Signification
A very polite expression showing respect upon meeting someone.
Contexte culturel
The first greeting often determines the entire trajectory of a professional relationship. Using 'Yeong-gwang-imnida' shows you are 'refined' (gyoyang-itda). Hierarchy is strict. Even if you are older than the CEO, if you are a lower rank, you should use this phrase to show respect for the position. Fans use this phrase to show that their idol is like 'royalty' to them. It bridges the gap between a stranger and a hero. Professors in Korea are held in extremely high regard. Students almost always use this when meeting a senior scholar.
The Bow is Mandatory
Never say this while standing perfectly stiff. A 15 to 30-degree bow while speaking makes the phrase authentic.
Eye Contact
In Korea, making intense eye contact while saying this can be aggressive. Look slightly down or at their neck area during the bow.
Signification
A very polite expression showing respect upon meeting someone.
The Bow is Mandatory
Never say this while standing perfectly stiff. A 15 to 30-degree bow while speaking makes the phrase authentic.
Eye Contact
In Korea, making intense eye contact while saying this can be aggressive. Look slightly down or at their neck area during the bow.
Don't Overuse
If you say this to the same person every time you meet, it becomes weird. Use it ONLY for the first meeting.
Teste-toi
Choose the most appropriate phrase to say to a CEO you are meeting for the first time.
대표님, 오늘 ________.
This is the only option that uses both the humble verb '뵙다' and the formal '입니다' ending.
Fill in the missing Hanja-based word for 'honor/glory'.
만나 뵙게 되어 ____입니다.
영광 (榮光) means honor or glory in this context.
Match the phrase to the correct situation.
When would you say '만나 뵙게 되어 영광입니다'?
This phrase is reserved for formal situations with people of high status.
Complete the dialogue for a job interview.
면접관: 안녕하세요. 앉으세요. 지원자: 감사합니다. ________.
In a job interview, the highest level of formal greeting is expected.
🎉 Score : /4
Aides visuelles
Greeting Levels in Korean
Banque d exercices
4 exercices대표님, 오늘 ________.
This is the only option that uses both the humble verb '뵙다' and the formal '입니다' ending.
만나 뵙게 되어 ____입니다.
영광 (榮光) means honor or glory in this context.
When would you say '만나 뵙게 되어 영광입니다'?
This phrase is reserved for formal situations with people of high status.
면접관: 안녕하세요. 앉으세요. 지원자: 감사합니다. ________.
In a job interview, the highest level of formal greeting is expected.
🎉 Score : /4
Questions fréquentes
5 questionsYes, it is very common in the first line of a formal introductory email.
It's okay for semi-formal situations (like meeting a famous person your age), but '입니다' is safer for business.
You should still use this phrase. In Korean business, rank often trumps age in formal greetings.
뵙다 is humble (lowering yourself), 보다 is neutral. You never use 뵙다 to talk about yourself seeing a friend.
You should say '아니에요, 제가 더 영광입니다' (No, I am the one who is more honored).
Expressions liées
만나서 반갑습니다
similarNice to meet you (standard formal).
처음 뵙겠습니다
builds onHow do you do? (First time seeing you).
영광으로 생각합니다
specialized formI consider it an honor.
말씀 많이 들었습니다
similarI've heard a lot about you.
