Korean phrase
~하는 데 시간이 얼마나 걸리나요? ~ ha neun te si ga ni eol ma na keol li na yo
Meaning
How long does it take to ___?
When to use it
This asks how long it takes to do something. It usually seeks an approximate time and works as a polite question in both familiar and formal situations.
Example dialogue
여권 갱신하는 데 시간이 얼마나 걸리나요? yeo gwon kaeng sin ha neun te si ga ni eol ma na keol li na yo
How long does it take to renew a passport?
보통 2주 정도 걸리니 미리 신청하는 게 좋아요. po tong 2 chu cheong do keol li ni mi ri sin cheong ha neun ke cho a yo
It usually takes about two weeks, so it is best to apply in advance.