#2 : "Excuse Me..." — The Art of the Polite Request

In this episode, our host Lucy follows Rachel as she steps out of her comfort zone and onto the busy streets of Seoul. Rachel needs to find the nearest subway station, but she quickly realizes that just pointing at a map isn't enough. Lucy explains the "magic words" Rachel uses to soften her approach and ensure she gets a friendly response.Think of cushion words like a social shock absorber. In Korean culture, jumping straight into a question can feel a bit abrupt. By having Rachel start with 'Hoksi...', we’re teaching you how to show respect before you even ask for help!