"이름이 뭐예요?" (i-reum-i mwo-ye-yo)
Meaning: What’s your name?
Introduction
"이름이 뭐예요?" is the polite and common way to ask "What’s your name?" in Korean. It’s often used in casual conversations with people around your age or younger, and it’s a friendly way to introduce yourself or get to know someone. This phrase is appropriate for most situations where formality isn't required but you still want to be polite.
More Expressions in Korean
성함이 어떻게 되세요? (seong-ham-i eo-tteo-ke doe-se-yo)
What is your name? (Very formal, used with elders or in formal settings)이름이 뭐야? (i-reum-i mwo-ya)
What’s your name? (Casual, used with friends or younger people)당신의 이름은 무엇인가요? (dang-sin-ui i-reum-eun mu-eot-in-ga-yo)
What is your name? (Polite but more formal and less commonly used)이름이 어떻게 되세요? (i-reum-i eo-tteo-ke doe-se-yo)
How should I call you? (Polite and formal)성함이 어떻게 되십니까? (seong-ham-i eo-tteo-ke doe-sip-ni-kka)
May I ask your name? (Extremely formal, often used in business settings)
These expressions are useful for introducing yourself or asking someone’s name in a respectful and polite way. "이름이 뭐예요?" is perfect for most casual situations, while the formal versions are helpful in professional or respectful settings!