A1 Expression Formal

수고하셨습니다.

sugohasyeotseumnida.

You worked hard.

Practice it

Meaning

Used to acknowledge someone's hard work, often after a task.

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Cultural Background

It is a mandatory social ritual in offices. Very similar to 'Otsukaresama'. Less ritualized; usually reserved for genuine praise.

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Boss Alert

Never use '수고' alone with a superior.

Meaning

Used to acknowledge someone's hard work, often after a task.

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Boss Alert

Never use '수고' alone with a superior.

Test Yourself

Which is appropriate for a boss?

What do you say to your boss after a project?

✓ Correct! ✗ Not quite. Correct answer: 고생하셨습니다

Using '수고' to a boss can sound condescending.

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Practice Bank

1 exercises
Which is appropriate for a boss? Choose A1

What do you say to your boss after a project?

✓ Correct! ✗ Not quite. Correct answer: 고생하셨습니다

Using '수고' to a boss can sound condescending.

🎉 Score: /1

Frequently Asked Questions

1 questions

Yes, use '수고했어'.

Related Phrases

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고생하셨습니다

synonym

You endured hardship

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