Paying the bill

Why

Traditionally the eldest or the person who invited pays; splitting is now common among friends.

Do

• Pay at the counter on the way out, not at the table.
• If someone treats you, offer to pay next time (or buy coffee after).

Avoid

• Don't fight too hard if an elder insists on paying.
• Don't ask staff to split by item at a busy lunch.

Useful sentence

오늘은 제가 살게요.oneureun jega salgeyo.It's on me today.

These are general customs; people, generations and situations vary — kindness covers most mistakes.