자기소개
jagisogae
Self introduction in Korean is 자기소개 (jagisogae).
자기소개 is a noun referring to the act of introducing oneself to others, typically by sharing a name and basic background. When you want to express the action of performing a self-introduction, you use the phrase 자기소개를 하다, which translates to 'to do a self-introduction'.
What does it mean word for word?
The word is a compound of 자기, meaning 'self' and 소개, meaning 'introduction'.
How does it change in a sentence?
As a noun, 자기소개 can function as a subject or an object in a sentence and is often followed by particles such as the object marker 를. In formal settings, when performing a self-introduction, it is customary to refer to yourself using the polite form 저 and to end your sentences with the honorific suffix -습니다.
How do you pronounce it?
jagisogae
When do people say it?
In professional or academic contexts, the term can be extended to 자기소개서 by adding the suffix -서 (meaning 'document/writing'), which refers to a written self-introduction letter, personal statement or resume used for job applications.
Did you know?
- The word 자기 in 자기소개 can also be used as a term of endearment between couples, similar to 'honey' or 'darling'.
- When giving a 자기소개 in a professional group, it is common to mention your age or birth year. This allows others to immediately determine the correct level of honorific speech to use with you.
- In a formal 자기소개, instead of using the word 'I', many people refer to themselves by their 'position' or 'title'. For example, a teacher might introduce themselves as 'the teacher' rather than using a personal pronoun.
Examples in context
- 안녕하십니까?Hello.
- 저는 [Your Name]입니다.I am [Your Name].
- 만나서 반갑습니다.Nice to meet you.
- 저는 [Background/Profession/Interest]에 관심이 있습니다.I am interested in [Background/Profession/Interest].
- 잘 부탁드립니다.Please take care of me.
- 안녕?Hi.
- 자기소개가 필요해요.jagi-sogaega piryohaeyo.A self introduction is necessary.
- 간단한 자기소개를 부탁드려요.gandanhan jagi-sogaereul butakdeuryeoyo.Please give a brief self introduction.
- 자기소개 시간이 다 됐어요.jagi-sogae sigani da dwaesseoyo.It is time for self introductions.
Example conversation
At a new club meeting, the leader asks the members to introduce themselves.
- 수빈 Su-bin이제 자기소개를 해볼까요?ije jagi-sogaereul haebolkkayo?Shall we do our self introductions now?
- 도현 Do-hyeon네, 제가 먼저 할게요.ne, jega meonjeo halgeyo.Yes, I will go first.
- 수빈 Su-bin도현 씨, 잘 부탁드려요.Dohyeon-ssi, jal butakdeuryeoyo.Dohyeon, nice to meet you.
- 도현 Do-hyeon반갑습니다, 수빈 씨.bangapseumnida, Subin-ssi.Nice to meet you, Subin.
