Meaning
An encouragement to put in effort.
Cultural Background
Effort is seen as a moral duty. Similar to 'Ganbatte', but Korean is more focused on the 'heart' aspect. Often replaced by 'Good luck', which focuses on outcome rather than effort.
Context is Key
Always consider if the person is already tired before using this.
The 'Hot Heart'
Remembering the 'hot heart' meaning helps you understand why it's a positive phrase.
Meaning
An encouragement to put in effort.
Context is Key
Always consider if the person is already tired before using this.
The 'Hot Heart'
Remembering the 'hot heart' meaning helps you understand why it's a positive phrase.
Test Yourself
Which is the correct polite form?
How do you tell a colleague to work hard?
'-세요' is the standard polite form.
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Visual Learning Aids
Practice Bank
1 exercisesHow do you tell a colleague to work hard?
'-세요' is the standard polite form.
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Frequently Asked Questions
2 questionsYes, it is polite enough.
No, it is very encouraging.
Related Phrases
고생하세요
contrastPlease suffer (work hard).
파이팅
synonymFighting/Go for it!
잘 하세요
similarPlease do well.
