갈까요?
Pronunciation: jeom-sim-eun mwol ssa-gal-kka-yo?
Meaning: What should we pack for lunch? -
Expression: 김밥이랑 과일 좀 가져가요.
Pronunciation: gim-bap-i-rang gwa-il jom ga-jyeo-ga-yo.
Meaning: Let’s bring some gimbap and fruit. -
Expression: 날씨가 좋았으면 좋겠어요.
Pronunciation: nal-ssi-ga jo-at-sseu-myeon jo-ket-sseo-yo.
Meaning: I hope the weather is good. -
Expression: 토요일 아침 일찍 출발해요.
Pronunciation: to-yo-il a-chim il-jjik chul-bal-hae-yo.
Meaning: Let’s leave early on Saturday morning. -
Expression: 낚시 명소 좀 찾아볼게요.
Pronunciation: nak-ssi myeong-so jom cha-ja-bol-ge-yo.
Meaning: I’ll look up some good fishing spots. -
Expression: 필요한 거 목록을 만들어 봐요.
Pronunciation: pil-yo-han geo mok-rok-eul man-deu-reo bwa-yo.
Meaning: Let’s make a list of things we need. -
Expression: 이번 여행 정말 기대돼요.
Pronunciation: i-beon yeo-haeng jeong-mal gi-dae-dwae-yo.
Meaning: I’m really looking forward to this trip.
Fishing Related Vocabulary
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Expression: 낚싯대
Pronunciation: nak-ssit-dae
Meaning: Fishing rod -
Expression: 낚싯줄
Pronunciation: nak-ssit-jul
Meaning: Fishing line -
Expression: 낚싯바늘
Pronunciation: nak-ssit-ba-neul
Meaning: Fishhook -
Expression: 미끼
Pronunciation: mi-kki
Meaning: Bait -
Expression: 찌
Pronunciation: jji
Meaning: Fishing float / Bobber -
Expression: 물고기 잡다
Pronunciation: mul-go-gi jap-tta
Meaning: To catch a fish -
Expression: 입질이 오다
Pronunciation: ip-jil-i o-da
Meaning: To get a bite (from a fish) -
Expression: 강낚시
Pronunciation: gang-nak-ssi
Meaning: River fishing -
Expression: 바다낚시
Pronunciation: ba-da-nak-ssi
Meaning: Sea fishing -
Expression: 낚시 의자
Pronunciation: nak-ssi ui-ja
Meaning: Fishing chair -
Expression: 아이스박스
Pronunciation: a-i-seu-bak-seu
Meaning: Icebox / Cooler -
Expression: 낚시 금지 구역
Pronunciation: nak-ssi geum-ji gu-yeok
Meaning: No fishing zone
Enjoying Lunch by the River
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Expression: 강가에서 점심 먹으니까 좋다.
Pronunciation: gang-ga-e-seo jeom-sim meo-geu-ni-kka jo-ta.
Meaning: It’s nice eating lunch by the river. -
Expression: 경치가 정말 아름다워요.
Pronunciation: gyeong-chi-ga jeong-mal a-reum-da-wo-yo.
Meaning: The scenery is really beautiful. -
Expression: 바람이 시원하게 불어요.
Pronunciation: ba-ram-i si-won-ha-ge bul-eo-yo.
Meaning: The wind is blowing coolly. -
Expression: 도시락 맛있어요?
Pronunciation: do-si-rak ma-sit-sseo-yo?
Meaning: Is the packed lunch delicious? -
Expression: 네, 직접 만드니까 더 맛있네요.
Pronunciation: ne, jik-jjeop man-deu-ni-kka deo ma-sin-ne-yo.
Meaning: Yes, it’s even more delicious because you made it yourself. -
Expression: 여기서 커피 한잔하면 좋겠다.
Pronunciation: yeo-gi-seo keo-pi han-jan-ha-myeon jo-ket-tta.
Meaning: It would be nice to have a cup of coffee here. -
Expression: 물소리가 평화로워요.
Pronunciation: mul-so-ri-ga pyeong-hwa-ro-wo-yo.
Meaning: The sound of the water is peaceful. -
Expression: 밥 먹고 잠깐 산책할까요?
Pronunciation: bap meok-kko jam-kkan san-chae-kal-kka-yo?
Meaning: Shall we take a short walk after eating? -
Expression: 여기 앉아서 쉬는 것만으로도 힐링돼요.
Pronunciation: yeo-gi an-ja-seo swi-neun geon-man-eu-ro-do hil-ling-dwae-yo.
Meaning: Just sitting here and resting is healing. -
Expression: 오리들이 헤엄치고 있어요.
Pronunciation: o-ri-deul-i he-eom-chi-go it-sseo-yo.
Meaning: The ducks are swimming. -
Expression: 다음에 또 여기 와서 점심 먹어요.
Pronunciation: da-eum-e tto yeo-gi wa-seo jeom-sim meo-geo-yo.
Meaning: Let’s come here again next time for lunch. -
Expression: 쓰레기는 꼭 챙겨가야 해요.
Pronunciation: sseu-re-gi-neun kkok chaeng-gyeo-ga-ya hae-yo.
Meaning: We must make sure to take our trash with us.
Cultural Tips
Fishing (낚시 – nak-ssi) is a popular hobby in Korea, enjoyed by people of all ages. Many Koreans prefer freshwater fishing in rivers (강 – gang) or reservoirs (저수지 – jeo-su-ji), but sea fishing (바다낚시 – ba-da-nak-ssi) is also very common, especially in coastal areas.
