안뇽
annyongcute spelling, texting
The cutest everyday way to say hello in Korean is 안뇽 (annyong), a playful texting spelling of 안녕 (annyeong). With a polite touch you can say 안녕하세용 (annyeonghaseyong). It is also called 안녕~ (annyeong).
Meaning: cute greeting (phrase)
Ways to say it
| Korean | Romanization | Note |
|---|---|---|
| 안뇽 | annyong | cute spelling, texting |
| 안녕~ | annyeong | cute, casual |
| 안녕하세용 | annyeonghaseyong | cute, polite |
These forms are for friends, partners and online chat. Do not use them with a boss or a teacher, where 안녕하세요 (annyeonghaseyo) is correct.
What does it mean word for word?
Cute Korean often changes the last sound. Adding ㅇ at the end, as in 하세용, makes the word sound softer and more childlike. 안뇽 swaps the vowel in the same spirit.
When do people say it?
This playful style is often called 애교 (aegyo), a cute manner of speaking and acting.
Did you know?
- 애교 (aegyo) is a Korean term for acting cute, and it is common in dramas and K-pop fan content.
Examples in context
- 안뇽! 오늘 뭐 해?Annyong! Oneul mwo hae?Hiya! What are you doing today?
- 안녕하세용~ 잘 지냈어용?Annyeonghaseyong~ Jal jinaesseoyong?Hello~ Have you been well?
Example conversation
Nari texts her friend Bora in a chat message.
- Nari안뇽~Annyong~Hiya~
- Bora안뇽! 뭐 해용?Annyong! Mwo haeyong?Hiya! What are you doing?
- Nari그냥 쉬고 있어용.Geunyang swigo isseoyong.Just resting.
