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Gift thank-you phrases in Korean

Handy Korean for gift thank-you phrases ✨ 🔴 선물 고마워 [seonmul gomawo] - Thanks for the gift

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KoreanRomanizationEnglish
선물 고마워seonmul gomawoThanks for the gift
마음에 들어maeume deureoI love it
열어봐도 돼?yeoreobwado dwae?Can I open it?
직접 골랐어?jikjeop gollasseo?Did you pick it yourself?
너무 비싸neomu bissaThis is too expensive
포장 예쁘다pojang yeppeudaThe wrapping is pretty
보답할게bodapalgeI'll return the favor
정말 감사해요jeongmal gamsahaeyoThank you so much
Gift thank-you phrases in Korean — Korean vocab chart
Gift thank-you phrases in Korean

How these words work together

These phrases are commonly used to express gratitude and appreciation when receiving gifts in Korean. They help you respond politely and warmly, whether you like the gift or want to compliment the wrapping. Learning these expressions will make your thank-you messages sound natural and heartfelt in everyday conversations.

Example sentences

  1. 선물 고마워! 정말 마음에 들어.

    Thanks for the gift! I really love it.

  2. 포장 예쁘다. 직접 골랐어?

    The wrapping is pretty. Did you pick it yourself?

  3. 열어봐도 돼? 너무 비싸서 미안해.

    Can I open it? It's too expensive, sorry.

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