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물 주세요

How to say water please in Korean A1

물 주세요 — the café and restaurant line that gets you a glass in seconds.

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Every form, from formal to casual

물 주세요 is “water, please.” Add 차가운 / 미지근한 for cold / lukewarm.

KoreanRomanizationLevelUse
물 주세요 mul juseyoPoliteDefault at tables and cafés
물 한 잔 주세요 mul han jan juseyoPoliteOne glass of water
생수 주세요 saengsu juseyoPoliteBottled water
물 좀요 mul jomyoSoftQuick soft ask

Which one do I actually use?

Sit down: staff often bring water first. If not: 물 주세요. Hot weather: 차가운 물 주세요.

Pronunciation notes

  • 물 주세요

    mul ju-se-yo; ㄹ links lightly into 주.

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Common mistakes

  • ✗ 물 줘 to a stranger✓ 물 주세요Bare 줘 is casual.

Example sentences

물 한 잔 주세요.
mul han jan juseyo.
One glass of water, please.
차가운 물 있어요?
chagaun mul isseoyo?
Do you have cold water?

FAQ

How do you say water please in Korean?

물 주세요. For a bottle: 생수 주세요.

Is tap water free?

Restaurants usually bring free water; cafés may offer cups on request.

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