삼가 조의를 표합니다
samga jouireul pyohamnida
The Korean phrase for "my condolences" is 삼가 조의를 표합니다 (samga jouireul pyohamnida).
This phrase is used to offer sympathy to someone who has experienced the death of a loved one. It is commonly used in formal written contexts, such as official cards, wreaths or condolence messages.
What does it mean word for word?
The phrase is composed of 삼가 (respectfully or sincerely), 조의 (condolences or mourning) and 표합니다 (to express or show).
Is there a formal and an informal way to say it?
삼가 조의를 표합니다 is a highly formal and polite expression. It is suitable for funeral settings, written messages or when speaking to someone of higher status.
How does it change in a sentence?
The verb 표합니다 is used in the formal polite style (하십시오체), which is appropriate for the solemnity of a funeral.
How do you pronounce it?
samga jouireul pyohamnida
Did you know?
- While 삼가 조의를 표합니다 is used for condolences, the word 조의 is closely related to 조의금, which refers to the tradition of giving a monetary gift in a white envelope to help the family with funeral costs.
- In many Korean funerals, the expression of sympathy is often accompanied by a deep bow to the bereaved family rather than a handshake. This physical movement is just as important as the words used to convey your respect.
- In traditional Korean culture, the word 삼가 carries a nuance of 'caution' or 'restraint', suggesting that the speaker is humbling themselves to avoid disturbing the peace of the deceased.
Examples in context
- 정말 안타깝게 생각하고 있어.I am truly sorry for your loss
- 너의 가족들이 힘들어 할 텐데, 내가 어떻게 도울 수 있을까?Your family must be going through a tough time. How can I help?
- 삼가 조의를 표합니다.samga jo-u-reul pyohamnida.Please accept my condolences.
- 직접 찾아뵙지 못해 죄송하며, 삼가 조의를 표합니다.jikjeop chajabo-pji mot-hae joesong-hamyeo, samga jo-u-reul pyohamnida.I am sorry I could not visit in person, and I offer my condolences.
Example conversation
Hyunwoo visits Subin at a funeral hall to offer sympathy.
- 현우 Hyeon-woo삼가 조의를 표합니다, 수빈 씨.samga jo-u-reul pyohamnida, Subin ssi.Please accept my condolences, Subin.
- 수빈 Su-bin와 주셔서 정말 감사합니다, 현우 씨.wa jusyeoseo jeongmal gamsahamnida, Hyunwoo ssi.Thank you so much for coming, Hyunwoo.
- 현우 Hyeon-woo상심이 크시겠지만 기운 내세요.sangsim-i keusi-getjiman giun naeseyo.You must be heartbroken, but please stay strong.
- 수빈 Su-bin따뜻한 위로가 큰 힘이 되네요.ttatteut-han wiro-ga keun him-i doeneyo.Your warm words are a great help to me.
