물론
mullon[muɭɭo̞n]
In Korean, sure is expressed as 물론 (mullon).
While 물론 can be used as a response to a request to mean 'sure', it is most frequently used as an adverb meaning 'of course' or 'naturally' to indicate that something is a given.
Meaning: certain in one's knowledge or belief (adj)
Which one should you use?
Unlike the English 'sure' which can sometimes express hesitation or a reluctant agreement, the Korean 물론 expresses a strong, certain and positive affirmation.
Related words
How does it change in a sentence?
To express 'sure' politely and conversationally, you can add the suffix –이지요 to the base to form 물론이지요. For an informal version used with friends or younger people, use 물론이야.
How do you pronounce it?
mullon
Did you know?
- The phrase 물론 literally translates to 'do not discuss' or 'without discussion', implying that a point is so obvious it does not even require debate.
- Because 물론 carries the weight of 'of course', using it to agree to a small favor can sometimes sound overly dramatic or heavy, as if you are stating a fundamental truth of the universe.
- While 물론 is a strong affirmation, Koreans often use a soft 'yes' like 네 or 예 for requests to avoid sounding overly assertive or aggressive.
Examples in context
- 물론이지요, 바로 저기요.Sure, it’s over there.This sentence shows how to use the polite form 물론 to confirm a location.
- 물론 가능한 일이에요.mullon ganeunghan irieyo.Of course it is possible.
- 그건 물론 사실입니다.geugeon mullon sasirimnida.That is certainly a fact.
Example conversation
Minji asks Dohyun if he can help her with a task.
- 민지 Min-ji도현 씨, 이것 좀 도와줄 수 있어요?Dohyun ssi, igeot jom dowajul su isseoyo?Dohyun, can you help me with this?
- 도현 Do-hyeon물론이죠, 제가 도와줄게요.mullonijyo, jega dowajulgeyo.Of course, I will help you.
- 민지 Min-ji정말 고마워요.jeongmal gomawoyo.Thank you so much.
- 도현 Do-hyeon아니에요, 별말씀을요.anieyo, byeolmalsseumeulyo.No problem, don't mention it.
Sources
- Pronunciation: Wiktionary entry 물론, CC BY-SA 4.0, dump of 2026-09-26.
- Word origins: Wiktionary entries 물론, CC BY-SA 4.0.
- Example sentences: Wiktionary CC BY-SA 4.0.
