[#11] 🎧How to Say 'Thank You' in Korean

 
Expressing gratitude is an essential part
of any culture.
Let's learn the phrase!

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The phrase "감사합니다"

( gam-sa-ham-ni-da )

 
is the standard way to express thanks in Korean.
Here’s the breakdown: 

감사 (gam-sa): Gratitude or appreciation.

합니다 (ham-ni-da): A formal, polite way to say "do" or "express."

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When combined, it literally translates to "I express gratitude"
but is used universally to mean "Thank you."

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To use this phrase, simply say:
( gam-sa-ham-ni-da )
with a simple bow.

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In Korea, you might say
( gam-sa-ham-ni-da )
in various situations:
 
1. At a restaurant, after being served food.
2. In a shop, after receiving help from a staff.

 

 

You can say:
 - Thank you. : ( gam-sa-ham-ni-da )

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The response you might hear:
- You’re welcome. : ( cheon-man-e-yo )

 
- No problem. : ( an-i-e-yo )

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You can follow up with:
- The food was delicious. :  ( ma-si-sseo-sseo-yo )

 
- Thank you for your kindness. :  ( do-wa-ju-syeo-seo gam-sa-ham-ni-da )

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If you want to make it a little more casual,
especially with friends,
you can say: ( gam-sa-hae-yo )  

 
or just ( go-ma-weo-yo )

 
For even more informal situations,
( go-ma-weo ) 

works perfectly among close friends!

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In Korea,
the expression ( gam-sa-ham-ni-da ) is used
in even these situations,
such as when getting off a taxi
or when someone makes way for you
in a crowded area with a long waiting line.

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We have a saying,

"A kind word
can repay a thousand debts."

Today's phrase carries such power,
so I hope you use it often,
gain goodwill,
and enjoy your travels in Korea.

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