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Takeout / Delivery in Korean: 포장, 배달

포장 = takeout. 배달 = delivery. Key ordering phrases.

Nicolas

Published on September 14, 2026

Takeout / Delivery in Korean: 포장, 배달

Takeout = 포장해 주세요 (pojanghae juseyo). Delivery = 배달해 주세요 (baedalhae juseyo).

Korea is a delivery nation. Coupang Eats, Baemin, and Yogiyo dominate. In-store, 포장 is the magic word.

Politeness levels

PhraseRomanizationMeaningRegister
포장해 주세요pojanghae juseyoTakeout pleaseStore
배달 되나요?baedal doenayo?Do you deliver?Question
여기서 먹을게요yeogiseo meogeulgeyoI'll eat hereDine-in
수저 넣어 주세요sujeo neoeo juseyoPlease include utensilsDetail
  • 몇 분 걸려요? (myeot bun geollyeoyo?): How many minutes does it take?
  • 문 앞에 놔 주세요 (mun ape nwa juseyo): Leave it at the door
  • 벨 눌러 주세요 (bel nulleo juseyo): Please ring the bell

Field tip

On apps you can often decline disposable utensils for eco options.

Common mistake

테이크아웃 is understood, but 포장 is more natural.

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