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Now That I Know (1)

I'm sure this isn't unique to me, but I've learned so many things that would have been nice to know when I first arrived in Korea (or before I arrived). So, since everyone who moves to Korea in the future will stop by this blog first, I'm going to share those things that residents may not think to tell you right away... If someone cuts in front of you, spits where you're walking, or burps while passing you, don't take offense. The definition of "rude" is different here, and the sooner you can learn that the better.  You can put up to a few hundred thousand won on your T-Money card, but you're better off reloading small amounts more often. There's always the possibility of losing it ... or messing up the (very simple) reload process, freezing your card, and losing your money. Before buying laundry soap, find out what in the world a laundry detergent container should look like. Otherwise, there's a fair chance you'll go through s...

Bitte schön!

Fact #20 "You're Welcome" in Korean: chon-mahn-eh-yo

Gracias

Fact #18 Korean for "thank you": jwe-song-ha-ji-mahn

Por Favor

Fact #17 How to say "please" in Korean:   jwe-song-ha-ji-mahn .

Table Rules

Fact #3 For Korean meals, utensils consist of a spoon and chopsticks.  If eating with an elderly person, wait for them to pick up a spoon or chopsticks before you do the same. Never hold your spoon while using your chopsticks.  When either utensil is not in use, belongs on the table (not on a dish). Rice is to be eaten with your spoon. While it is acceptable to pick up your rice bowl in China or Japan, when eating in Korea, leave the bowl on the table.