너는 어때? (neo-neun eo-ttae?) – How About You?
In Korean, 너는 어때? (neo-neun eo-ttae?) means "How about you?" This phrase is used when you want to ask someone about their opinion, feelings, or situation after sharing yours. It's casual and typically used with friends, peers, or people you’re close to.
- 너는 (neo-neun) means "you" in a casual form.
- 어때 (eo-ttae) means "how is it" or "how about."
So, 너는 어때? can be translated as "What about you?" or "How about you?" and is commonly used in everyday conversations to keep the dialogue balanced.
More Expressions
Here are more ways to ask or refer to someone’s perspective in Korean:
- 넌 어때? (neon eo-ttae?) – How about you? (even more casual)
- 너는 기분이 어때? (neo-neun gi-bun-i eo-ttae?) – How are you feeling?
- 너는 어떻게 생각해? (neo-neun eo-tteo-ke saeng-gak-hae?) – What do you think?
- 너는 뭐 할 거야? (neo-neun mwo hal geo-ya?) – What are you going to do?
- 너는 어디 가? (neo-neun eo-di ga?) – Where are you going?
Pronunciation Tips:
- 너는 (neo-neun): "Neo" is pronounced like "naw," and "neun" is like "nuhn."
- 어때 (eo-ttae): "Eo" is like "uh" in "sun," and "ttae" is pronounced like "teh."
Use 너는 어때? in casual conversations to show interest in someone else’s opinion or feelings after sharing your own!