When to use the best in Korean

Korean: 최선[ choe-seon ]

the best
the best

When to use it

최선 means the best choice or the greatest effort. In everyday Korean, you will often hear 최선을 다하다, which means "to do your best." Use this word when talking about trying hard or choosing the best thing to do.

Example sentences

  1. 엄마는 가족을 위해 최선을 다해요.

    Mom does her best for the family.

  2. 저는 학교 시험에서 최선을 다했어요.

    I did my best on the school test.

  3. 공원 경기에서 우리 팀은 최선을 다했어요.

    Our team did its best in the game at the park.

  4. 지금은 친구의 말을 듣는 것이 최선이에요.

    Right now, listening to my friend is the best thing to do.

  5. 이 가게는 손님을 위해 최선을 다해요.

    This store does its best for customers.

  6. 여행 중에는 안전이 최선이에요.

    During travel, safety is the best thing.