"쉿!" (swit)
Meaning: Hush! / Shhh!
Introduction
"쉿!" is the Korean equivalent of "Hush!" or "Shhh!" and is used to ask someone to be quiet. It's an informal and direct way to get someone's attention when you need silence, often used in situations where noise needs to be reduced, such as in libraries or during conversations.
More Expressions in Korean
조용히 해! (jo-yong-hi hae)
Be quiet! (Informal, direct)잠깐만 조용히 해 주세요 (jam-kkan-man jo-yong-hi hae ju-se-yo)
Please be quiet for a moment. (Polite)말 좀 줄여 주세요 (mal jom ju-ryeo ju-se-yo)
Please lower your voice.소리 좀 낮춰요 (so-ri jom nat-chwo-yo)
Please lower the volume. (Polite)너무 시끄러워요 (neo-mu si-kkeu-reo-wo-yo)
It’s too noisy.
These phrases will help you ask for quiet, whether in informal settings or politely in more formal situations. "쉿!" is quick and effective for casual or urgent situations where silence is needed!