Korean Vocabulary for Everyday Conversations
October 15, 2024
Start your Korean language journey with these practical words and phrases that will help you engage in basic everyday conversations with Korean speakers.
Essential Greetings
Begin with these common expressions:
- 안녕하세요 (Annyeonghaseyo): Hello (formal)
- 안녕 (Annyeong): Hi/Bye (informal)
- 감사합니다 (Gamsahamnida): Thank you
- 미안합니다 (Mianhamnida): It'm sorry
- 잘 지내요? (Jal jinaeyo?): How are you?
Common Words & Phrases
Useful vocabulary for daily situations:
- 네 (Ne): Yes
- 아니요 (Aniyo): No
- 괜찮아요 (Gwaenchanayo): It's okay/I'm fine
- 이름이 뭐예요? (Ireumimuoyeyo?): What is your name?
- 만나서 반갑습니다 (Mannaseo bangapseumnida): Nice to meet you
Basic Phrases for Shopping
- 얼마예요? (Eolma-yeyo?): How much is it?
- 너무 비싸요 (Neomu bissayo): It's too expensive
- 깎아 주세요 (Kkakka juseyo): Please give me a discount
- 이것 주세요 (Igeot juseyo): Please give me this
- 카드 돼요? (Kadeu dwaeyo?): Do you accept credit cards?
Learning Korean takes time and practice, but starting with these everyday phrases will help you build confidence. Try to use at least one new word or phrase each day!