음식물 쓰레기

eumsingmul sseuregi · Food waste

What it is

Food scraps go separately from regular trash — in special bags, bins or card-operated machines, depending on the area.

Where newcomers get stuck

Bones, shells and pits usually go in general trash, not food waste.

What you need

The right bag or card for your area.

Useful sentence

음식물 쓰레기는 어디에 버려요?eumsingmul sseuregineun eodie beoryeoyo?Where do I throw away food waste?

Rules and costs change and vary by district and building — no prices here. Check with your agent, building office or the official sites before you decide.