How to Say Goodbye in Korean
Korean has several ways to say “goodbye” depending on the situation and the level of politeness. In Korean, different expressions are used depending on whether you are leaving or the other person is leaving.
1. μλ ν κ°μΈμ (Annyeonghi Gaseyo)
μλ ν κ°μΈμ
Meaning: Goodbye
Politeness Level: Polite
Usage: Used when the other person is leaving.
You say μλ ν κ°μΈμ when someone else is leaving and you are staying.
Example
μλ
ν κ°μΈμ!
Goodbye! (when the other person leaves)
Use μλ ν κ°μΈμ when a guest or friend is leaving.
2. μλ ν κ³μΈμ (Annyeonghi Gyeseyo)
μλ ν κ³μΈμ
Meaning: Goodbye
Politeness Level: Polite
Usage: Used when you are leaving.
You say μλ ν κ³μΈμ when you are leaving and the other person is staying.
μλ
ν κ³μΈμ!
Goodbye! (when you leave)
3. μλ (Annyeong)
μλ
Meaning: Bye / Goodbye
Politeness Level: Casual
μλ can mean both hello and goodbye in casual situations.
μλ
!
Bye!
Do not use μλ with teachers, strangers, or people older than you.
Quick Summary
| Korean | Pronunciation | Meaning | When to Use |
|---|---|---|---|
| μλ ν κ°μΈμ | annyeonghi gaseyo | Goodbye | When the other person leaves |
| μλ ν κ³μΈμ | annyeonghi gyeseyo | Goodbye | When you leave |
| μλ | annyeong | Bye | Friends |