[#33] How to Say 'Is There a ___ Nearby?' in Korean

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How to Say 'Is There a ___ Nearby?' in Korean 
 

 

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The phrase "근처에 ___ 있어요?"

( geun-cheo-e ___ it-seo-yo? )

 
Meaning: "Is there a ___ nearby?"

Here’s the breakdown: 

근처에 (geun-cheo-e): nearby, in the vicinity

___: the location or service you’re asking about

있어요 (it-seo-yo): exists, is there

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<Places>
- 약국 (yak-guk): pharmacy

- 병원 (byeong-won): hospital

- 편의점 (pyeon-ui-jeom): convenience store

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You may ask:
- Is there a pharmacy nearby : ( geun-cheo-e yak-guk it-seo-yo? )

 
- Is there a hospital nearby? : ( geun-cheo-e byeong-won it-seo-yo? )

 
- Is there a convenience store nearby? : ( geun-cheo-e pyeon-ui-jeom it-seo-yo? )

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Stranger or staff might respond:
 - Yes, it’s over there. : ( ne, jeo-jjok-e it-seo-yo. )

 
- Yes, it’s right in front. : ( ne, ba-ro ap-e it-seo-yo. )

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Pharmacies and convenience stores
are very common in Korea.
Pharmacies are usually open
during business hours,
while convenience stores operate 24/7.
 
Hospitals vary in size,
from large general hospitals to smaller clinics.
If you ask for directions,
locals will often describe landmarks nearby
to guide you.

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Mastering this phrase ensures 
you'll never feel lost 
when searching for essential locations in Korea. 
 
Practice it, 
and explore the area with confidence!

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