자기소개하세요
jagisogaehaseyo
To introduce yourself in Korean, use 자기소개하세요 (jagisogaehaseyo).
This phrase is a request for someone to tell others their name and basic information about themselves.
What does it mean word for word?
It is a compound of 자기 (self) and 소개 (introduction).
Is there a formal and an informal way to say it?
The level of formality depends on the setting. For highly formal situations, such as business presentations or official ceremonies, use 자기소개하십시오. In casual settings with people of the same age or younger, use 자기소개해.
How does it change in a sentence?
When you are the one speaking, you can use [Your name]입니다 to formally state 'I am [your name]'. In an informal context, you use [Your name]이야 to mean 'am' or 'is' after a name.
How do you pronounce it?
jagisogaehaseyo
Did you know?
- The word 자기 (self) is also a very common, affectionate way to say 'honey' or 'darling' between couples in Korea.
- When introducing yourself to a group, it is customary to use the phrase 잘 부탁드립니다, which translates to 'please look after me' or 'I ask for your favor'.
- In very formal introductions, speakers may avoid using the word 'I' entirely and instead refer to themselves by their name or position to maintain humility.
Examples in context
- 새로운 팀원들에게 자기소개하세요.saeroun timwondeurege jagisohaehaseyo.Introduce yourself to the new team members.
- 준비가 되었다면 자기소개하세요.junbiga doeeotdamyeon jagisohaehaseyo.Introduce yourself if you are ready.
Example conversation
The two are at a new club meeting.
- 도현 Do-hyeon수빈 씨, 먼저 자기소개하세요.Subin ssi, meonjeo jagisogehaseyo.Subin, please introduce yourself first.
- 수빈 Su-bin안녕하세요, 저는 수빈입니다.annyeonghaseyo, jeoneun Subin-imnida.Hello, I am Subin.
- 도현 Do-hyeon반가워요, 수빈 씨.bangawoyo, Subin ssi.Nice to meet you, Subin.
- 수빈 Su-bin도현 씨도 자기소개해 주세요.Dohyeon ssi-do jagisogaehae juseyo.Dohyeon, please introduce yourself too.
