[#7] 🎧How to Say 'I’m Lost' in Korean

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Have you ever felt that sinking feeling of
not knowing where you are? Fear not!
In Korea, there’s a simple phrase
to help you find your way.

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The phrase "길을 잃었어요"

( gil-eul ilh-eo-sseo-yo )

means “I’m lost” in Korean.
Here’s the breakdown:

길 (gil): Road or path.

잃었어요 (ilh-eo-sseo-yo): A polite past tense form of the verb 잃다(ilh-da),
meaning "to lose."

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When combined,
the phrase literally translates to “I lost the road/path,”
but it’s commonly understood as “I’m lost.”

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To use this phrase, approach someone and say:
( gil-eul ilh-eo-sseo-yo )
Most locals will understand
and might offer directions or assistance.

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In Korea, you might say ( gil-eul ilh-eo-sseo-yo ) 
in various situations:
1. At a subway station, seeking directions.
2. On a busy street, trying to find your way back.

You can say:
- I’m lost. : ( gil-eul ilh-eo-sseo-yo )

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Stranger responds:
- Where are you trying to go? : ( eo-di-ro ga-sae-yo? )

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You can reply:
- I’m looking for the train station. : ( gi-cha-yeok-eul chat-go iss-eo-yo )

 
 
- I’m looking for the bus stop. : ( bus-jeong-ryu-jang-eul chat-go iss-eo-yo )

 
 
- I’m looking for the Grand hotel. : ( Grand hotel-eul chat-go iss-eo-yo )

 
 
- I’m looking for the subway station. : ( ji-ha-chul-yeok-eul chat-go iss-eo-yo )

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Stranger responds:
- Follow me. : ( tta-ra o-se-yo )

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If you’re lost,
try showing a map on your phone
while saying the phrase.
Visual aids help bridge language gaps!
 
+ Plus TIP
It’s always helpful to carry the name or address
of your destination written in Korean.
If you’re unsure about your pronunciation,
showing it to someone will make it easier for them
to guide you.

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Koreans are known for their hospitality
and willingness to assist.
If you seem lost and use this phrase politely,
many people will go out of their way to help.
It’s common for someone to walk you
part of the way or even call a cab for you! 

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Now you can confidently ask for help
when you lose your way in Korea.
Remember, ( gil-eul ilh-eo-sseo-yo )
is your lifeline to navigating unfamiliar streets!

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