If you’re learning Korean, you’ll soon realize there’s no one-size-fits-all way to say goodbye. The appropriate expression depends on who you’re talking to, the setting, and the level of formality. Here’s a clear guide to various ways to say goodbye in Korean\u2014made easy for daily use.<\/p>\n\n
Use this with close friends, peers, or people younger than you. It’s like saying \u201cbye\u201d in English.<\/p>\n
\n Note:<\/strong> Don\u2019t use this with your boss, teacher, or anyone in a formal setting. It’s strictly informal.\n <\/blockquote>\n\n2. \uc548\ub155\ud788 \uac00\uc138\uc694 (Annyeonghi gaseyo)<\/strong> \u2013 \u201cGo in peace\u201d<\/h2>\n
This polite expression is used when the other person is leaving<\/em> and you are staying<\/em>. It literally means “go peacefully.”<\/p>\n
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- Example:<\/strong> Your friend is leaving your home. You say, “\uc548\ub155\ud788 \uac00\uc138\uc694.”<\/li>\n <\/ul>\n\n
3. \uc548\ub155\ud788 \uacc4\uc138\uc694 (Annyeonghi gyeseyo)<\/strong> \u2013 “Stay in peace”<\/h2>\n
This is used when you are leaving<\/em> and the other person is staying<\/em>.<\/p>\n
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- Example:<\/strong> Leaving a restaurant and the staff stays behind? Tell them, “\uc548\ub155\ud788 \uacc4\uc138\uc694.”<\/li>\n <\/ul>\n\n
4. \uc798 \uac00 (Jal ga)<\/strong> \u2013 “Go well”<\/h2>\n
This casual expression is the short form of “\uc548\ub155\ud788 \uac00\uc138\uc694.” Use it with friends or familiar people. It’s informal, concise, and handy.<\/p>\n
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- Example:<\/strong> Saying goodbye to your friend after hanging out: “\uc798 \uac00!”<\/li>\n <\/ul>\n\n
5. \uc798 \uc788\uc5b4 (Jal isseo)<\/strong> \u2013 “Stay well”<\/h2>\n
The casual form of “\uc548\ub155\ud788 \uacc4\uc138\uc694,” used when you’re leaving<\/em> and your friend is staying.<\/p>\n
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- Example:<\/strong> You’re leaving a caf\u00e9, and your friend stays behind: “\uc798 \uc788\uc5b4!”<\/li>\n <\/ul>\n\n
6. \ub2e4\uc74c\uc5d0 \ubd10\uc694 (Daeume bwayo)<\/strong> \u2013 “See you next time”<\/h2>\n
This is a friendly, everyday expression to use when you’ll meet again.<\/p>\n
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- Use with colleagues, acquaintances, or classmates. For casual situations, use “\ub2e4\uc74c\uc5d0 \ubd10.”<\/li>\n <\/ul>\n\n
7. \ub610 \ubd10\uc694 \/ \ub610 \ubd10 (Tto bwayo \/ Tto bwa)<\/strong> \u2013 “See you again”<\/h2>\n
Similar to saying “see you later.” “\ub610 \ubd10\uc694” is polite, while “\ub610 \ubd10” is casual.<\/p>\n\n
8. \ub0b4\uc77c \ubd10\uc694 (Naeil bwayo)<\/strong> \u2013 “See you tomorrow”<\/h2>\n
Perfect for friends, colleagues, or classmates when you know<\/em> you’ll see each other the next day.<\/p>\n\n
Bonus: Texting Goodbyes<\/h2>\n
When texting, Koreans often use abbreviations or informal expressions:<\/p>\n
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- \u3142\u3142<\/strong> = “bye bye” abbreviation<\/li>\n
- \ube60\uc774 (ppai)<\/strong> = Konglish “bye”<\/li>\n
- \uc798 \uc790<\/strong> = “Sleep well” (for evenings)<\/li>\n <\/ul>\n\n
Quick Reference<\/h2>\n
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\n \nSituation<\/th>\n Say This<\/th>\n <\/tr>\n <\/thead>\n \n Informal with friends<\/td>\n \uc548\ub155, \uc798 \uac00, \uc798 \uc788\uc5b4<\/td>\n <\/tr>\n \n Polite (other leaves)<\/td>\n \uc548\ub155\ud788 \uac00\uc138\uc694<\/td>\n <\/tr>\n \n Polite (you leave)<\/td>\n \uc548\ub155\ud788 \uacc4\uc138\uc694<\/td>\n <\/tr>\n \n See you again<\/td>\n \ub2e4\uc74c\uc5d0 \ubd10\uc694, \ub610 \ubd10\uc694<\/td>\n <\/tr>\n \n See you tomorrow<\/td>\n \ub0b4\uc77c \ubd10\uc694<\/td>\n <\/tr>\n <\/tbody>\n <\/table>\n\n Now you’re ready to confidently say goodbye in any Korean-speaking situation!<\/p>\n\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
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