🔠Foundational Grammar
Common Korean Greetings and Expressions for English Learners
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Essential Korean Greetings
Learning how to greet people in Korean is essential for any beginner. Here are a few key greetings to get you started.
안녕하세요 (annyeonghaseyo)
Hello
좋은 아침이에요 (joeun achim-ieyo)
Good morning
좋은 저녁이에요 (joeun jeonyeok-ieyo)
Good evening
안녕히 계세요 (annyeonghi gyeseyo)
Goodbye (if you are leaving)
안녕히 가세요 (annyeonghi gaseyo)
Goodbye (if you are staying)
만나서 반가워요 (mannaseo bangawoyo)
Nice to meet you
Common Polite Expressions
Politeness is a significant aspect of Korean culture. These expressions will help you show respect when speaking.
감사합니다 (gamsahamnida)
Thank you
천만에요 (cheonmaneyo)
You're welcome
죄송합니다 (joesonghamnida)
Excuse me / I'm sorry
제발 (jebal)
Please
Conversational Phrases
Engage in basic conversation with these useful phrases.
어떻게 지내세요? (eotteoke jinaeseyo?)
How are you?
잘 지내요, 감사합니다 (jal jinaeyo, gamsahamnida)
I'm fine, thank you.
이름이 뭐예요? (ireumi mwoyeyo?)
What's your name?
제 이름은 ...입니다 (je ireumeun ...imnida)
My name is...
Expressions of Gratitude and Apology
Showing gratitude and apologizing respectfully are crucial in any culture, and Korean is no exception.
정말 감사합니다 (jeongmal gamsahamnida)
Thank you very much
정말 죄송합니다 (jeongmal joesonghamnida)
I'm really sorry
Further Reading
- Countries with Korean as an official language
A deeper look into where Korean is predominantly spoken.
- Talk to Me in Korean
Comprehensive resources for learners of the Korean language.
- 90 Day Korean
Learn Korean quickly with structured lessons and courses.