मतलब
A formal apology for a mistake or inconvenience.
सांस्कृतिक पृष्ठभूमि
Bowing is essential. A 15-30 degree bow while saying '미안합니다' shows sincerity. The deeper the bow, the more sorry you are. The concept of 'Chemyeon' (Face). Apologizing too much for small things can sometimes be seen as a lack of confidence, but not apologizing at all is a major social sin. Public apologies. In Korea, celebrities or CEOs often hold press conferences to say '미안합니다' or '죄송합니다' to the public for scandals. Apologizing for others. Parents will often say '미안합니다' on behalf of their children's behavior in public places like restaurants.
The Bow Matters
Even a small nod makes your '미안합니다' sound 10x more sincere to a Korean speaker.
Age is King
If you aren't sure of someone's age, use '죄송합니다' just to be safe. You can never be too polite in Korea.
मतलब
A formal apology for a mistake or inconvenience.
The Bow Matters
Even a small nod makes your '미안합니다' sound 10x more sincere to a Korean speaker.
Age is King
If you aren't sure of someone's age, use '죄송합니다' just to be safe. You can never be too polite in Korea.
Adding 'Jeongmal'
Add '정말' (Jeongmal - really) before '미안합니다' if you've made a significant mistake. It shows you care.
Don't Over-explain
In Korea, a sincere apology is often better than a long list of excuses. Say you're sorry first, then briefly explain.
खुद को परखो
Choose the correct phrase to use when you bump into a stranger of similar age at the mall.
길에서 모르는 사람과 부딪혔을 때 뭐라고 할까요?
Since it's a stranger, you should use the formal '미안합니다'. '미안해' is too casual.
Fill in the blank to say 'I am sorry for being late.'
_____ 미안합니다.
'늦어서' means 'because I am late.'
Match the situation to the correct level of apology.
1. To your boss, 2. To your younger brother, 3. To a coworker
Boss = 죄송합니다 (Highest respect), Brother = 미안해 (Informal), Coworker = 미안합니다 (Formal polite).
Complete the dialogue.
A: 제 펜을 가져갔어요? B: 아, _____. 여기 있습니다.
B is apologizing for taking the pen.
Match the Korean phrase to its English meaning.
1. 정말 미안합니다, 2. 늦어서 미안합니다, 3. 실수해서 미안합니다
정말 = truly, 늦어서 = being late, 실수해서 = making a mistake.
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विज़ुअल लर्निंग टूल्स
Korean Apology Levels
अभ्यास बैंक
5 अभ्यास길에서 모르는 사람과 부딪혔을 때 뭐라고 할까요?
Since it's a stranger, you should use the formal '미안합니다'. '미안해' is too casual.
_____ 미안합니다.
'늦어서' means 'because I am late.'
1. To your boss, 2. To your younger brother, 3. To a coworker
Boss = 죄송합니다 (Highest respect), Brother = 미안해 (Informal), Coworker = 미안합니다 (Formal polite).
A: 제 펜을 가져갔어요? B: 아, _____. 여기 있습니다.
B is apologizing for taking the pen.
बाईं ओर के प्रत्येक आइटम को दाईं ओर के उसके जोड़े से मिलाएं:
정말 = truly, 늦어서 = being late, 실수해서 = making a mistake.
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अक्सर पूछे जाने वाले सवाल
10 सवालNo. For condolences, use '삼가 고인의 명복을 빕니다' or '상심이 크시겠습니다.' '미안합니다' is only for your own faults.
'미안해요' is polite but less formal. Use '미안합니다' in business and '미안해요' with neighbors or acquaintances.
They might think you are being a bit too casual or 'cold.' It's better to use '죄송합니다.'
The most common response is '괜찮습니다' (It's okay) or '아니에요' (No, it's nothing).
In texting, people often use 'ㅈㅅ' (short for 죄송) or 'ㅁㅇ' (short for 미안), but only with very close friends.
This is due to a Korean pronunciation rule where 'ㅂ' sounds like 'ㅁ' when followed by 'ㄴ'.
Yes, '미안합니다' or '잠시만요' (Just a moment) are both used in crowded subways.
Yes, it is a standard expression in both North and South Korea, though intonation may differ.
It's better to say '죄송하지만 다시 말씀해 주시겠어요?' (I'm sorry, but could you say that again?).
Yes, but '미안' is very casual (Banmal). Only use it with people you are very close to.
संबंधित मुहावरे
죄송합니다
similarI am sorry (very formal)
실례합니다
similarExcuse me
사과하다
specialized formTo apologize
유감입니다
contrastI regret it / It's a pity
괜찮습니다
contrastIt is okay
