🇰🇷 Korean phrases

How to Say "My name is" in Korean

The SPAIKING TeamJuly 27, 2026
제 이름은
"My name is" in Korean · say it like jeh ee-reum-eun

The most natural way to say "My name is" in Korean is 제 이름은. 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

내 이름은
Used in casual situations among friends.
저는 이름이
More formal and polite way to introduce oneself.

When to use it

Use this phrase when introducing yourself to someone. It is a standard way to start sharing your name. You can follow it with your name for clarity.

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Examples in Korean

KoreanEnglish
제 이름은 민수입니다.My name is Minsu.
내 이름은 지민이야.My name is Jimin.
Common mistake
Learners often forget to use the subject marker '은' or '는' after '이름'.

The fastest way to remember it

Vocabulary you only read fades fast. Vocabulary you say out loud sticks. Hear 제 이름은, 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

Is there a difference between '제' and '내'?

'제' is more formal, while '내' is casual.

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