A1 Expression Neutral

진짜요?

Jinjayo?

Seriously?

Meaning

An informal expression of disbelief or surprise.

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Cultural Background

Reacting is vital for social harmony. Avoid using with elders; use '정말입니까?' instead.

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Intonation

Always raise your pitch at the end to make it a question.

Meaning

An informal expression of disbelief or surprise.

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Intonation

Always raise your pitch at the end to make it a question.

Test Yourself

Which is the most polite way to ask 'Really?' to a stranger?

A: 진짜? B: 진짜요?

✓ Correct! ✗ Not quite. Correct answer: B

The '요' ending is necessary for politeness.

🎉 Score: /1

Practice Bank

1 exercises
Which is the most polite way to ask 'Really?' to a stranger? Choose A1

A: 진짜? B: 진짜요?

✓ Correct! ✗ Not quite. Correct answer: B

The '요' ending is necessary for politeness.

🎉 Score: /1

Frequently Asked Questions

1 questions

It is better to use '정말입니까?' for a boss.

Related Phrases

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정말요?

synonym

Really?

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진심이에요?

similar

Are you serious?

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