🇰🇷 Korean phrases

How to Say "Well done" in Korean

The SPAIKING TeamJuly 27, 2026
잘 했어요
"Well done" in Korean · say it like jal hae-sseo-yo

The most natural way to say "Well done" in Korean is 잘 했어요. 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

잘했어
Used in casual situations among friends
잘하셨어요
More formal, used to show respect

When to use it

You can use this phrase to praise someone for their effort or achievement. It's appropriate in both casual and formal settings. Use it after someone completes a task or performs well in an activity.

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Examples in Korean

KoreanEnglish
시험 잘 했어요.You did well on the exam.
요리 정말 잘 했어요.You cooked really well.
Common mistake
Learners often confuse the levels of formality and use casual forms in formal situations.

The fastest way to remember it

Vocabulary you only read fades fast. Vocabulary you say out loud sticks. Hear 잘 했어요, 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

Can I use this phrase at work?

Yes, but make sure to use the formal version '잘하셨어요' when speaking to superiors.

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