Korean phrase
맵나요? maem na yo
Meaning
Is it spicy?
When to use it
It politely asks how spicy a food or dish is. The gentle tone suits checking a dish before trying it.
Example dialogue
이거 맵나요? i geo maem na yo
Is this spicy?
네, 조금 매워요. ne cho geum mae wo yo
Yes, it is a little spicy.