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Thanks & sorry phrases in Korean
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These phrases are common ways to say thanks and sorry in Korean. They include both casual and polite expressions, so you can use them depending on your relationship and situation. Beginners will find these useful for everyday conversations to show gratitude or apologize politely.
Words in this chart
| Korean | Romanization | English |
|---|---|---|
| 고마워 | gomawo | Thanks (casual) |
| 감사해요 | gamsahaeyo | Thank you |
| 정말 고마워요 | jeongmal gomawoyo | Thank you so much |
| 미안해 | mianhae | Sorry (casual) |
| 죄송해요 | joesonghaeyo | I'm sorry |
| 실례합니다 | sillyehamnida | Excuse me |
| 괜찮아요 | gwaenchanayo | It's okay |
| 신경 쓰지 마세요 | singyeong sseuji maseyo | Don't worry about it |
Example sentences
친구가 도와줘서 정말 고마워요.
Thank you so much for helping me, friend.
미안해, 늦었어.
Sorry, I'm late.
실례합니다, 길 좀 물어볼게요.
Excuse me, I want to ask for directions.
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