🇰🇷 Korean phrases

How to Say "I love you" in Korean

The SPAIKING TeamJuly 27, 2026
사랑해
"I love you" in Korean · say it like sah-rahng-heh

The most natural way to say "I love you" in Korean is 사랑해. 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

사랑합니다
more formal, often used in speeches or to elders
너를 사랑해
more personal, emphasizes 'you'

When to use it

You can use '사랑해' with friends, family, or someone you are close to. It's an informal way to express love. Use '사랑합니다' in more formal situations or when addressing someone respectfully.

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Examples in Korean

KoreanEnglish
나는 너를 사랑해I love you
엄마, 사랑해요Mom, I love you
Common mistake
Some learners confuse '사랑해' with '좋아해', which means 'like'.

The fastest way to remember it

Vocabulary you only read fades fast. Vocabulary you say out loud sticks. Hear 사랑해, 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 '사랑해' instead of '사랑합니다'?

'사랑해' is used in casual settings, while '사랑합니다' is for formal situations.

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