알겠습니다
algesseumnida
In Korean, "noted" can be expressed as 알겠습니다 (algesseumnida).
Meaning: well known because of one's reputation (adj)
Which one should you use?
While the English word "noted" can sometimes sound slightly curt or dismissive, 알겠습니다 is a standard, polite way to acknowledge instructions in a Korean workplace. For a more polite response when addressing superiors or customers, you can use 네, 알겠습니다.
Is there a formal and an informal way to say it?
알겠습니다 is a formal and polite way to say "noted" or "I understand" in professional or respectful settings. 알았습니다 is also a formal expression meaning "noted" or "understood". In contrast, 알았어 is the casual, non-honorific version used with friends or when speaking to someone of similar age or a lower position.
How do you pronounce it?
algesseumnida
Did you know?
- Even though the English 'noted' is an adjective, the Korean 알겠습니다 is actually a verb phrase that literally translates to 'I will come to know'.
- In high-pressure Korean corporate environments, employees may use 알겠습니다 as a 'reflex' response to a boss even if they are still confused about the instructions.
- Korean has several ways to say 'I understand', but 알겠습니다 specifically implies a willingness to comply with a request or order.
Example conversation
Jihoon is receiving instructions from Seoyeon at work.
- 지훈 Ji-hun이 서류를 오늘까지 제출해 주세요.i seoryureul oneulkaji jechulhae juseyo.Please submit this document by today.
- 서연 Seo-yeon네, 알겠습니다. 지금 바로 할게요.ne, algetseumnida. jigeum baro halgeyo.Yes, noted. I will do it right now.
- 지훈 Ji-hun오타가 없는지 확인 부탁드립니다.otaga eomneunji hwag-in butakdeurimnida.Please check that there are no typos.
- 서연 Seo-yeon네, 알겠습니다. 꼼꼼히 확인하겠습니다.ne, algetseumnida. kkomkkomhi hwag-inhagetsumnida.Yes, noted. I will check it thoroughly.
