What does it mean word for word?
The phrase breaks down into 제 (my – polite), 이름 (name), 은 (topic marker), 슈레야 (Shreya) and 입니다 (is – formal/polite).
Which one should you use?
The default form 제 이름은 슈레야입니다 is a formal way to state your name. For a slightly less formal but still polite way to introduce yourself in everyday social situations, you can use 슈레야예요. Another formal way to say "I am called Shreya" is Shreya라고 합니다.
Is there a formal and an informal way to say it?
제 이름은 슈레야입니다 uses the 입니다 ending, which is appropriate for formal introductions, such as in a business setting or when meeting someone for the first time. In contrast, 나는 샤리야야 is an informal way to say "I am Shreya".
How does it change in a sentence?
The topic marker 은 is used after 이름 because the preceding syllable ends in a consonant.
How do you pronounce it?
je ireumeun syureyaimnida
Did you know?
- In Korean, the word for 'name' 이름 also means 'reputation' or 'fame'. This reflects a cultural view where a person's name is inseparable from their social standing.
- When introducing yourself, you may notice people slightly bowing. The depth of the bow changes depending on the social hierarchy between you and the person you are addressing.
- When asking for someone else's name in a high-status setting, you would use the honorific word 성함 instead of 이름. Using 이름 toward a superior can be seen as impolite.
Examples in context
- 안녕하세요. 제 이름은 샤리야입니다.Hello. My name is Shreya.
- 제 이름은 슈레야입니다.je ireumeun syureyaimnida.My name is Shreya.
- 처음 뵙겠습니다. 제 이름은 슈레야입니다.cheoeum buepgetseumnida. je ireumeun syureyaimnida.Nice to meet you. My name is Shreya.
Example conversation
Shreya introduces herself to a new colleague at the office.
- 지은 Ji-eun안녕하세요, 제 이름은 슈레야입니다.annyeonghaseyo, je ireumeun syureyaimnida.Hello, my name is Shreya.
- 현우 Hyeon-woo반가워요, 슈레야 씨. 저는 현우입니다.bangawoyo, syureya ssi. jeoneun hyeonuimnida.Nice to meet you, Shreya. I am Hyunwoo.
- 지은 Ji-eun만나서 정말 반가워요, 현우 씨.mannaseo jeongmal bangawoyo, hyeonu ssi.It is really nice to meet you, Hyunwoo.
- 현우 Hyeon-woo저도 반가워요. 같이 잘 지내봐요.jeodo bangawoyo. gachi jal jinaebwayo.Nice to meet you too. Let's get along well.
