당신의 전화번호
dangsin-ui jeonhwabeonho
The English phrase "your phone number" is translated into Korean as 당신의 전화번호 (dangsin-ui jeonhwabeonho).
This phrase refers to the sequence of digits used to call a specific person on their telephone. When actually reciting a phone number, it is preferable to use Korean numbers to ensure better comprehension.
What does it mean word for word?
The phrase is composed of 당신 (you), the possessive particle 의 (your) and 전화번호 (phone number).
How do you pronounce it?
dangsin-ui jeonhwabeonho
What mistakes should you avoid?
English speakers often over-use 당신의 because it is a direct translation of "your", but using 당신 to address someone directly can often sound confrontational or overly formal in Korean.
Did you know?
- In modern digital contexts, a person might ask for your 핸드폰 번호 (handphone number) instead of the more formal 전화번호.
- In Korea, people often exchange 'KakaoTalk' IDs rather than 전화번호 to maintain a level of privacy when first meeting.
- The 'phone' part of the phrase, 전화, is composed of two characters meaning 'electric' and 'speech'.
Examples in context
- 저는 John 입니다. 저는 영어 선생님으로 일하고 있습니다. 제 전화번호는 123-456-7890 입니다.I am John. I work as an English teacher. My phone number is 123-456-7890.
- 안녕하세요, 저는 Alice Smith입니다. 제 전화번호는 010-1234-5678입니다.Hello, I'm Alice Smith. My phone number is 010-1234-5678.
Example conversation
Subin and Dohyun are exchanging contact information.
- 수빈 Su-bin도현 씨, 당신의 전화번호를 가르쳐 줄래요?Dohyun ssi, dangsin-ui jeonhwabeonhoreul gareuchyeo jullaeyo?Dohyun, can you give me your phone number?
- 도현 Do-hyeon네, 제 번호는 010-1234-5678이에요.ne, je beonhoneun gong-il-gong-il-i-sam-sa-o-yuk-chil-pal-ieyo.Yes, my number is 010-1234-5678.
- 수빈 Su-bin고마워요. 지금 바로 문자 보낼게요.gomawoyo. jigeum baro munja bonaelgeyo.Thank you. I will send a text right now.
- 도현 Do-hyeon네, 확인하고 답장할게요.ne, hwaginhago dapjanghalgeyo.Okay, I'll check it and reply.
Sources
- Word origins: Wiktionary entries 전화번호, CC BY-SA 4.0.
