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Free / Discount in Korean: 무료, 할인
무료 = free. 할인 = discount. 세일 = sale.
Published on September 14, 2026
Free = 무료 (muryo). Discount = 할인 (harin). Useful question: 할인 되나요?
서비스 can mean a complimentary extra. 1+1 (buy one get one) is common at convenience stores.
Politeness levels
| Phrase | Romanization | Meaning | Register |
|---|---|---|---|
| 무료예요? | muryoyeyo? | Is it free? | Question |
| 할인 되나요? | harin doenayo? | Is there a discount? | Shopping |
| 학생 할인 있어요? | haksaeng harin isseoyo? | Student discount? | Student |
| 세일해요? | seilhaeyo? | Is it on sale? | Sale |
Related phrases
- 포인트 적립돼요? (pointeu jeongnipdwaeyo?): Can I earn points?
- 쿠폰 있어요 (kupon isseoyo): I have a coupon
- 더 싸게 안 돼요? (deo ssage an dwaeyo?): Can you do it cheaper?
Field tip
Tax refund (사후면세) is common for tourists in department stores.
Common mistake
프리 appears in marketing Konglish; 무료 stays clearer.
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