그럼요!
geureomyo!
Of course!
Phrase in 30 Seconds
An emphatic, polite way to say 'of course' or 'absolutely' when agreeing with someone or confirming a request.
- Means: 'Of course' or 'Naturally' with a polite tone.
- Used in: Responding to favors, confirming obvious truths, or accepting invitations.
- Don't confuse: Avoid using it as a simple 'yes' for factual data questions.
Explanation at your level:
意味
An emphatic affirmation, meaning 'absolutely' or 'naturally.'
文化的背景
In Korea, '그럼요' is a key part of 'reactive listening'. It shows you are paying attention and supporting the speaker's perspective, which is vital for social harmony (Inhwa). Using '그럼요' with clients shows a 'can-do' attitude. It is often preferred over a stiff '네' to build a friendlier business relationship. Characters often use '그럼요' to show loyalty or deep affection, especially when a loved one asks 'Do you trust me?' or 'Will you stay?'. Market vendors use '그럼요' to reassure customers about the quality of their goods. It builds trust through verbal enthusiasm.
The 'Nod' Factor
When saying '그럼요', give a slight, confident nod. It doubles the impact of your agreement.
Don't Overuse with Strangers
While polite, saying '그럼요!' to every single question from a stranger might make you seem overly eager or suspicious. Balance it with '네'.
意味
An emphatic affirmation, meaning 'absolutely' or 'naturally.'
The 'Nod' Factor
When saying '그럼요', give a slight, confident nod. It doubles the impact of your agreement.
Don't Overuse with Strangers
While polite, saying '그럼요!' to every single question from a stranger might make you seem overly eager or suspicious. Balance it with '네'.
The 'Am-yo' Alternative
If you want to sound like a cool, confident local, try '암요' (Am-yo) occasionally. It's a very 'pro' move.
Texting Style
In KakaoTalk, you can write it as '그럼요~' to sound extra friendly. The tilde adds a musical tone to the text.
自分をテスト
Complete the dialogue with the most natural response.
A: 오늘 저녁에 같이 밥 먹을까요? B: ________! 제가 맛있는 식당 알아요.
The speaker B follows up with 'I know a good restaurant', indicating enthusiastic agreement. '그럼요' is the perfect fit.
Match the situation to the best use of '그럼요'.
Which situation is '그럼요' MOST appropriate for?
'그럼요' is for social agreement and shared feelings, not for cold facts or medical symptoms.
Choose the correct informal version of '그럼요'.
If you are talking to a younger sibling, how would you say 'Of course'?
Dropping the '요' makes the phrase informal (Banmal), which is appropriate for siblings.
Fill in the blank to make the sentence more emphatic.
A: 정말 도와주실 거예요? B: 그럼요, ________.
'그럼요, 당연하죠' is a very common emphatic pairing meaning 'Of course, naturally'.
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Politeness Levels of 'Of Course'
よくある質問
10 問It's not necessarily 'more' polite, but it is more 'enthusiastic'. '네' is neutral, while '그럼요' shows you are happy to agree.
No, '그럼요' is primarily a spoken expression. In formal writing, use '물론이다' or '당연하다'.
'당연하죠' sounds a bit more logical ('It's natural'), while '그럼요' sounds more social and warm.
Absolutely not. It is strictly for positive affirmation.
Yes, it's very common in a standard office environment to show a positive attitude.
Don't say it too slowly. It should be a quick, bright response.
Only if used with someone older or a stranger. With friends, it's perfectly normal.
No, it is a native Korean contraction, though it relates to the concept of '당연' (當然).
No, it implies 100% certainty. If unsure, use '아마도요' (Maybe) or '글쎄요' (Well...).
Repeating it adds even more emphasis, like saying 'Of course, of course!'.
