Korean Study : Useful Phrases of BANCHAN
When you eat in Korea , one thing that makes the dining table look so abundant is 반찬 (banchan)the small side dishes served with rice and soup . From kimchi and seasoned vegetables to pancake and pickles , banchan varies depending on the season and each restaurant’s style. A unique part of Korean dining culture is that side dishes can usually be refilled for free. If you run out, you can ask for more. Some restaurants even have a self-service station for banchan. Here are some useful Korean phrases you can use at restaurants: Useful Expressions at Restaurants 반찬 더 주세요. [Pronunciation: ban-chan deo ju-se-yo] Meaning: More side dishes, please. 이 반찬 더 주실 수 있나요? [Pronunciation: e ban-chan deo ju-sil su it-na-yo?] Meaning: Could I have some more of this side dish? 김치 더 주세요. [Pronunciation: gim-chi deo ju-se-yo] Meaning: More kimchi, please . Sometimes You’ll Hear: “반찬은 셀프입니다.” Sometimes, when you ask the staff for more side dishes, you might hear: ban-chan-...
