Airport lounges offer a comfortable escape during travel, but accessing and using them in Korea requires knowing the right phrases. This guide provides essential Korean expressions for navigating airport lounges, from checking eligibility and finding amenities to asking for assistance, ensuring a smoother and more relaxing pre-flight experience.
Table Of Content
Core Expression
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Expression: 공항 라운지 이용하기
Pronunciation: gong-hang ra-un-ji i-yong-ha-gi
Meaning: Using the airport lounge
Finding and Entering the Lounge
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Expression: 라운지 어디에 있어요?
Pronunciation: ra-un-ji eo-di-e i-sseo-yo?
Meaning: Where is the lounge? -
Expression: 이 카드로 라운지 이용할 수 있나요?
Pronunciation: i ka-deu-ro ra-un-ji i-yong-hal su in-na-yo?
Meaning: Can I use the lounge with this card? -
Expression: 라운지 이용권을 보여주세요.
Pronunciation: ra-un-ji i-yong-gwon-eul bo-yeo-ju-se-yo.
Meaning: Please show your lounge access pass. -
Expression: 탑승권 좀 보여주시겠어요?
Pronunciation: tap-seung-gwon jom bo-yeo-ju-si-ge-sseo-yo?
Meaning: Could you please show me your boarding pass? -
Expression: 여기서 체크인해야 하나요?
Pronunciation: yeo-gi-seo che-keu-in-hae-ya ha-na-yo?
Meaning: Do I need to check in here? -
Expression: 동반 1인 무료인가요?
Pronunciation: dong-ban il-in mu-ryo-in-ga-yo?
Meaning: Is one companion free? -
Expression: 이용 시간이 어떻게 되나요?
Pronunciation: i-yong si-gan-i eo-tteo-ke doe-na-yo?
Meaning: What are the operating hours? -
Expression: 라운지 이용 요금이 얼마예요?
Pronunciation: ra-un-ji i-yong yo-geum-i eol-ma-ye-yo?
Meaning: How much is the lounge access fee? -
Expression: PP 카드로 입장 가능해요?
Pronunciation: pi-pi ka-deu-ro ip-jang ga-neung-hae-yo?
Meaning: Can I enter with a Priority Pass card? -
Expression: 신용카드로 결제할게요.
Pronunciation: sin-yong-ka-deu-ro gyeol-je-hal-ge-yo.
Meaning: I’ll pay by credit card. -
Expression: 제 이름으로 예약되어 있을 거예요.
Pronunciation: je i-reum-eu-ro ye-yak-doe-eo i-sseul geo-ye-yo.
Meaning: There should be a reservation under my name. -
Expression: 환영합니다. 편히 이용하세요.
Pronunciation: hwan-yeong-ham-ni-da. pyeon-hi i-yong-ha-se-yo.
Meaning: Welcome. Please make yourself comfortable.
Using Lounge Facilities
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Expression: 음식은 어디에 있나요?
Pronunciation: eum-sik-eun eo-di-e in-na-yo?
Meaning: Where is the food? -
Expression: 음료는 무료인가요?
Pronunciation: eum-ryo-neun mu-ryo-in-ga-yo?
Meaning: Are the drinks free? -
Expression: 와이파이 비밀번호가 뭐예요?
Pronunciation: wa-i-pa-i bi-mil-beon-ho-ga mwo-ye-yo?
Meaning: What is the Wi-Fi password? -
Expression: 샤워실을 이용하고 싶어요.
Pronunciation: sya-wo-sil-eul i-yong-ha-go si-peo-yo.
Meaning: I’d like to use the shower room. -
Expression: 수건 좀 주시겠어요?
Pronunciation: su-geon jom ju-si-ge-sseo-yo?
Meaning: Could I have a towel, please? -
Expression: 프린터 사용할 수 있나요?
Pronunciation: peu-rin-teo sa-yong-hal su in-na-yo?
Meaning: Can I use the printer? -
Expression: 콘센트는 어디에 있어요?
Pronunciation: kon-sen-teu-neun eo-di-e i-sseo-yo?
Meaning: Where are the power outlets? -
Expression: 조용한 자리가 있나요?
Pronunciation: jo-yong-han ja-ri-ga in-na-yo?
Meaning: Is there a quiet seat available? -
Expression: 신문이나 잡지 있어요?
Pronunciation: sin-mun-i-na jap-ji i-sseo-yo?
Meaning: Are there newspapers or magazines? -
Expression: 안마의자 사용해도 되나요?
Pronunciation: an-ma-ui-ja sa-yong-hae-do doe-na-yo?
Meaning: May I use the massage chair? -
Expression: 비행 정보 스크린은 어디에 있나요?
Pronunciation: bi-haeng jeong-bo seu-keu-rin-eun eo-di-e in-na-yo?
Meaning: Where is the flight information screen? -
Expression: 화장실은 어디예요?
Pronunciation: hwa-jang-sil-eun eo-di-ye-yo?
Meaning: Where is the restroom?
Asking for Assistance
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Expression: 도와주세요.
Pronunciation: do-wa-ju-se-yo.
Meaning: Please help me. -
Expression: 직원 분 계신가요?
Pronunciation: jik-won bun gye-sin-ga-yo?
Meaning: Is there a staff member here? -
Expression: 제 비행기 탑승 시간을 알려주세요.
Pronunciation: je bi-haeng-gi tap-seung si-gan-eul al-lyeo-ju-se-yo.
