Korean phrase
오래 있어도 돼요? o rae i sseo do twae yo
Meaning
Is it okay to stay for a long time?
When to use it
This politely asks whether a long stay is allowed. It is useful in a shop or public place when checking whether staying in a seat for an extended time is acceptable.
Example dialogue
이 자리에서 오래 있어도 돼요? i cha ri e seo o rae i sseo do twae yo
Is it okay if I stay in this seat for a long time?
죄송하지만 자리가 필요해서 오래 계시면 안 돼요. choe song ha ji man cha ri ga pi ryo hae seo o rae kye si myeon an twae yo
I'm sorry, but we need the seat, so you can't stay for long.