Shopping
In contrast to some other parts of Korea, fixed prices tend to be the norm and bargaining uncommon in most shops in Geoje. You might have more success in the open market than in the stores. Be aware that there are some stores with a policy of not allowing customers to try on clothes before buying.
It can be helpful to master some Korean phrases for going shopping in Korea. We have listed a few below.
> SOME USEFUL KOREAN PHRASES WHEN SHOPPING
Eol-ma-ye-yo – How much is it?
…Odi-eyo? – Where is…?
…….iss-seo-yo? – Is there/do you have?
Bogiman halgeyo – I’m just looking
I-geo/je-geo chuseyo – I’ll take this/that
Jom kka-kka chuseyo – Please give me a discount
Pissayo/sayo – Expensive/cheap
Deo isseoyo? – Is there more?
Tal-uishil – Changing room