물론이요
Introduction:
"물론이요" (mul-lon-i-yo) means "Of course" or "Certainly" in English. It’s a polite way to confirm or agree with something in Korean. This phrase is useful when you want to affirm someone’s statement or readily agree to a request in a respectful manner. The ending "이요" makes it formal and polite, suitable for most conversational settings.
You can use "물론이요" in both casual and formal situations when you want to express full agreement or assure someone that their request or assumption is correct.
More expressions (in Korean) with English translation:
- 물론 (mul-lon) - Of course (informal)
- 당연하죠 (dang-yeon-ha-jyo) - Of course / Naturally
- 그럼요 (geu-reom-yo) - Of course / Sure
- 네, 물론이에요 (ne, mul-lon-i-e-yo) - Yes, of course
- 확실해요 (hwak-sil-hae-yo) - It’s certain
- 문제 없어요 (mun-je eobs-eo-yo) - No problem / Absolutely
- 당연합니다 (dang-yeon-ham-ni-da) - Certainly (formal)
- 맞아요, 물론이죠 (ma-ja-yo, mul-lon-i-jyo) - That’s right, of course
Using "물론이요" is an easy way to show agreement or enthusiasm in Korean conversations. Whether you're accepting an invitation or confirming information, it adds politeness and warmth to your responses.