여러분 사랑해요
yeoreobun saranghaeyo
The English phrase "I love you all" is translated into Korean as 여러분 사랑해요 (yeoreobun saranghaeyo).
The phrase is used to express affection or gratitude toward a group of people. It is a common expression used by celebrities or performers when addressing a crowd of fans.
What does it mean word for word?
The word 사랑해요 is the polite form of the verb meaning "to love".
Which one should you use?
You can use 모두를 사랑합니다 for a formal version or 모두를 사랑해 for an informal version.
Is there a formal and an informal way to say it?
The level of formality can be adjusted by changing the ending of the phrase. 여러분 사랑합니다 is highly formal and respectful, often used in speeches or public broadcasts. Dropping the 요 from the end to say 여러분 사랑해 makes the phrase informal, suitable for friends or people younger than the speaker.
How does it change in a sentence?
In the phrase 사랑해요, it is common and natural in Korean to omit the subject "I" (나/저) and the object "you" (당신/여러분) when the context is clear.
How do you pronounce it?
yeoreobun saranghaeyo
Did you know?
- When celebrities say 여러분 사랑해요, they often make a 'finger heart' gesture by crossing their thumb and index finger to symbolize a small heart.
- While 사랑해요 means 'I love you', Koreans often use it as a substitute for 'thank you' in emotional moments or when receiving overwhelming support from a crowd.
- The word 여러분 is composed of 여러, meaning 'various' and 분, a respectful term for 'person'.
Examples in context
- 여러분 사랑해요.yeoreobun saranghaeyo.I love you all.
- 팬 여러분 사랑해요!paen yeoreobun saranghaeyo!I love you all, my fans!
Example conversation
Jihoon is finishing a speech in front of a group of fans.
- 지훈 Ji-hun마지막으로 여러분 사랑해요!majimeuro yeoreobun saranghaeyo!Finally, I love you all!
- 서연 Seo-yeon지훈 씨, 정말 감동적이에요.Jihoon ssi, jeongmal gamdongjeogieyo.Jihoon, that is really touching.
- 지훈 Ji-hun응원해 주셔서 감사합니다.eungwonhae jusyeoseo gamsahamnida.Thank you for supporting me.
- 서연 Seo-yeon우리도 지훈 씨를 사랑해요.urido Jihoon ssi-reul saranghaeyo.We love you too, Jihoon.
Sources
- Word origins: Wiktionary entries 여러분, CC BY-SA 4.0.
