Korean Language Politeness Levels Quiz
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What does 감사 mean in Korean?

  • Goodbye
  • Gratitude (correct)
  • Sorry
  • Hello

How do you say 'thank you' in polite/formal Korean?

  • 제발
  • 감사합니다 (correct)
  • 좋아요
  • 안녕하세요

Which term refers to the polite/formal language in Korean?

  • [an-nyeong]
  • [ban-mal]
  • [jon-daen-mal] (correct)
  • [jeong-mal]

What does 네 mean in Korean?

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Which phrase is used for informal/intimate language in Korean?

<p>[ban-mal] (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

When you hear a Korean sentence that ends with '-요', which politeness level is it typically indicating?

<p>존댓말 (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

In what's the difference in usage between 네 and 아니요?

<p>Agreement and confirmation versus disagreement and denial (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the appropriate response in Korean to a question asking for a confirmation of a dislike, such as 'Do you not like coffee?'

<p>네 (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What does the greeting '안녕하세요' mean?

<p>How are you? (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What two main categories exist for levels of politeness in Korean?

<p>존댓말 and 반말 (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

When is it better to use 존댓말 over 반말?

<p>When unsure of the relationship (A), In formal situations (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the literal translation of '감사합니다'?

<p>I am thankful (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following correctly represents the components of '안녕하세요'?

<p>안녕 + 하세요 (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is a common response when someone greets you with '안녕하세요'?

<p>안녕하세요 (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which level of politeness should be learned first by beginners?

<p>존댓말 (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

How is '감사합니다' typically used in conversations?

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What is the primary meaning of '네' in conversation?

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How does a Korean speaker respond when asked if they like coffee, but they do not?

<p>They say '네' in Korean. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

In what situation would a Korean speaker say '아니요'?

<p>When they dislike coffee. (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What does '네' NOT mean in a conversation?

<p>No, I don't understand. (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the correct phrase to say goodbye when leaving a place in polite/formal Korean?

<p>안녕히 가세요 (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What does the Korean expression '안녕히 계세요' translate to in English?

<p>Please stay in peace (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What might a speaker imply by frequently using '네' in a conversation?

<p>They are confirming and acknowledging information. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What does the word '안녕' mean in Korean?

<p>Hello (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the appropriate reaction in Korean if someone says they bought a book and you want to acknowledge their statement?

<p>네. (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What does '죄송합니다' mean in English?

<p>I am sorry (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following statements correctly reflects the confusing use of '네'?

<p>'네' can mean 'That's right' or serve as a filler in conversation. (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

When answering 'You don't like coffee?' in Korean, what does saying '네' imply?

<p>They do not like coffee. (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

How is '합니다' phonetically pronounced in context, as opposed to the standalone pronunciation?

<p>[ham-ni-da] (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

When saying '죄송합니다', what does '죄송' represent?

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What would you say if you and the other person are both leaving?

<p>안녕히 가세요 (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following phrases should you avoid saying to mean 'excuse me' in a crowded situation?

<p>안녕히 가세요.[an-nyeong-hi ga-se-yo.] (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

In which situation is saying '죄송합니다' most appropriate?

<p>When you want to get someone's attention. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which suffix should be used when the noun ends with a consonant?

<p>-이에요 (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the correct form for the sentence 'It is water' in Korean?

<p>물이에요. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

If you wanted to say 'It is a school' in Korean, which form would you use?

<p>학교예요. (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which sentence correctly uses the structure of Korean verb conjugation?

<p>나는 학생이에요. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What role do -이에요 and -예요 serve in Korean sentences?

<p>To act as a linking verb like 'to be'. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

When should you use -예요 in a sentence?

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What does 죄송합니다 primarily mean?

<p>I apologize (B), It was my bad (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

In what situation can you use 저기요?

<p>To get someone's attention (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following expressions can be used when passing through a crowd of people?

<p>죄송합니다 (A), 잠시만요 (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What does 저기 literally translate to in English?

