The Beginning of Korean! << Greetings >>

 

안녕하세요. Hello.

Korean greetings are an important part of Korean culture, and learning how to say hello and goodbye is a great way to connect with Korean speakers. 

In this chapter, we'll cover some basic Korean greetings that are commonly used in different situations.

1. 안녕하세요 (Annyeonghaseyo) 

- This is the most common greeting and is similar to "hello" in English.

This is a formal way to say hello. You can use it when meeting someone for the first time, or when talking to someone who is older or in a higher position than you. It can also be used to say goodbye.

2. 안녕 (Annyeong) 

- This is a casual way to say hello or goodbye. You can use it with friends, family, or people you're close with.

3. 잘 지내셨어요? (Jal Jinaeshyeosseoyo?) 

- This is a formal way to ask "how have you been?" You can use it when you haven't seen someone in a while, or when you want to show that you care about how they're doing.

4. 어떻게 지내고 있어? (Eotteoke Jinaego Isseo?) 

- This is a casual way to ask "how have you been?" You can use it with friends or people you're close with.

5. 만나서 반갑습니다 (Mannaseo Bangapseumnida) 

- This means "nice to meet you" and is used when meeting someone for the first time.

6. 죄송합니다 (Joesonghamnida) 

- This means "sorry." You can use it in formal situations, or when you want to apologize for something more serious.

* 미안합니다 (Mianhamnida) - This also means "sorry." You can use it when you've done something wrong or made a mistake.

7. 고맙습니다 (Gomapseumnida) 

- This means "thank you." You can use it in formal situations, like when you're receiving a gift or a service.

* 감사합니다 (Gamsahamnida) - This also means "thank you." You can use it in formal situations, or in everyday conversations.

8. 좋은 하루 보내세요 (Joeun haru bonaeseyo) 

- This means "have a good day." You can use it when you're saying goodbye to someone.

9. 안녕히 계세요 (Annyeonghi Gyeseyo) 

- This is a formal way to say goodbye. You can use it when someone is staying and you're leaving, or when you're leaving and someone is staying. It means "stay well."

10. 안녕히 가세요 (Annyeonghi Gaseyo) 

- "Goodbye (to someone leaving)." This is used when the other person is leaving. Prior to that, "안녕히 계세요" (Annyeonghi Gyeseyo) is used.

Remember that in Korean culture, it is important to show respect to others, especially to elders. You can do this by using the appropriate honorifics and polite language when speaking.

I hope this brief introduction to Korean greetings helps you as you begin learning Korean!

안녕. Good bye.