Learn Korean Korean Greetings and Everyday Expressions

Question 1

How do you say 'Hello' (polite) in Korean?

Accepted Answer

안녕하세요 (Annyeonghaseyo)

Answer

안녕하세요 is the standard polite greeting used throughout the day in Korean.

Question 2

What is the Korean expression for 'Thank you' in formal speech?

Accepted Answer

감사합니다 (Gamsahamnida)

Answer

감사합니다 is the formal way to say 'thank you' in Korean.

Question 3

How do you say 'I'm sorry' or 'Excuse me' formally in Korean?

Accepted Answer

죄송합니다 (Joesonghamnida)

Answer

죄송합니다 is the formal apology, used in professional or serious situations.

Question 4

What does '잘 부탁드립니다 (Jal butakdeurimnida)' mean?

Accepted Answer

Please take care of me / I'm in your care

Answer

잘 부탁드립니다 is used when asking someone for their help or goodwill, similar to 'please look after me'.

Question 5

How do you say 'Nice to meet you' in Korean?

Accepted Answer

반갑습니다 (Bangapseumnida)

Answer

반갑습니다 literally means 'I am glad' and is used when meeting someone for the first time.

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