Phrase in 30 Seconds
Use '그럼요' to show enthusiastic agreement or confirm that something is absolutely possible.
- Means: 'Of course' or 'Certainly' in a polite, friendly way.
- Used in: Responding to requests, confirming facts, or showing support.
- Don't confuse: It is not a direct 'yes' (네); it implies a stronger, more positive agreement.
आपके स्तर पर व्याख्या:
मतलब
An informal way to express strong agreement or certainty.
सांस्कृतिक पृष्ठभूमि
Koreans often use '그럼요' to soften the impact of a request. It makes the speaker feel like they aren't a burden. In a workplace, using '그럼요' shows a proactive attitude. It signals that you are a team player. Younger generations might use '당근!' (Carrot!) as a slang version of 'Of course', but '그럼요' remains the standard polite form.
Add a smile
Because '그럼요' is an enthusiastic phrase, it sounds best with a smile.
Use it to build rapport
Koreans love when learners use this because it shows they understand the social nuance of agreement.
Add a smile
Because '그럼요' is an enthusiastic phrase, it sounds best with a smile.
Use it to build rapport
Koreans love when learners use this because it shows they understand the social nuance of agreement.
खुद को परखो
Which phrase is the most appropriate response to 'Can you help me?'
A: 도와줄 수 있어요? B: _____
'그럼요' means 'of course', which is the perfect response to a request for help.
Fill in the blank to express strong agreement.
A: 오늘 정말 덥죠? B: _____, 정말 더워요.
Using '그럼요' validates the other person's observation about the weather.
Complete the dialogue.
A: 이 서류 좀 확인해 주실래요? B: _____, 지금 바로 볼게요.
It shows professional willingness to assist with a task.
Which situation is '그럼요' best used for?
Choose the best scenario.
'그럼요' is an affirmative expression used to show willingness.
🎉 स्कोर: /4
विज़ुअल लर्निंग टूल्स
अभ्यास बैंक
5 अभ्यासA: 도와줄 수 있어요? B: _____
'그럼요' means 'of course', which is the perfect response to a request for help.
A: 오늘 정말 덥죠? B: _____, 정말 더워요.
Using '그럼요' validates the other person's observation about the weather.
A: 이 서류 좀 확인해 주실래요? B: _____, 지금 바로 볼게요.
It shows professional willingness to assist with a task.
Choose the best scenario.
'그럼요' is an affirmative expression used to show willingness.
🎉 स्कोर: /5
अक्सर पूछे जाने वाले सवाल
8 सवालYes, it is polite enough for most workplace interactions.
No, it is stronger and more positive than '네'.
It is the standard polite sentence ending in Korean.
Yes, it is very common in texting.
It is polite/neutral, not strictly formal.
It is rarely offensive, just might sound slightly awkward.
No, it is standard across all of Korea.
Yes, it is perfect for that.
संबंधित मुहावरे
당연하죠
synonymIt is natural/of course.
물론이죠
synonymCertainly.
네
builds onYes.
कहाँ इस्तेमाल करें
Asking for a favor
A: 이거 좀 들어줄 수 있어요?
B: 그럼요!
Confirming a fact
A: 여기가 서울역 맞나요?
B: 그럼요, 맞습니다.
याद करें
स्मृति सहायक
Think of 'Grum-yo' as 'Grumbling? No!' because you are so happy to help.
दृश्य संबंध
Imagine a friendly waiter nodding enthusiastically when you ask if they have water.
Rhyme
When you want to say 'Yes, I do', say 'Geu-reom-yo!'
Story
Min-su asked his friend for a pen. His friend smiled and said '그럼요!' while handing it over. Min-su felt happy because his friend was so kind.
In Other Languages
Similar to 'Of course' in English or 'Bien sûr' in French. It serves the same function of enthusiastic affirmation.
Word Web
चैलेंज
Say '그럼요' every time someone asks you a question you agree with today.
Review in 1 day, 3 days, 1 week, and 1 month.
उच्चारण
The 'g' is soft, 'eu' is a neutral vowel.
Standard 'yo' sound.
औपचारिकता का स्तर
물론입니다. (General agreement)
그럼요. (General agreement)
그럼! (General agreement)
당근이지! (General agreement)
Derived from the Korean verb '그렇다' (to be so).
रोचक तथ्य
The '요' ending is a relatively modern addition to Korean, making speech more polite and accessible.
सांस्कृतिक नोट्स
Koreans often use '그럼요' to soften the impact of a request. It makes the speaker feel like they aren't a burden.
“그럼요, 얼마든지 물어보세요.”
In a workplace, using '그럼요' shows a proactive attitude. It signals that you are a team player.
“그럼요, 제가 바로 처리하겠습니다.”
Younger generations might use '당근!' (Carrot!) as a slang version of 'Of course', but '그럼요' remains the standard polite form.
“A: 갈 거야? B: 당근!”
बातचीत की शुरुआत
한국어 공부하는 거 재미있어요?
저 좀 도와주실 수 있나요?
오늘 날씨가 정말 좋네요, 그렇죠?
सामान्य गलतियाँ
그럼요 to a superior in a formal meeting.
물론입니다.
L1 Interference
그럼요 when you actually disagree.
아니요, 사실은...
L1 Interference
그럼요요
그럼요
L1 Interference
In Other Languages
¡Claro que sí!
Spanish uses an exclamation mark and 'claro' to emphasize clarity.
Bien sûr.
French 'Bien sûr' can sometimes sound sarcastic depending on tone, whereas '그럼요' is almost always positive.
Natürlich.
German is more focused on logic, while Korean is focused on social rapport.
もちろんです (Mochiron desu).
Japanese requires the 'desu' suffix for politeness, while Korean uses the '요' suffix.
بالطبع (Bil-tab').
Arabic usage is often tied to religious or formal cultural expressions of agreement.
Spotted in the Real World
“A: 도와줄 수 있어요? B: 그럼요!”
A character asks for help in a difficult situation.
“A: 한국어 잘하시네요! B: 그럼요, 열심히 공부했어요.”
A user is complimented on their language skills.
“그럼요 is a very useful phrase for daily life.”
Educational segment on polite expressions.
आसानी से भ्रमित होने वाले
Learners confuse '그럼요' (of course) with '그렇죠' (that's right).
'그럼요' is for agreement/willingness; '그렇죠' is for confirming a fact.
Learners use '네' for everything.
'네' is neutral; '그럼요' adds enthusiasm.
Learners use this when they should use '그럼요'.
'알겠습니다' means 'I understand'; '그럼요' means 'Of course/I'm happy to'.
अक्सर पूछे जाने वाले सवाल (8)
Yes, it is polite enough for most workplace interactions.
usage contextsNo, it is stronger and more positive than '네'.
basic understandingIt is the standard polite sentence ending in Korean.
grammar mechanicsYes, it is very common in texting.
practical tipsIt is polite/neutral, not strictly formal.
usage contextsIt is rarely offensive, just might sound slightly awkward.
common mistakesNo, it is standard across all of Korea.
cultural usageYes, it is perfect for that.
basic understanding
