[비즈니스영어 문화3] 해외 출장 갈 때 알아두면 좋은 영어 표현 20개

*dimplemood의 비즈니스 영어 공부 기록

 

해외 출장 영어 완벽 가이드!

business trip 영어 표현, 공항부터 비즈니스 디너까지

실전 표현 20개를 정리했습니다.

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Intro.

해외 출장이 잡혔을 때의 그 설렘과 긴장감...

 

업무적으로 준비는 완벽한데,

막상 현지에서 영어로 부딪히면

뜻밖의 상황에서 말문이 막히는 경험 해보셨나요?

 

체크인하면서 업그레이드 요청하는 법,

택시에서 목적지 설명하는 법,

비즈니스 디너에서 자연스럽게 대화하는 법,

미팅 지각했을 때 사과하는 법...

 

진짜 출장 현장 영어는 따로 있는 것 같아요.

 

오늘은 해외 출장에서 가장 자주 쓰이는 실전 표현 20개를 상황별로 정리했습니다!

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dimplemood 실무 TIP!

공항 – 체크인/보안/탑승

표현 1: 체크인

I have a reservation under [Name].

I'd like to check in for my flight to [Destination].

I have one carry-on and one checked bag.

Is there an aisle seat available? I prefer aisle.

 

업그레이드 요청:

Is there any availability in business class?

I'm a [Gold/Platinum] member – is an upgrade possible today?

I'm traveling on business. Is there a complimentary upgrade available?

 

예문: "Hi, I'd like to check in for my flight to New York. I have one checked bag. If possible, I'd prefer an aisle seat near the front."

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표현 2: 보안/입국심사

입국심사 (Immigration):

The purpose of my visit is business.

I'm here for a conference / client meetings / trade show.

I'll be staying for [X] days.

I'm staying at [Hotel Name] in [City].

I have a return ticket for [Date].

 

예문: "The purpose of my visit is business. I'm attending a sales conference and meeting with clients. I'll be staying for 5 days at the Marriott in downtown New York."

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표현 3: 수하물 문제

My luggage hasn't arrived.

I'd like to file a lost baggage claim.

My bag was damaged during transit.

Can you track my luggage?

How long until it's delivered to my hotel?

 

예문: "My luggage hasn't arrived. I was on the flight from Seoul, KE081. Here's my baggage claim tag. I'm staying at the Marriott – can you have it delivered there once it's found?"

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호텔 – 체크인/요청/문제 해결

표현 4: 호텔 체크인

I have a reservation under [Name].

I'm checking in for [X] nights.

Do you have an early check-in available?

Is it possible to get a room on a higher floor?

Could I request a quiet room away from the elevator?

 

예문: "I have a reservation under Sarah Kim. I'm checking in for 3 nights. I have an early morning meeting tomorrow – is it possible to get a room ready now, or could I at least store my luggage?"

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표현 5: 편의시설/요청

Could I get a wake-up call at [Time]?

Is the business center open 24 hours?

Can you arrange a taxi for [Time] tomorrow morning?

I need to print some documents – is that possible?

Could I get extra pillows/towels?

 

예문: "Could I get a wake-up call at 6 AM tomorrow? And can you arrange a taxi to [Address] for 7:30 AM? I have an important meeting."

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표현 6: 문제 발생 시

The air conditioning isn't working properly.

There's no hot water in the room.

The Wi-Fi connection is very slow.

Could I change to a different room?

I'd like to speak with the manager, please.

 

예문: "Excuse me, the Wi-Fi in my room keeps disconnecting, and I have a video call in an hour. Is there anything you can do to fix this, or could I use a conference room?"

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교통 – 택시/우버/대중교통

표현 7: 택시/우버

Could you take me to [Address/Landmark]?

How long will it take to get there?

Is there a lot of traffic at this time?

Could you take the highway?

I'm in a hurry. Can I get a receipt, please?

 

예문: "Hi, could you take me to 123 Fifth Avenue? I have a meeting in 30 minutes – is there much traffic? If there's a faster route, please take it. I'll need a receipt."

