Korean phrase
~ 비었어요? ~ pi eo sseo yo
Meaning
Is ___ available?
When to use it
This asks whether a seat or place is available. It is a polite everyday way to check whether it is okay to sit there.
Example dialogue
이 자리 비었어요? i cha ri pi eo sseo yo
Is this seat available?
네, 여기 앉으세요. ne yeo gi an jeu se yo
Yes, please sit here.