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How to say “i don't care” in Korean

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i don't care

Korean · 한국어

rude

Translation

상관없어

Romanization

Sanggwan eopseo

Pronunciation

sahng-gwan awp-saw

When to use it

Use this only when setting a boundary or responding to conflict. It can sound confrontational. In Korean, tone and relationship matter; when unsure, choose a polite version or soften your delivery.

Example

상관없어 — a boundary-setting line in a tense conversation for "i don't care".

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FAQ

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How do you say "i don't care" in Korean?+

You say "상관없어" in Korean. The romanized form is "Sanggwan eopseo", and a simple pronunciation cue is "sahng-gwan awp-saw".

Is this phrase formal or casual?+

This entry is marked as rude. The usage note explains when the phrase is appropriate and when you should soften it.

How do you pronounce it?+

Use "sahng-gwan awp-saw" as a learner-friendly pronunciation cue. The romanization is "Sanggwan eopseo".

When should I use it?+

Use this only when setting a boundary or responding to conflict. It can sound confrontational. In Korean, tone and relationship matter; when unsure, choose a polite version or soften your delivery.