<p>There (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which expression is NOT used to apologize?

<p>저기요 (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the correct response to having stepped on someone's foot in a crowded place?

<p>죄송합니다 (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

How can you translate '죄송합니다' into English in everyday conversation?

<p>I apologize for my actions (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which two expressions are essentially the same in meaning?

<p>잠시만요 and 잠깐만요 (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Flashcards

안녕하세요 (an-nyeong-ha-se-yo)

The most common and polite way to greet someone in Korean. It is similar to saying "Hello," "Hi," or "Good afternoon."

감사합니다 (gam-sa-ham-ni-da)

A polite way to say "Thank you" in Korean. It is used to express gratitude.

존댓말 (jon-dae-mal)

The polite/formal level of Korean language. It is used when speaking to people you don't know well, elders, or in formal situations.

반말 (ban-mal)

The familiar or informal level of Korean language. It is used when speaking to close friends, family, or in informal situations.

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안녕 (an-nyeong)

The word "안녕" means well-being, peace, or health in Korean.

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하세요 (ha-se-yo)

The word "하세요" expresses a polite request or inquiry in Korean. It means "do you do?" or "please do."

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감사 (gam-sa)

The word "감사" means appreciation, thankfulness, or gratitude in Korean.

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합니다 (ham-ni-da)

The word "합니다" is a polite way to say "I do" or "I am doing" in Korean. It is added to verbs to make them polite.

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감사합니다

The Korean word for "thank you" in polite/formal language. It is a shortened version of "감사합니다", which literally translates to "I am grateful."

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존댓말 (Jondetmal)

The Korean language expresses politeness in many ways. This term refers to formal or polite Korean language.

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네

The Korean equivalent of "yes" in polite/formal language.

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아니요

The Korean equivalent of "no" in polite/formal language.

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Korean Sentences ending in '-요' or '-니다'

This Korean sentence structure signifies a polite/formal tone. It is often used with the polite language (존댓말) and can be found in many Korean greetings.

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안녕하세요 (Annyeonghaseyo)

The Korean term for "hello" or "hi". It is often used as a general greeting, similar to "good morning", "good afternoon", or "good evening" in English.

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뭐 (Mwo)

A simple question used to gather information in Korean. Usually translated as "What".

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When to use "죄송합니다"?

The Korean expression "죄송합니다" can only be used to apologize for your own mistakes, not to express sympathy for someone else's misfortune.

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How is "저기요" similar to "Excuse me"?

The Korean expression "저기요" is a polite way to get someone's attention, similar to "Excuse me" in English, but it doesn't always convey the same meaning.

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When to use "저기요"?

You can use "저기요" when you want to get someone's attention or inform them of something, even if you don't necessarily need to apologize for your action.

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What does "네" mean?

The Korean word "네" literally translates to "yes" in English, but it's often used in a way that's similar to "That's right", "I agree" or "Sounds good". It can also be used like a conversation filler in Korean.

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What does "아니요" mean?

The Korean word "아니요" literally translates to "no" in English, but it's often used in a way that's similar to "That's not right", "I don't agree" or "What you said is not correct".

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How do you answer "Do you like coffee?" in Korean?

In Korean, when asked if you like coffee, you would say "네" if you DO like coffee and "아니요" if you DO NOT like coffee. This is opposite of how you would answer in English.

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What are other ways to use "네"?

The word "네" is a versatile term in Korean, used in various ways, including "yes", "that's right", "I see", "I got it", "I understand", or even as a filler during conversations.

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How is "네" used as a conversation filler?

Unlike in English, "네" in Korean can be used as a filler during conversations, even if it doesn't mean "yes".

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Why is using "네" as a filler important in Korean conversations?

The use of "네" as a filler in Korean conversations shows that the listener is attentive, acknowledges the speaker, and is engaged in the conversation.

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What is the difference between Korean and English ways of expressing "yes" and "no"?

The Korean language system for expressing yes and no is different from the English system.

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What is important to note when learning to use "네" and "아니요"?

