Signification
Stating that something is not permitted or possible.
Contexte culturel
In Korean business culture, saying '안 됩니다' directly to a superior is rare. Instead, employees use 'softeners' or explain the obstacles first to avoid sounding rebellious. Signs in Korea are very direct. You will see '주차 안 됨' (No parking) or '출입 금지' (No entry). '안 됩니다' is the spoken version of these strict signs. Parents often use '안 돼' as one of the first words to teach boundaries. It is often repeated three times for emphasis: '안 돼, 안 돼, 안 돼!' Korean customer service is known for being extremely polite. Even when the answer is 'no,' they will use '안 됩니다' with a bow or a very soft tone to minimize the customer's frustration.
The 'Soft' No
If you want to sound like a native, add '죄송하지만' (I'm sorry but) before '안 됩니다'. It makes a huge difference in how you are perceived.
Spelling Matters
Never write '않 됩니다'. It's a hallmark of a beginner mistake. Remember: '안' is for 'not'.
Signification
Stating that something is not permitted or possible.
The 'Soft' No
If you want to sound like a native, add '죄송하지만' (I'm sorry but) before '안 됩니다'. It makes a huge difference in how you are perceived.
Spelling Matters
Never write '않 됩니다'. It's a hallmark of a beginner mistake. Remember: '안' is for 'not'.
Body Language
When saying '안 됩니다' in a formal setting, a slight bow or a polite hand gesture (palm up) helps soften the refusal.
Teste-toi
Fill in the blank with the correct form of '안 되다' in a formal setting.
죄송하지만 여기서 담배를 피우면 ______.
The sentence is formal ('죄송하지만'), so '안 됩니다' is the most appropriate ending.
Which sentence is spelled correctly?
Choose the correct spelling for 'It's not allowed.'
'안' is the correct negation, and '됩니다' is the correct spelling of the verb ending.
Match the phrase to the situation.
Situation: A child is trying to touch a hot stove.
When speaking to a child in an urgent situation, the informal '안 돼!' is most natural.
Complete the dialogue.
A: 이 구두 환불하고 싶어요. (I want a refund for these shoes.) B: 죄송합니다. 세일 상품은 환불이 ______.
Refunds being 'not possible' is a rule, so '안 됩니다' is the correct choice.
🎉 Score : /4
Aides visuelles
Where you'll hear '안 됩니다'
Public Transport
- • No eating
- • No smoking
- • No loud calls
Business
- • Deadlines
- • Budget limits
- • Policy
Daily Life
- • Safety
- • Borrowing things
- • Invitations
Banque d exercices
4 exercices죄송하지만 여기서 담배를 피우면 ______.
The sentence is formal ('죄송하지만'), so '안 됩니다' is the most appropriate ending.
Choose the correct spelling for 'It's not allowed.'
'안' is the correct negation, and '됩니다' is the correct spelling of the verb ending.
Situation: A child is trying to touch a hot stove.
When speaking to a child in an urgent situation, the informal '안 돼!' is most natural.
A: 이 구두 환불하고 싶어요. (I want a refund for these shoes.) B: 죄송합니다. 세일 상품은 환불이 ______.
Refunds being 'not possible' is a rule, so '안 됩니다' is the correct choice.
🎉 Score : /4
Questions fréquentes
5 questionsNo, you should say '한국말 못 합니다.' Using '안 됩니다' sounds like you are forbidden from speaking it.
'안 됩니다' is more formal and used in business or with strangers. '안 돼요' is polite but more common in daily life.
It's only rude if used with someone older or of higher status. With friends or children, it's perfectly normal.
You can say '절대 안 됩니다' (Jeoldae an doemnida).
It's due to conjugation rules. '되' + '-어요' becomes '돼요', but '되' + '-ㅂ니다' stays '됩니다'.
Expressions liées
안 돼요
similarPolite informal version of 'not allowed'.
못 해요
contrastCannot do (lack of ability).
곤란합니다
similarIt is difficult/awkward.
불가능합니다
specialized formIt is impossible.
금지입니다
specialized formIt is prohibited.
