🇰🇷 Korean phrases

How to Say "Thank you" in Korean

The SPAIKING TeamJuly 27, 2026
감사합니다
"Thank you" in Korean · say it like gahm-sah-hahm-ni-da

The most natural way to say "Thank you" in Korean is 감사합니다. 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

고마워요
used in casual settings among friends
고마워
very casual, used among close friends or younger people

When to use it

You can use '감사합니다' in almost any situation where you want to express gratitude. It is polite and appropriate for formal settings, such as when speaking to strangers or in a business context. In casual situations, you might choose a more informal variant like '고마워요' or '고마워'.

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Examples in Korean

KoreanEnglish
도와주셔서 감사합니다Thank you for your help
선물 정말 감사합니다Thank you so much for the gift
Common mistake
Some learners mistakenly use '고마워' in formal situations, which can come off as rude.

The fastest way to remember it

Vocabulary you only read fades fast. Vocabulary you say out loud sticks. Hear 감사합니다, 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 '감사합니다'?

'감사합니다' is appropriate in formal situations or when you want to show respect.

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