축하해
chukahaecasual
To a friend, say 축하해 (chukahae) for "congratulations". Adding 진짜 (jinjja), "really", makes it warmer: 진짜 축하해. It is also called 축하해요 (chukahaeyo).
Meaning: congratulations to a friend (phrase)
Ways to say it
| Korean | Romanization | Note |
|---|---|---|
| 축하해 | chukahae | casual |
| 축하해요 | chukahaeyo | polite |
| 진짜 축하해 | jinjja chukahae | casual, warm |
What does it mean word for word?
축하 (chuka) means "celebration" and 해 (hae) is the casual form of 하다 (hada), "to do".
Is there a formal and an informal way to say it?
Use 축하해요 (chukahaeyo) when a friend is older or you are not so close, and 축하합니다 (chukahamnida) in formal settings.
Did you know?
- In Korea, the person with good news is often expected to treat friends to a meal.
Examples in context
- 합격 축하해!hapgyeok chukahae!Congratulations on passing!
- 진짜 축하해, 잘됐다.jinjja chukahae, jaldwaetda.Really, congratulations, that is great.
Example conversation
Hana hears that her friend Sungmin got a new job.
- Hana취직했다며? 축하해!chwijikaetdamyeo? chukahae!I heard you got a job. Congratulations!
- Sungmin고마워, 정말 기뻐.gomawo, jeongmal gippeo.Thanks, I am so happy.
- Hana오늘 내가 쏠게.oneul naega ssolge.It is my treat today.