It's important to remember that Korean has a nuanced system for expressing agreement and disagreement and that "네" and "아니요" aren't always straightforward translations of "yes" and "no".

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"안녕히 계세요" (an-nyeong-hi gve-se-yo)

Used to say 'goodbye' to someone leaving when you are staying.

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"안녕히 가세요" (an-nyeong-hi ga-se-yo)

Used to say 'goodbye' to someone staying when you are leaving.

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"안녕히 가세요" (an-nyeong-hi ga-se-yo)

Used to say 'goodbye' to someone when you are both leaving.

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죄송합니다 (joe-song-ham-ni-da)

A polite way to say 'I'm sorry' or 'I apologize' in Korean.

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저기요 (jeo-gi-yo)

A common way to get someone's attention in Korean. It can be used in places like restaurants.

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Bilabial Stop

The reason why '합니다' (ham-ni-da) is pronounced as 'ham' instead of 'hap' in 죄송합니다.

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-이에요

The conjugation of the Korean verb "to be" that is used when the preceding word ends in a consonant.

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-예요

The conjugation of the Korean verb "to be" that is used when the preceding word ends in a vowel.

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Korean Sentence Structure

In Korean, the subject comes before the verb "to be", unlike in English where the verb comes first.

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ABC + -이에요 / -예요

The Korean equivalent of "It is...". It is used to identify an object or person.

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When is "죄송합니다" appropriate?

The Korean phrase "죄송합니다" should only be used to apologize for your own mistakes, not to express sympathy for someone else's misfortune.

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The meaning of "저기요"

The Korean expression "저기요" is a polite way to get someone's attention, similar to "Excuse me" in English, but it doesn't always convey the same meaning.

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When is "저기요" used?

You can use "저기요" even when you don't need to apologize for interrupting or getting their attention.

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Choosing the right conjugation

Choosing between -이에요 and -예요 depends on whether the last letter of the preceding word ends in a consonant or a vowel, NOT the subject.

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Study Notes

Korean Language Study Notes

  • Key greetings and their meanings are essential to starting conversations in Korean
  • "안녕하세요" is a common greeting, meaning: hello, hi, how are you, good afternoon, good evening, etc.
  • This greeting can be used in casual to formal situations, but it's often best used in formal situations initially.
  • "안녕" indicates wellbeing, peace and health, while "하세요" translates to "you do" or "please do".
  • "감사합니다" translates to "thank you"
  • In Korean, politeness levels exist for greeting and other social interaction.
  • Formality in speech is important, and using the correct form is key to interacting appropriately
  • Korean greetings include politeness levels varying from formal to informal, denoted by 존댓말 and 반말. 
  • "네" means yes, and "아니요" means no. These also contain nuanced meaning.
  • "네" is often used as a response of agreement or as a confirmation rather than solely to mean yes.
  • "아니요" expresses disagreement or denial
  • Phrases like "안녕히 계세요" are used when leaving, and "안녕히 가세요" is used when someone is leaving.
  • The literal translation of these phrases is often not suitable for direct use in everyday conversations. 
  • Different phrases and words have formal and informal meanings. 
  • "죄송합니다" translates as "I'm sorry" or "I apologize". This is often used more similarly in Korean to 'excuse me'.
  • "Excuse Me" has alternative uses besides conveying an apology in Korea.
  • "저기요" can be used when getting someone's attention, but it's not always an apology.
  • Korean sentence structure differs from English sentence structure
  • Korean typically places the verb at the end of the sentence. 
  • Use of articles like “a”, “an”, and “the” is different from English. 
  • Korean includes specific polite forms for conversations.
  • Formal and informal forms of speech exist to convey different levels of distance and social standing. 
  • Additional nuances of formality and expression need separate study.

Korean Grammar

  • The use of different conjugations and tones is key for speaking Korean.
  • Pronunciation is crucial for clear and correct communication.
  • Conjugation of verbs changes based on context (polite/impolite).

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