🇰🇷 Korean phrases

How to Say "Enjoy your meal" in Korean

The SPAIKING TeamJuly 27, 2026
식사 맛있게 드세요
"Enjoy your meal" in Korean · say it like shik-sa ma-sit-geu deu-se-yo

The most natural way to say "Enjoy your meal" in Korean is 식사 맛있게 드세요. Tap the speaker above to hear it, then say it back out loud. That is the fastest way to make it stick.

Other ways to say it

맛있게 드세요
A more casual way to say it, often used among friends.
잘 먹겠습니다
Used before starting a meal, expressing gratitude.

When to use it

You can use this phrase when you want to wish someone a good meal. It is polite and suitable for any dining situation. Use it when serving food or when someone is about to eat.

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Examples in Korean

KoreanEnglish
맛있게 드세요!Enjoy your meal!
Common mistake
Some learners might confuse this phrase with '잘 먹겠습니다', which is said before eating, not after.

The fastest way to remember it

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Frequently asked questions

Is it appropriate to say this to everyone?

Yes, it is polite and can be used with anyone.

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