Korean phrase
~ 데 얼마나 걸리나요? ~ te eol ma na keol li na yo
Meaning
How long does it take to ___?
When to use it
This politely asks how long an action or task will take. It is useful for everyday activities such as cooking or preparing for an event.
Example dialogue
내일 파티 준비하려고 하는데 nae il pa ti chun bi ha ryeo go ha neun de
I'm planning to prepare for a party tomorrow.
케이크 만드는 데 얼마나 걸리나요? ke i keu man deu neun te eol ma na keol li na yo
How long does it take to make a cake?