감사합니다
gamsahamnidaformal
The formal way to say "thank you" in Korean is 감사합니다 (gamsahamnida). 고맙습니다 (gomapseumnida) is equally formal and a little warmer.
Meaning: formal expression of gratitude (phrase)
Ways to say it
| Korean | Romanization | Note |
|---|---|---|
| 감사합니다 | gamsahamnida | formal |
| 고맙습니다 | gomapseumnida | formal |
Servers, bank staff and bosses all expect the formal form. The reply is 아닙니다 (animnida), "not at all".
What does it mean word for word?
Both end in 습니다/ㅂ니다, the formal style used with elders, customers and in work settings.
Is there a formal and an informal way to say it?
For a stronger thanks say 정말 감사합니다 (jeongmal gamsahamnida), "thank you very much". The polite everyday form is 감사해요 (gamsahaeyo) and the casual form is 고마워 (gomawo).
Did you know?
- The formal ending 습니다 shows up in news, announcements and military speech in Korea.
Examples in context
- 도와주셔서 정말 감사합니다.Dowajusyeoseo jeongmal gamsahamnida.Thank you very much for helping.
- 초대해 주셔서 고맙습니다.Chodaehae jusyeoseo gomapseumnida.Thank you for inviting me.
Example conversation
Jiho thanks his manager Ms. Shin after a meeting at the office.
- Jiho오늘 회의 감사합니다.Oneul hoeui gamsahamnida.Thank you for today's meeting.
- Shin아닙니다. 수고하셨어요.Animnida. Sugohasyeosseoyo.Not at all. Good work.
- Jiho안녕히 계세요.Annyeonghi gyeseyo.Goodbye.
