Learning a new language can be intimidating, especially when you're just starting out. However, learning a few basic expressions in Korean can help you feel more confident in your ability to communicate with native speakers. Here are 20 essential Korean expressions for beginners:
- 안녕하세요 (annyeonghaseyo) - Hello
- 감사합니다 (gamsahamnida) - Thank you
- 죄송합니다 (joesonghamnida) - I'm sorry
- 네 (ne) - Yes
- 아니요 (aniyo) - No
- 저기요 (jeogiyo) - Excuse me
- 이게 얼마예요? (ige eolmayeyo?) - How much is this?
- 이름이 뭐예요? (ireumi mwoyeyo?) - What is your name?
- 배고파요 (baegopayo) - I'm hungry
- 목말라요 (mokmallyayo) - I'm thirsty
- 잠시만요 (jamsimanyo) - Wait a moment
- 어디예요? (eodiyeyo?) - Where is it?
- 시간이 얼마예요? (sigani eolmayeyo?) - What time is it?
- 좋아요 (joayo) - I like it
- 싫어요 (silheoyo) - I don't like it
- 행복해요 (haengbokhaeyo) - I'm happy
- 슬퍼요 (seulpeoyo) - I'm sad
- 집에 가고 싶어요 (jibe gago shipeoyo) - I want to go home
- 잘 자요 (jal jayo) - Good night
- 다음에 뵙겠습니다 (daeume boepgesseumnida) - See you next time
Learning these expressions can help you get by in everyday situations and make a good impression on native Korean speakers. Practice saying them out loud and try using them in conversation whenever you have the opportunity. Good luck with your Korean language learning journey!
