What is 영수증?
영수증 (yeongsujeung) is the Korean word for a receipt, a document that proves you have paid for goods or services. It is commonly given after purchases in stores, restaurants, or other businesses.
Usage in Daily Life
People often ask for 영수증 when they want to return or exchange items. Keeping the 영수증 is important because it serves as proof of purchase.
Common Collocations
- 영수증을 받다: to receive a receipt
- 영수증을 버리다: to throw away a receipt
- 영수증을 보여 주다: to show a receipt
These phrases are useful when talking about transactions or returns.
Politeness and Register
영수증 is a neutral noun used in both formal and informal contexts. When requesting a receipt politely, you can say "영수증 주세요" (Please give me a receipt).
Common Mistakes
Some learners confuse 영수증 with 계산서, which means an invoice or bill, especially in restaurants. 영수증 is proof of payment, while 계산서 is the bill you pay before or after eating.
Remember to keep your 영수증 safe if you might need to return or exchange items later.