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표현 8: 길 잃었을 때

I'm trying to get to [Destination].

Am I going the right way?

How far is [Destination] from here?

Is it walkable, or should I take a cab?

Could you point me in the right direction?

Could you write that down? I want to show the taxi driver.

 

예문: "Excuse me, I'm trying to get to the Convention Center. I thought it was nearby, but I'm not sure I'm going the right way. Could you help?"

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미팅 – 도착/진행/사후 관리

표현 9: 미팅 도착

I have a meeting with [Name] at [Time].

I'm here to see [Name] from [Company].

I'm a little early – is it okay if I wait?

Could you let [Name] know I've arrived?

I'm [Name] from [Company]. I believe we have a 2 PM meeting.

 

예문: "Hi, I'm Sarah Kim from Dimplemood. I have a 2 PM meeting with John Smith. I'm actually a few minutes early – is it okay to wait here?"

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표현 10: 지각했을 때

I apologize for being late. My taxi got stuck in traffic.

There was a delay with my flight. I'm so sorry to have kept you waiting.

Thank you for your patience.

 

예문: "I'm so sorry for being late. My taxi got stuck in unexpected traffic on the highway. I really apologize for keeping you waiting. Shall we get started right away?"

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표현 11: 미팅 중

I'd like to walk you through [Topic].

Let me share my screen / pull up the presentation.

Do you have any questions so far?

Let me make a note of that.

Could we circle back to that point?

 

예문: "I'd like to walk you through our proposal for the Asia-Pacific expansion. I'll share my screen – bear with me one moment. Let me know if anything isn't clear as we go."

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표현 12: 미팅 마무리 & 팔로업

Thank you so much for your time today.

I'll send you a summary of what we discussed.

I'll follow up with the materials we mentioned.

It was great meeting you in person.

I look forward to working together.

 

예문: "Thank you so much for today. It was really valuable to meet in person. I'll send a summary email with the action items by end of day, and I'll attach the proposal we discussed. Looking forward to next steps!"

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비즈니스 식사 – 디너/런치/카페

표현 13: 레스토랑 예약 & 도착

I have a reservation for [Number] under [Name].

We're a party of [Number]. Could we have a quiet table?

We have a business dinner. Could we see the menu, please?

 

예문: "Hi, I have a reservation for 4 people under Kim at 7 PM. We're having a business dinner – if possible, could we have a table away from the bar area? We'll need to be able to talk."

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표현 14: 주문하기

What do you recommend?

What's the specialty of the house?

I'll have [Dish], please.

Could I get that without [Ingredient]? I'm allergic to [Item].

Could we get some water to start?

 

예문: "What do you recommend for a first-timer here? I'll go with whatever the specialty is. And could I get that without nuts? I have a nut allergy."

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표현 15: 비즈니스 디너 대화

스몰톡 시작:

How was your day?

Did you have a chance to recover from the jet lag?

Have you been to Seoul before?

What do you think of [City] so far?

 

업무로 전환:

So, shall we talk a little about [Topic]?

I wanted to get your thoughts on [Issue] over dinner.

 

계산:

Please let me get this – you're our guest.

Shall we split it?

Could we get separate checks?

 

예문: "Please let me get the bill – you've been so generous with your time today. It's the least I can do. I hope we can return the hospitality when you visit Seoul!"

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긴급상황/기타

표현 16: 아플 때

I'm not feeling well.

Is there a pharmacy nearby?

I need to see a doctor.

Do you have any pain medication?

I have travel insurance – can you help me find a clinic?

 

예문: "I'm not feeling well and I have a meeting in 2 hours. Is there a pharmacy nearby where I can get something for a headache and sore throat? I'd rather not miss the meeting if possible."

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표현 17: 물건 잃어버렸을 때

I think I left [Item] in the taxi/conference room/restaurant.

I've lost my [Item]. Could you help?

Is there a lost and found here?

Could you check if anyone turned in a [Item]?

 

예문: "I think I left my laptop bag in the conference room on the 12th floor after the 3 PM meeting. Could someone check? It's a black Samsonite bag."

