안녕하세요
"안녕하세요" (annyeonghaseyo) is the standard Korean greeting that means "Hello" or "Hi". It is a polite and widely used phrase to greet people in any situation, whether formal or informal.
Introduction
"안녕하세요" comes from the word "안녕" (annyeong), which means peace or well-being, and "하세요" (haseyo), which is a polite form of saying do. Together, they express a wish for someone's well-being.
You can use "안녕하세요" at any time of day when you want to greet someone politely, and it can be used in both casual and more formal settings.
More Expressions
Here are a few other common greetings related to 안녕하세요:
- 안녕 (annyeong) – Hi or Bye (informal)
- 안녕하십니까? (annyeonghasimnikka?) – Hello (very formal)
- 잘 지냈어요? (jal jinaesseoyo?) – Have you been well?
- 오랜만이에요 (oraenman-ieyo) – It's been a while!
- 좋은 아침이에요 (joeun achim-ieyo) – Good morning!
Using these expressions can help you sound more natural and show respect when greeting others in Korean!