Today, let’s learn how to say ‘I’m sorry’ in Korean. There are two main expressions you should know. The first is ‘죄송합니다’ (Joesonghamnida). This is a very formal and polite expression, used when you’ve made a mistake, especially towards elders or in a formal setting. For example, if you bump into someone on the street, you would say ‘죄송합니다’. The second expression is ‘미안해요’ (Mianhaeyo). This is still polite but slightly less formal than ‘죄송합니다’. You can use it with colleagues, acquaintances, or people of a similar age. If you want to be even more casual, like with a close friend, you can drop the ‘요’ (yo) and just say ‘미안해’ (Mianhae). Choosing the right expression depends on the situation and your relationship with the person you are speaking to.
How to Say ‘I’m Sorry’ in Korean: 죄송합니다 vs. 미안해요