関連フレーズ
당연하죠
synonymNaturally / Of course
물론이죠
synonymOf course / Without question
그렇고말고요
specialized formAbsolutely, no doubt about it
암요
similarSure / Of course
맞아요
similarThat's right / Correct
그래요
contrastIs that so? / Okay
どこで使う？
At a Restaurant
Waiter: 맛있게 드셨어요?
You: 그럼요! 정말 맛있었어요.
Job Interview
Interviewer: 열심히 일할 준비 되셨나요?
You: 그럼요, 최선을 다하겠습니다.
With a Friend (Informal)
Friend: 내일 우리 만나는 거 맞지?
You: 그럼! 내가 잊을 리가 있니?
Asking for a Favor
Colleague: 이것 좀 도와주실 수 있어요?
You: 그럼요, 지금 바로 도와드릴게요.
Receiving a Compliment
Neighbor: 한국어 정말 잘하시네요!
You: 그럼요... 아니, 아직 멀었어요. 감사합니다!
Texting/Messaging
User1: 오늘 올 거지??
User2: 그럼요!! 7시까지 갈게요~
Memorize It
Mnemonic
Think of a 'Groom' (그럼) at a wedding saying 'Of course!' (요) when asked if he loves his bride.
Visual Association
Imagine a bright green checkmark (✅) that starts glowing and smiling whenever you say 'Geureom-yo!'. It's the ultimate green light.
Rhyme
Don't say no, say Geureom-yo! (그럼요!)
Story
You are at a Korean restaurant. The owner asks if you want more side dishes for free. You are so happy that you don't just say 'Yes', you say 'Geureom-yo!' with a big heart. The owner smiles and brings you double the food because your answer was so enthusiastic.
Word Web
チャレンジ
Try to use '그럼요' at least three times today instead of '네' whenever someone asks you a question you agree with.
In Other Languages
¡Claro que sí!
Spanish 'claro' can also mean 'clear' (adjective), while '그럼요' is strictly an interjection.
Bien sûr
French uses 'Mais oui' for even more emphasis, similar to Korean '그렇고말고요'.
Natürlich
German often uses 'Aber ja' (But yes) to show the same kind of 'why are you asking' emphasis.
もちろんです
Japanese also has 'そうですとも' which captures the '그럼요' nuance of 'it is as you say' more literally.
طبعاً (Tab'an)
Arabic speakers might use 'Akid' (Sure) more for promises, while 'Tab'an' is for general agreement.
当然 (Dāngrán)
Chinese '当然' is often used in more formal logical arguments than the conversational '그럼요'.
Com certeza
Portuguese speakers use it to end a conversation or confirm a plan, much like '그럼요'.
Of course / Absolutely
English 'Of course' can sometimes sound rude or sarcastic if the tone is wrong; '그럼요' is almost always polite.
Easily Confused
Both start with 'Geu-reot-' roots and sound similar to beginners.
Remember that '그럼요' is always an answer (Of course!), while '그래요' is often a question (Really?) or a weak 'Okay'.
Learners might use the full '그러면' thinking it's more formal.
'그러면' means 'If so' and needs a following sentence. '그럼요' is a complete answer on its own.
よくある質問 (10)
It's not necessarily 'more' polite, but it is more 'enthusiastic'. '네' is neutral, while '그럼요' shows you are happy to agree.
No, '그럼요' is primarily a spoken expression. In formal writing, use '물론이다' or '당연하다'.
'당연하죠' sounds a bit more logical ('It's natural'), while '그럼요' sounds more social and warm.
Absolutely not. It is strictly for positive affirmation.
Yes, it's very common in a standard office environment to show a positive attitude.
Don't say it too slowly. It should be a quick, bright response.
Only if used with someone older or a stranger. With friends, it's perfectly normal.
No, it is a native Korean contraction, though it relates to the concept of '당연' (當然).
No, it implies 100% certainty. If unsure, use '아마도요' (Maybe) or '글쎄요' (Well...).
Repeating it adds even more emphasis, like saying 'Of course, of course!'.