Meaning: Please tell me my flight’s boarding time. -
Expression: 탑승 게이트가 변경되었나요?
Pronunciation: tap-seung ge-i-teu-ga byeon-gyeong-doe-eon-na-yo?
Meaning: Has the boarding gate changed? -
Expression: 짐을 잠시 맡겨도 될까요?
Pronunciation: jim-eul jam-si mat-gyeo-do doel-kka-yo?
Meaning: Can I leave my luggage here for a moment? -
Expression: 와이파이가 안 돼요.
Pronunciation: wa-i-pa-i-ga an dwae-yo.
Meaning: The Wi-Fi isn’t working. -
Expression: 이 음식이 무엇인가요?
Pronunciation: i eum-sik-i mu-eo-sin-ga-yo?
Meaning: What is this food? -
Expression: 알레르기가 있어요.
Pronunciation: al-le-reu-gi-ga i-sseo-yo.
Meaning: I have allergies. -
Expression: 물 좀 주세요.
Pronunciation: mul jom ju-se-yo.
Meaning: Please give me some water. -
Expression: 담요 빌릴 수 있을까요?
Pronunciation: dam-yo bil-lil su i-sseul-kka-yo?
Meaning: Could I borrow a blanket? -
Expression: 택시를 불러주시겠어요?
Pronunciation: taek-si-reul bul-leo-ju-si-ge-sseo-yo?
Meaning: Could you call a taxi for me? (Less common in lounges, but possible) -
Expression: 여기서 얼마나 더 머물 수 있나요?
Pronunciation: yeo-gi-seo eol-ma-na deo meo-mul su in-na-yo?
Meaning: How much longer can I stay here?
Cultural Tips
Keep Noise Levels Down: Lounges are generally quiet spaces for relaxation or work. Avoid loud phone calls or conversations. Use headphones if listening to music or watching videos.
Moderate Food/Drink Consumption: While food and drinks are often complimentary, practice moderation. Avoid taking excessive amounts back to your seat or packing food to take away unless explicitly permitted.
Respect Shared Spaces: Be mindful of others when using facilities like charging stations, seating areas, or business centers. Don’t occupy more space than necessary, especially during peak hours.
Dress Code: While usually casual, some exclusive lounges might have a slightly more formal dress code. Smart casual is generally a safe bet.
Staff Interaction: Korean service staff are generally very polite and helpful. Address them respectfully using phrases like 저기요 (jeo-gi-yo – Excuse me) to get their attention and 감사합니다 (gam-sa-ham-ni-da – Thank you).
Real Conversation Example
Situation: A traveler (A) approaches the reception desk of an airport lounge to check if they can enter with their credit card.
Roles: A: Traveler, B: Lounge Staff
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Expression: A: 안녕하세요. 이 카드로 라운지 이용 가능한가요?
Pronunciation: an-nyeong-ha-se-yo. i ka-deu-ro ra-un-ji i-yong ga-neung-han-ga-yo?
Meaning: Hello. Can I use the lounge with this card? -
Expression: B: 네, 확인해 보겠습니다. 카드와 탑승권 좀 보여주시겠어요?
Pronunciation: ne, hwa-gin-hae bo-ge-sseum-ni-da. ka-deu-wa tap-seung-gwon jom bo-yeo-ju-si-ge-sseo-yo?
Meaning: Yes, let me check. Could you please show me your card and boarding pass? -
Expression: A: 네, 여기 있습니다.
Pronunciation: ne, yeo-gi i-sseum-ni-da.
Meaning: Yes, here they are. -
Expression: B: (잠시 후) 네, 고객님. 이용 가능하십니다. 안쪽으로 들어가시면 됩니다. 와이파이 비밀번호는 여기 안내문에 있습니다.
Pronunciation: (jam-si hu) ne, go-gaeng-nim. i-yong ga-neung-ha-sim-ni-da. an-jjok-eu-ro deu-reo-ga-si-myeon doem-ni-da. wa-i-pa-i bi-mil-beon-ho-neun yeo-gi an-nae-mun-e i-sseum-ni-da.
Meaning: (After a moment) Yes, sir/ma’am. You can use the lounge. Please go inside. The Wi-Fi password is on this information sheet here. -
Expression: A: 감사합니다. 샤워실도 이용할 수 있나요?
Pronunciation: gam-sa-ham-ni-da. sya-wo-sil-do i-yong-hal su in-na-yo?
Meaning: Thank you. Can I also use the shower room? -
Expression: B: 네, 이용 가능합니다. 원하시면 수건을 드릴까요?
Pronunciation: ne, i-yong ga-neung-ham-ni-da. won-ha-si-myeon su-geon-eul deu-ril-kka-yo?
Meaning: Yes, you can. Would you like a towel if you wish to use it? -
Expression: A: 네, 부탁드립니다.
Pronunciation: ne, bu-tak-deu-rim-ni-da.
Meaning: Yes, please.
Practice Tips
Practice makes perfect~! Try role-playing the conversation example with a friend or language partner. Before your next trip, review the phrases related to checking in, asking for Wi-Fi, and requesting amenities. Listen to how lounge announcements are made at Korean airports if possible. Don’t be afraid to use these phrases when you travel – lounge staff are usually accustomed to assisting international visitors. Good luck and enjoy your comfortable lounge experience! 화이팅! (hwa-i-ting! – Fighting!/Good luck!)
