뜻
Stating that everything is fine or there are no issues.
문화적 배경
The phrase is often used to maintain 'Chemyeon' (saving face). By saying there is no problem, you prevent the other person from feeling guilty or responsible for a potential issue. In Korean companies, '문제가 없습니다' is a standard way to report that a task is proceeding according to plan. It signals reliability and attention to detail. The phrase '문제 없어' is frequently used in song lyrics to express confidence, resilience, and a 'cool' attitude toward life's challenges. Koreans value harmony (Inhwa). Using this phrase is a way to show flexibility and a 'can-do' spirit when making plans with others.
Drop the 'Ga'
In casual conversation, you can almost always drop the '가' and just say '문제 없어요.' It sounds more natural and fluent.
Not for 'Thank You'
Remember, even if you want to say 'No problem' after someone thanks you, stick to '아니에요' (Anieyo).
뜻
Stating that everything is fine or there are no issues.
Drop the 'Ga'
In casual conversation, you can almost always drop the '가' and just say '문제 없어요.' It sounds more natural and fluent.
Not for 'Thank You'
Remember, even if you want to say 'No problem' after someone thanks you, stick to '아니에요' (Anieyo).
Add '전혀' for Emphasis
If you want to sound very confident, say '전혀 문제가 없어요' (Jeon-hyeo munje-ga eopseoyo). It means 'There is absolutely no problem.'
The 'Gwaenchana' Connection
Koreans use '괜찮아요' much more often for emotional states. Use '문제가 없어요' when you want to sound more objective or professional.
셀프 테스트
Fill in the missing subject marker.
문제___ 없어요.
Since '문제' ends in a vowel (ㅔ), the subject marker '가' is required.
Which is the most natural response to '내일 2시에 만날까요?' (Shall we meet at 2 tomorrow?)
내일 2시에 만날까요?
'네, 문제 없어요' confirms that the proposed time works for you.
Complete the dialogue in a formal office setting.
Manager: 이 기계 잘 작동하나요? (Is this machine working well?) Employee: 네, ________.
In a formal office setting, the '-습니다' form is the most appropriate.
Match the phrase variation to the situation.
You want to say 'There were no problems at all' in the past.
'없었어요' is the past tense of '없어요'.
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시각 학습 자료
문제가 없어요 vs. 괜찮아요
연습 문제 은행
4 연습 문제문제___ 없어요.
Since '문제' ends in a vowel (ㅔ), the subject marker '가' is required.
내일 2시에 만날까요?
'네, 문제 없어요' confirms that the proposed time works for you.
Manager: 이 기계 잘 작동하나요? (Is this machine working well?) Employee: 네, ________.
In a formal office setting, the '-습니다' form is the most appropriate.
You want to say 'There were no problems at all' in the past.
'없었어요' is the past tense of '없어요'.
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자주 묻는 질문
10 질문Yes, but use the formal version '문제가 없습니다' to show respect.
'문제 없어요' is factual (no issues), while '괜찮아요' is more general (it's okay/fine).
No, it's very polite as long as you use the '-요' ending.
Yes, to say someone is healthy or doing fine, e.g., '그 사람은 문제가 없어요.'
Just change the intonation: '문제 없어요?' or '문제 있어요?'
'별' means 'special,' so '별문제 없어요' means 'No special/particular problems.'
Yes, it is very common in business emails to confirm details.
'없다' means 'to not exist,' so you are saying a problem doesn't exist. '아니에요' means 'is not.'
In texting, people use '문제 ㄴㄴ' (No No).
It's better to use '문제 없을 것 같아요' (I think there will be no problem) if you are unsure.
관련 표현
괜찮아요
similarIt's okay / I'm fine
상관없어요
similarIt doesn't matter / I don't care
다행이에요
builds onThat's a relief
걱정 마세요
similarDon't worry
지장 없어요
specialized formThere is no hindrance
