사랑한다, 아들아
saranghanda, adeura
The English phrase "I love you, son" is translated into Korean as 사랑한다, 아들아 (saranghanda, adeura).
This phrase is an expression of affection used by a parent to tell their son that they love him.
Which one should you use?
사랑해, 아들 is an informal way to say "I love you, son".
How do you pronounce it?
saranghanda, adeura
Did you know?
- While 사랑해 is the standard 'I love you', some Korean parents use the phrase 내 강아지 meaning 'my puppy' as a term of endearment for their son.
- In many Korean families, instead of saying 'I love you', a parent might use the phrase 'Did you eat?' (밥 먹었니?) as a coded way to express deep care and affection.
- In Korean culture, parents often express this sentiment through actions rather than words, such as peeling fruit or preparing a meal, because verbalizing 'I love you' can feel overly intense or awkward.
Examples in context
- 사랑한다, 아들아, 정말로.saranghanda, adeura, jeongmallo.I love you, son, truly.
Example conversation
A father says goodbye to his son before school.
- 민준 Min-jun학교 잘 다녀오렴.Hakgyo jal danyeo-oryeom.Have a great day at school.
- 수빈 Su-bin네, 다녀오겠습니다!Ne, danyeo-ogesseumnida!Yes, I'll be back!
- 민준 Min-jun사랑한다, 아들아.Saranghanda, adeura.I love you, son.
- 수빈 Su-bin저도 사랑해요, 아빠!Jeodo saranghaeyo, appa!I love you too, Dad!
