How to Introduce Yourself in Korean

Introducing yourself in Korean is simple once you know a few basic expressions. In this guide, you will learn the most common phrases used when meeting someone for the first time.

1. 안녕하세요 (Annyeonghaseyo)

When introducing yourself in Korean, you usually start with a greeting.

안녕하세요.
Hello.

2. 제 이름은 ___입니다 (Je ireumeun ___ imnida)

You can use this sentence to introduce your name politely.

제 이름은 Jieun(지은)입니다.
My name is Jieun.

3. 저는 ___입니다 (Jeoneun ___ imnida)

This expression can be used to talk about your job, nationality, or other information about yourself.

Example

저는 학생입니다.
I am a student.

저는 미국 사람입니다.
I am American.

4. 만나서 반갑습니다 (Mannaseo Bangapseumnida)

This phrase is commonly used after introducing yourself.

만나서 반갑습니다.
Nice to meet you.

Example Self-Introduction

Here is a simple example of introducing yourself in Korean.

안녕하세요.
제 이름은 Jieun(지은)입니다.
저는 선생님입니다.
만나서 반갑습니다.

Translation

Hello.
My name is Jieun.
I am a teacher.
Nice to meet you.

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Quick Summary

Korean	Pronunciation	Meaning
안녕하세요	annyeonghaseyo	Hello
제 이름은 ___입니다	je ireumeun ___ imnida	My name is ___
저는 ___입니다	jeoneun ___ imnida	I am ___
만나서 반갑습니다	mannaseo bangapseumnida	Nice to meet you