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Five Korean Expressions for Apologizing

3/11/2025

 

1. 미안해요 (Mi-an-hae-yo)

Meaning: I'm sorry (polite)

Usage: 실수나 잘못을 공손하게 사과할 때 사용합니다. Use this phrase when apologizing politely for a small mistake or fault, typically with friends or colleagues.

Example: 늦어서 미안해요. (I'm sorry for being late.)


2. 미안합니다 (Mi-an-ham-ni-da)

Meaning: I apologize (formal)

Usage: 격식을 차려 사과할 때 사용합니다. Use this expression in formal settings, such as apologizing to a superior, a client, or someone older.

Example: 실수해서 미안합니다. (I apologize for my mistake.)


3. 죄송합니다 (Jwae-song-ham-ni-da)

Meaning: I deeply apologize (very formal)

Usage: 격식을 차려 사과할 때 사용합니다. Use this phrase in highly formal or professional situations to express sincere regret for serious issues.

Example: 폐를 끼쳐서 죄송합니다. (I deeply apologize for causing trouble.)


4. 미안 (Mi-an)

Meaning: Sorry (casual)

Usage: 친구나 나이가 같은 사람과 가벼운 상황에서 사과할 때 사용합니다. Use casually with friends, peers, or people your age when apologizing for minor mistakes.

Example: 미안, 내가 깜빡했어. (Sorry, I forgot.)


5. 잘못했어요 (Jal-mot-hae-sseo-yo)

Meaning: I was wrong / My fault

Usage: 자신의 잘못이나 실수를 인정하고 사과할 때 사용합니다. Use this expression to admit your fault or mistake and offer a heartfelt apology.

Example: 제가 잘못했어요. 용서해 주세요. (I was wrong. Please forgive me.)


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