Korean for Kids
How to Say "Hello" in Korean
The most useful word to start any conversation. Kids can use it to greet friends, teachers, and family from any culture.
In Korean (한국어)
안녕하세요 (Annyeonghaseyo)
Pronounced: ahn-nyung-hah-SAY-yoh
How to use this phrase
- Greet a friend: Try saying "안녕하세요 (Annyeonghaseyo)" 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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