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표현 18: 네트워킹 이벤트

Hi, I don't think we've met. 

I'm [Name] from [Company].

What do you do?

How are you connected to [Event/Organization]?

Here's my business card.

Could I follow up with you via LinkedIn?

 

예문: "Hi, I don't think we've met – I'm Sarah from Dimplemood, a Korean textile manufacturer. We're expanding into the US market. What brings you to the conference?"

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표현 19: 출장 마무리 – 귀국 전

I'd like to check out.

Could I get a late checkout? My flight is in the evening.

Could you store my luggage until my flight?

Can you call me a taxi to the airport?

Could I get an itemized receipt?

 

예문: "I'd like to check out, but my flight isn't until 7 PM. Would it be possible to have a late checkout at 2 PM? And could you store my luggage after that?"

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표현 20: 귀국 후 팔로업 이메일

It was wonderful meeting you in person.

Thank you for the warm hospitality during my visit.

As discussed, I'm attaching [Materials].

I'll be in touch regarding [Next steps].

I look forward to seeing you again – hopefully in Seoul next time!

 

예문: "Dear John, It was a real pleasure meeting you and the team in New York last week. Thank you for the warm welcome and the wonderful dinner on Wednesday. As promised, I'm attaching our full proposal and pricing. I'll follow up next week to discuss next steps. I hope we can welcome you to Seoul soon!"

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⚠️ 출장 영어 주의사항

❌ 모호한 시간 약속: "See you around 2ish" → 미팅엔 정확한 시간

✅ 명확하게: "I'll meet you at 2 PM sharp in the lobby."

 

❌ 문화 무시: 팁 문화, 명함 교환 방식, 악수 등 현지 비즈니스 에티켓 무시

✅ 사전 조사: 방문 국가의 비즈니스 에티켓 미리 공부

 

❌ 연락 두절: 출장 중 회사/팀과 소통 없음

✅ 정기 업데이트: "Quick update – meetings went well today. Will debrief tomorrow."

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📌 출장 필수 준비물 체크리스트

서류:

□ 여권 (유효기간 6개월 이상)

□ 비자 (필요 시)

□ 비행기 티켓

□ 호텔 예약 확인서

□ 명함 충분히

□ 회사 소개 자료

 

디지털:

□ 현지 유심 or 로밍

□ Google Maps 오프라인 저장

□ 번역 앱 (DeepL, Papago)

□ 출장 관련 서류 클라우드 백업

 

기타:

□ 여행자 보험

□ 현지 화폐 일부

□ 국제 어댑터

□ 상비약

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🌟 출장은 기회다

이메일로 백 번 소통하는 것보다 직접 만나 커피 한 잔이 더 강력해요.

출장은 단순한 업무 이동이 아니라 관계를 깊게 만드는 기회죠.

 

출장 성공의 3원칙:

1. 준비 철저히 - 상대방 리서치, 문화 이해
2. 현장에서 유연하게 - 예상 못한 상황 = 문제 해결 능력 보여줄 기회
3. 팔로업 빠르게 - 출장 후 48시간 안에 이메일 + 약속한 자료 신속 전달

dimplemood의 실전 꿀팁:

저는 출장 전 상대방 회사 근처 맛집을 미리 조사해요.

"I actually looked up some great restaurants near your office – there's an amazing Italian place. Would you like to join us for dinner?"

이렇게 하면 상대방이 정말 좋아해요!

준비성과 배려를 동시에 보여줄 수 있거든요.

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어제 다룬 콩글리시 교정과 함께 보시면

해외 출장에서 훨씬 자신감 있게 소통할 수 있어요!

 

어제: 피해야 할 한국식 표현 TOP 7 

https://dimplemood.tistory.com/48 

[비즈니스영어 문화2] 비즈니스 영어에서 피해야 할 한국식 표현 TOP 7

 

내일은 비즈니스 디너 매너 – 영어로 주문하고 대화하기를 다뤄볼게요. 테이블 매너부터 와인 주문, 건배사까지 준비했습니다!