아멘
amen[a̠me̞n]
The English word "amen" is translated into Korean as 아멘.
아멘 is used as an expression of strong agreement, particularly in Christian contexts. It is typically used during prayer or at the end of a sermon to signify agreement with what has been said or prayed.
Meaning: expression of strong agreement (intj)
Related words
How does it change in a sentence?
In addition to being an interjection of agreement, the word can also function as an adverb meaning "truly" or "verily".
How do you pronounce it?
amen
When do people say it?
The term is used almost exclusively within Christian contexts, such as during religious services or private prayer, to express agreement with a statement or prayer.
Did you know?
- In Korean, 아멘 can be used as a verb by adding 하다 to create 아멘하다, which means the act of saying 'amen' or agreeing with a prayer.
- In some Korean Protestant churches, the congregation may shout 아멘 loudly and repeatedly during a sermon as a form of active, emotional participation.
- Even though it is an internationalism, a Korean person using 아멘 in a secular setting might be misunderstood as being 'too religious' or even 'excessively pious'.
Examples in context
- 하나님의 은혜가 넘치게 함께하길 원합니다. 아멘!May the overflowing grace of God be with you. Amen!
- 그 말에 아멘입니다.geu mare amenimnida.I agree strongly with that.
Example conversation
Two friends are discussing their wish for a long vacation.
- 지은 Ji-eun우리 다음 달에 꼭 쉬어야 해.uri da-eum dare kkok swieoya hae.We definitely need to rest next month.
- 민준 Min-jun아멘! 나도 그렇게 생각해.amen! nado geureoke saenggakhae.Amen! I think so too.
- 지은 Ji-eun제발 휴가 신청이 되면 좋겠다.jebal hyuga sincheongi doemyeon joketda.I really hope the vacation request is approved.
- 민준 Min-jun꼭 그렇게 될 거야.kkok geureoke doel geoya.It will definitely happen.
Sources
- Wiktionary, “amen” translations and entries 아멘, CC BY-SA 4.0, dump of 2026-09-26.
