🇰🇷 Korean phrases

How to Say "Good evening" in Korean

The SPAIKING TeamJuly 27, 2026
안녕하세요
"Good evening" in Korean · say it like ahn-nyung-ha-se-yo

The most natural way to say "Good evening" in Korean is 안녕하세요. Tap the speaker above to hear it, then say it back out loud. That is the fastest way to make it stick.

Other ways to say it

안녕하십니까
more formal greeting, often used in speeches or formal settings
좋은 저녁입니다
formal way to say 'good evening', used in polite contexts

When to use it

You can use '안녕하세요' in the evening when greeting someone. It is appropriate for both formal and casual situations. Use it when you meet friends, family, or colleagues. If you want to be more formal, you can use '안녕하십니까'.

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Examples in Korean

KoreanEnglish
안녕하세요, 오늘 저녁은 어때요?Good evening, how is your evening today?
Common mistake
Learners often confuse '안녕하세요' with '안녕' which is more casual and not suitable for formal situations.

The fastest way to remember it

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Frequently asked questions

When should I use '안녕하세요'?

'안녕하세요' can be used at any time of the day, but it is especially suitable for greeting people in the evening.

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