Korean for Kids
How to Say "Excuse me" in Korean
A polite way to get someone's attention or pass through a crowd.
In Korean (한국어)
실례합니다 (Sillyehamnida)
Pronounced: shil-LYEH-hahm-nee-dah
How to use this phrase
- Greet a friend: Try saying "실례합니다 (Sillyehamnida)" the next time you meet someone who speaks Korean.
- Practice with family: Use it during dinner or while watching a Korean cartoon together.
- Be respectful: Speaking even a few words in someone's language shows you care about their culture.
- Have fun: Don't worry about being perfect — every native speaker started where you are now.
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