How to Say "I don't know" in Korean
The most natural way to say "I don't know" in Korean is 모르겠어요. 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
When to use it
You can use '모르겠어요' when you genuinely do not know something. It is polite and can be used in most situations. For casual conversations, you might prefer '몰라요'. In formal settings, '모르겠습니다' is more appropriate.
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Examples in Korean
| Korean | English |
|---|---|
| 그 문제에 대해 모르겠어요. | I don't know about that issue. |
| 이 질문의 답을 모르겠어요. | I don't know the answer to this question. |
The fastest way to remember it
Vocabulary you only read fades fast. Vocabulary you say out loud sticks. Hear 모르겠어요, repeat it a few times, then use it in a real sentence. SPAIKING lets you practice exactly that, speaking Korean with a coach that corrects your pronunciation in real time. You can start with two free conversations.
Frequently asked questions
When should I use '모르겠어요'?
Use it when you want to politely express that you do not know something.
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