🇰🇷 Korean phrases

How to Say "You're welcome" in Korean

The SPAIKING TeamJuly 27, 2026
천만에요
"You're welcome" in Korean · say it like chun-ma-ne-yo

The most natural way to say "You're welcome" in Korean is 천만에요. 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

괜찮아요
more casual, used among friends
별말씀을요
formal, often used in business settings

When to use it

You can use '천만에요' when someone thanks you for a favor or help. It is polite and appropriate in most situations. Use it in both formal and informal contexts. For casual situations, you might opt for '괜찮아요'.

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Examples in Korean

KoreanEnglish
도와주셔서 천만에요.Thank you for your help, you're welcome.
Common mistake
Some learners might say '감사합니다' in response to '고맙습니다', which is incorrect as it is a thank you, not a response.

The fastest way to remember it

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

Use it whenever someone thanks you, as a polite way to acknowledge their gratitude.

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