Meaning
Used to confirm agreement or correctness of a statement.
Cultural Background
Confirmation is a sign of respect. Not confirming can be seen as ignoring the speaker. Using the correct formality level is crucial for maintaining professional relationships. In texting, people often shorten it to '맞음' or 'ㅇㅇ'.
Nodding
Nod your head while saying it to show extra politeness.
Don't over-use
If you say it too much, it sounds like you aren't listening.
Meaning
Used to confirm agreement or correctness of a statement.
Nodding
Nod your head while saying it to show extra politeness.
Don't over-use
If you say it too much, it sounds like you aren't listening.
Eye contact
Maintain soft eye contact to show sincerity.
Test Yourself
Select the most polite way to confirm a fact.
Which phrase is correct for a business meeting?
In business, use the formal '습니다' ending.
Complete the sentence.
A: 오늘이 금요일이죠? B: ____, 맞아요.
Use '네' to agree with the question.
Match the register.
Match the phrase to its formality.
These are the three main levels of politeness.
Complete the dialogue.
A: 이 책이 정말 재미있어요. B: ____.
This confirms agreement with the opinion.
🎉 Score: /4
Visual Learning Aids
Practice Bank
4 exercisesWhich phrase is correct for a business meeting?
In business, use the formal '습니다' ending.
A: 오늘이 금요일이죠? B: ____, 맞아요.
Use '네' to agree with the question.
Match each item on the left with its pair on the right:
These are the three main levels of politeness.
A: 이 책이 정말 재미있어요. B: ____.
This confirms agreement with the opinion.
🎉 Score: /4
Frequently Asked Questions
8 questionsYes, but use '네, 맞습니다' for more respect.
Yes, the '네' is optional but polite.
Yes, it implies agreement with the statement.
Don't use it. Use '글쎄요' (I'm not sure).
Yes, in emails or texts.
No, it's a statement of confirmation.
맞았어요.
No, it's standard Korean.
Related Phrases
그렇죠
synonymThat's right/Indeed.
동감이에요
similarI agree/I feel the same.
맞습니다
specialized formThat is correct.