Combining outdoor activities with food is very typical in Korean culture. Packing a lunch (도시락 – do-si-rak), often consisting of 김밥 (gim-bap), fruits, and snacks, to enjoy by the river or at a fishing spot is a common practice. It enhances the overall experience of the outing.
Riversides, especially along the Han River in Seoul, are popular spots for picnics, cycling, and relaxation. Many parks are well-maintained, offering amenities and beautiful views, making them ideal locations for casual dates or family outings like the one described.
Be mindful of designated fishing areas and environmental regulations. Some spots may require permits or have restrictions on catching certain types of fish or during specific seasons. Always clean up after yourself (쓰레기는 되가져가기 – sseu-re-gi-neun doe-ga-jyeo-ga-gi), leaving the natural environment as you found it.
Real Conversation Example
Situation: A couple (Minjun and Sora) are eating lunch (도시락 – do-si-rak) on a bench by the river, planning a weekend fishing trip.
Characters:
- A: Minjun (민준)
- B: Sora (소라)
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Expression: A: 소라 씨, 이 김밥 정말 맛있어요. 강가에서 먹으니까 더 좋네요.
Pronunciation: so-ra ssi, i gim-bap jeong-mal ma-sit-sseo-yo. gang-ga-e-seo meo-geu-ni-kka deo jon-ne-yo.
Meaning: Sora, this gimbap is really delicious. Eating it by the river makes it even better. -
Expression: B: 그렇죠? 경치도 좋고. 아, 맞다! 우리 이번 주말에 낚시 가기로 한 거요. 어디로 갈지 정했어요?
Pronunciation: geu-reo-cho? gyeong-chi-do jo-ko. a, mat-tta! u-ri i-beon ju-mal-e nak-ssi ga-gi-ro han geo-yo. eo-di-ro gal-ji jeong-haet-sseo-yo?
Meaning: Right? The view is nice too. Oh, right! About us going fishing this weekend. Have you decided where to go? -
Expression: A: 음, 아직요. 인터넷에서 찾아봤는데, 여기 근처에 괜찮은 강낚시터가 있더라고요.
Pronunciation: eum, a-jing-nyo. in-teo-ne-se-seo cha-ja-bwan-neun-de, yeo-gi geun-cheo-e gwaen-chan-eun gang-nak-ssi-teo-ga it-tteo-ra-go-yo.
Meaning: Hmm, not yet. I looked online, and there seems to be a decent river fishing spot near here. -
Expression: B: 오, 정말요? 가까우면 좋죠. 낚시 장비는 다 준비됐어요? 낚싯대랑 미끼 같은 거요.
Pronunciation: o, jeong-mal-lyo? ga-kka-u-myeon jo-cho. nak-ssi jang-bi-neun da jun-bi-dwaet-sseo-yo? nak-ssit-dae-rang mi-kki ga-teun geo-yo.
Meaning: Oh, really? Closer is better. Is all the fishing gear ready? Like the fishing rods and bait. -
Expression: A: 네, 낚싯대는 창고에 있고, 미끼는 가는 길에 낚시 가게에서 사면 될 것 같아요.
Pronunciation: ne, nak-ssit-dae-neun chang-go-e it-kko, mi-kki-neun ga-neun gil-e nak-ssi ga-ge-e-seo sa-myeon doel geot ga-ta-yo.
Meaning: Yes, the fishing rods are in the storage, and I think we can buy bait at a fishing store on the way. -
Expression: B: 좋아요! 그럼 점심은 또 이렇게 도시락 싸가면 되겠네요. 그때는 제가 샌드위치 만들어 볼게요.
Pronunciation: jo-a-yo! geu-reom jeom-sim-eun tto i-reo-ke do-si-rak ssa-ga-myeon doe-gen-ne-yo. geu-ttae-neun je-ga saen-deu-wi-chi man-deu-reo bol-ge-yo.
Meaning: Sounds good! Then we can pack a lunch box like this again for lunch. I’ll try making sandwiches next time. -
Expression: A: 와, 기대되는데요! 토요일 아침 일찍 출발해서 좋은 자리 잡아요. 물고기 많이 잡았으면 좋겠다!
Pronunciation: wa, gi-dae-doe-neun-de-yo! to-yo-il a-chim il-jjik chul-bal-hae-seo jo-eun ja-ri ja-ba-yo. mul-go-gi ma-ni ja-bat-sseu-myeon jo-ket-tta!
Meaning: Wow, I’m looking forward to it! Let’s leave early Saturday morning and get a good spot. I hope we catch a lot of fish! -
Expression: B: 네! 생각만 해도 신나요. 낚시도 하고, 맛있는 것도 먹고, 경치도 보고! 완벽한 주말이 될 거예요.
Pronunciation: ne! saeng-gang-man hae-do sin-na-yo. nak-ssi-do ha-go, ma-sin-neun geot-tto meok-kko, gyeong-chi-do bo-go! wan-byeo-kan ju-mal-i doel geo-ye-yo.
Meaning: Yes! Just thinking about it is exciting. Fishing, eating delicious food, and enjoying the scenery! It will be a perfect weekend.
Practice Tips
Planning an activity like a fishing trip is a great way to practice conversational Korean! Try role-playing this scenario with a study partner~ Imagine you are planning your own fishing trip or a similar outdoor activity. Use the phrases for suggesting locations, preparing items, and expressing anticipation!
You can also practice by describing a recent outdoor meal or picnic you had. Talk about the food, the location, and the atmosphere using the expressions learned today. Remember to pay attention to the pronunciation, breaking down words syllable by syllable. Keep practicing, and soon you’ll be able to discuss your weekend plans naturally in Korean!
